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The following resources can help you to involve children and young people with decision making within your sports club or activity.

A campaign to make vetting checks a legal requirement for people taking part in regulated activity in Northern Ireland has received support. 

Starting and maintaining the life of a performance or pathway athlete can be exciting, but also daunting, as it takes time to adjust and learn how to balance training with all the other things in life.

This week is Celebrating Neurodiversity Week 2025, and in this blog Samantha talks about the importance of taking a strengths-based approach to sport and to safeguarding. 

In this blog Graham Smith talks about some best practices to help you manage and safeguard your social media presence in sport effectively.

What is contextual safeguarding. Find out why it is important in order for you to help protect your young participants.

Safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance relevant to professionals working with children and young people in sports settings.

Third-party use of facilities There are a few key points to consider when determining supervision levels and responsibilities for third-party users of facilities.

The digital world is rapidly evolving – here, we highlight sport-specific resources for safeguarding children online, and point you towards the parts of the NSPCC website where you can keep up with what you need to know about online safety.

Facility operators need to address the challenges posed by unaccompanied children visiting (or left at) sports and leisure facilities.

A young person on the talent pathway will undoubtedly experience change and challenges, which may make them feel under pressure at times.

Minimum safeguarding training standards ensure compliance, competency and consistency in your organisation.

Photography by parents and spectators at events Most spectators – especially competitors’ family and friends – will want to take photos or videos at sports events.

Active partnerships (formerly CSPs) Introduction There are 43 active partnerships across England (formerly known as county sports partnerships), which work with local partners to increase participation in sport and physical activity.

National governing bodies (NGBs) For advice about safeguarding in a particular sport, use the contact details below to contact the safeguarding lead for the sport’s governing body.