The CPSU has recently worked in partnership with the Ann Craft Trust (ACT) to develop a safeguarding checklist for the leisure sector.
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New strategic plan launched by the Safeguarding children in Sport Strategic Group
The safeguarding children in sport strategic group (SCSSG) launch their strategic plan for 2021-2024.
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Supporting your child to return to sport after lockdown
If your child has worries about returning to sport after the national lockdown, we've got some advice on how you can support them.
New mental health in sport content
Information about mental health and wellbeing to help clubs create a mentally healthy and safe environment.
Apr
22
2020
Listen to our podcast on safeguarding at sports events
CPSU podcast that discusses how your organisation can ensure your event stays safe for all children and young people.
Feb
26
2020
We’re backing human rights declaration
The CPSU has signed up to the Declaration on Sport and Human Rights, joining major sports bodies from Northern Ireland and beyond.
Feb
11
2020
Helping adults respond to children disclosing abuse
The NSPCC has created new resources to help adults respond to a child who raises a concern.
Jan
09
2020
Angles: Supporting individuals to share their experiences of abuse
We talk to Alana Avery at On Road Media about the work of Angles and learn more about their work with people with lived experiences of abuse.
Nov
18
2019
Listen to our podcast on the basics of safeguarding
Our latest podcast discusses the basics of safeguarding and what is required from every sporting organisation.
Nov
12
2019
Coaching Professional Standards
The Professional Standards for Coaching developed by CIMSPA and UK Coaching to provide a level of the knowledge, skills and behaviours required of coaches.
May
09
2019
Stay sun safe this summer
A campaign to help sports coaches and outdoor activity leaders to safeguard children taking part in their activities and events during warm weather.
May
08
2019
We’re working with Lidl to invest in local youth sport
We're working with Lidl supermarket to help young people take part in and enjoy sport as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Apr
23
2019
New study could be ground-breaking in tackling concussion
A concussion study being carried out by the University of Birmingham hopes to develop new technology to detect concussion on the pitch to prevent harm to athletes.
Jan
17
2019