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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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.
Apr
08
2021
The Sheldon Report into non-recent child sexual abuse in football is published
Commissioned by The FA, this report follows an independent review into allegations of non-recent child sexual abuse in football.
Mar
17
2021
Success for Close the Loophole campaigners
The CPSU has welcomed the news that the Positions of Trust law is being extended to include sports coaches.
Mar
09
2021
Prevalence study into abuse in sport
This study, by Edge Hill University, aims to establish the prevalence of abuse and maltreatment experienced by competitive athletes in the UK.
Jul
28
2020
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.