We work closely with specialists to provide safeguarding support to partners. Helping ensure that everyone can take part in sport safely and free from harm.
Examples of safeguarding include:
- background checks for coaches, officials and volunteers
- codes of conduct for athletes, coaches and staff
- child protection policies
- education and training programmes
- having facilities that are accessible to everyone
- reporting lower-level concerns and poor behaviours or practice
If you have any questions about safeguarding, email our governance team at governance@sport.wales.
Children
We fund the NPSCC’s Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU) to set safeguarding standards for children. If you provide sport or physical activities for children, they can help maintain and develop your safeguarding.
They can also help you with:
- policy reviews
- leadership training
- case management advice and guidance
- networking and sharing good practice
Visit the CPSU website for resources including:
- a safeguarding self-assessment tool
- best practice guidance
- videos, podcasts and webinars
They also provide a reporting template to help you report and record any incidents.
Adults
We fund the Ann Craft Trust (ACT) to develop best practice for safeguarding adults. Their ‘Adult Safeguarding in Sport Framework’ can help you apply this best practice in your organisation.
They can also help you with:
- policy reviews
- website audits
- leadership training
- case management advice and guidance
Visit the ACT website for resources and guidance. Including advice on reporting and recording safeguarding issues.