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People before policies in community sport

In this blog, we reflect on the lessons learned from the most recent CPSU podcast 'Safeguarding in sport and physical activity' and how it challenges us to move beyond paperwork and procedures, and to focus on what truly matters: people.

Understanding unconscious bias in sport

In this blog we introduce the topic of unconscious bias and our new webinar hosted by the NSPCC senior trainer Ineke Houtenbos.

In conversation with a board safeguarding champion

In this blog we hear from Ceri Wynne about his experience as an independent board member and sports volunteer.

Safeguarding in the dance sector

We take a deeper dive into the dance sector to understand how safeguarding is approached in the activity and explore some of the challenges faced by the sector.

Social Media in Sports Organisations

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

Learning from the Sheldon report – what next?

Following the publication of the Sheldon report into non-recent child sexual abuse in football, the sports sector will be looking at what learning we can take from the report and its recommendations.

Paul, Parks and Podiums

This blog by Paul Stephenson touches on the complexities sport NGBs face when making decisions on a person’s suitability to return to participation or coaching, after allegations or concerns raised.

Behind the scenes: building a campaign that puts children first

Read our latest blog, describing how planning this year’s Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week has been a journey — one filled with collaboration, flexibility, and a deep sense of purpose.

Neurodiversity Week: strengths, sport and safeguarding

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.