Sport is a safe space for many children and young people, with the latest research from the CPSU and Loughborough University showing that 55% of child safeguarding concerns raised were from outside of sport.
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Prioritising mental health in safeguarding roles
In this blog. written by Rachel Stevens, CPSU Training and Development Consultant, she explores why the mental health of safeguarding leads should be a priority, her personal experience of mental health at work, and the importance of being trauma-informed.
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Alan Shearer and British Cycling unite for Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week
Athletes, celebrities and safeguarding professionals are calling on sports and activity clubs, teams, parents and carers across the UK to take part in the NSPCC’s Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week.
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Prioritising mental health in safeguarding roles
In this blog. written by Rachel Stevens, CPSU Training and Development Consultant, she explores why the mental health of safeguarding leads should be a priority, her personal experience of mental health at work, and the importance of being trauma-informed.
Oct
09
2024
Beyond sport: a statistical look at concerns
Sport is a safe space for many children and young people, with the latest research from the CPSU and Loughborough University showing that 55% of child safeguarding concerns raised were from outside of sport.
Oct
08
2024
Alan Shearer and British Cycling unite for Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week
Athletes, celebrities and safeguarding professionals are calling on sports and activity clubs, teams, parents and carers across the UK to take part in the NSPCC’s Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week.
Oct
07
2024
Safeguarding is a team effort
Last month, the CPSU NSPCC team of four staff arrived at Loughborough University to welcome 1,500 young people and support staff to the School Games National Finals (SGNF) 2024.
Sept
13
2024
Learning from case data research project
The latest findings from the safeguarding case data research project with Loughborough University.
Sept
02
2024
Championing Welfare at the School Games National Finals
In this blog we hear from Tom Folkes, CPSU Development Officer about the safeguarding measures and support provided by the CPSU for the Games.
Aug
20
2024
Talking about concussion with Progressive Rugby
In this blog, we talked to Prof John Fairclough from Progressive Rugby about concussion in sport.
Aug
14
2024
Press release: Safe Sport Day
We are proud to announce that we are backing Safe Sport Day (August 8), a global initiative aimed at promoting the safety and well-being of young athletes.
Aug
08
2024
Supporting safeguarding at Paris 2024
In this blog find out how we supported organisations during their preparations for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games
Jul
24
2024
The Melanoma Fund launch Sunguarding course
A free online sun and heat protection course has been developed for people in sport.
May
07
2024
Plan your Team Huddle
A Team Huddle is a great way for everyone involved in your sport or activity to get together to play, chat and connect.