Learning from the Sheldon Report
The Sheldon Report investigated non-recent child sexual abuse in football. It was commissioned by the FA after survivors came forward in 2016 and includes recommendations for football, but are applicable to all sports.
Tackling online gender-based violence (GBV)
Learn how we can tackle online gender-based violence in grassroot and elite sport.
Set up a sensory room at an event
Creating a relaxed area for children and young people to go to can help make your event more inclusive.
Writing a sport safeguarding plan
Learn how to write a safeguarding plan, also known as a safeguarding action plan or implementation plan, which will help you and your organisation to deliver your safeguarding responsibilities.
AI in sport guidance
Guidance with best practice for responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in youth sports, physical activity and leisure. Also includes wording for policies, codes of conduct and communication.
Safeguarding plan template
This template safeguarding plan can be adapted for use by your organisation or club.
Photography and filming policy - template
See our photography and filming policy for advice on how to help take and share images within your organisation.
Creating a psychologically safe culture
Here are some key tips that organisations can follow to create a culture of psychological safety and promote the wellbeing and performance of their athletes.
Safeguarding pocket guide for clubs and physical activity providers
Download our accordion-folding, safeguarding pocket guide, designed specifically for sports clubs and activity providers.
NSPCC Helpline and Childline data (sport)
Read the latest statistics and snapshots based on child welfare contacts to the NSPCC Helpline and Childline from 2024/25 where the location of concern was a sports setting or where the person contacting was a sports professional (coach, club staff, volunteer).