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In this blog Samantha Lawrence talks about learning from the latest NSPCC CPSU podcast episode to keep children and young people safe online in sport. 

How sports organisations have involved children and young people Here are some examples of how some sports organisations have involved young people within their settings.

Advice about reducing the risk of the grooming process taking place to prevent children from being sexually harmed.

Here are links to the NSPCC's advice on issues you may want to know more about to help keep your children safe, whatever their age.

Definition of sexual abuse Sexual abuse is when a child is forced or persuaded to take part in sexual activities.

The impact of bullying in sport Bullying behaviours can cause negative experiences for children and young people taking part in sport.

Children 1st – Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport Website: www.

Details of upcoming webinars, and webinar recordings and resources from our past online events.

The case data collection tool is a piece of research coordinated between the CPSU and Loughborough University. The data collected is anonymised and analysed to identify themes and trends about safeguarding cases. 

Throughout the career of a young person on the talent pathway, parents and carers who are positively involved play a key role in their health and wellbeing as well as their overall success.

An induction checklist to help a new starter / volunteer settle in as soon as possible.

Parents can use this leaflet to help choose the right club or activity for their child. It lists the safeguards that sports bodies should have in place to keep children safe.

We're always pleased to respond to enquiries or provide advice around safeguarding children in sport.

Safeguarding standards provide a benchmark to help those involved in sport to make informed decisions, promote good practice, raise lower-level concerns and help to create a safe sporting environment for everyone.

Building and embedding safeguards Creating a safeguarding plan Using an effective safeguarding plan enables clubs, activities and organisations to meet their safeguarding responsibilities by setting out the work being done to make activities safer for everyone.

Digital resilience is crucial for navigating the connected world safely and confidently.

All young people have the right to enjoy sport, free from all forms of abuse and exploitation, and to be involved in decisions affecting them.

The role that parents and carers play in their child’s sporting life is vital in helping them to thrive and to achieve their full sporting potential, whilst feeling safe and supported.

We’re asking sports parents to play their part and talk to their children about how they can bring out their best. Find out how your sport, club or organisation can support the 2025 KYCSIS campaign.

Definition of neglect Neglect is not meeting a child’s basic physical or psychological needs.