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Steps to take if a child goes missing at your sports event - sample procedure and flow chart.

Addressing and reporting bullying To address bullying behaviour successfully, you need a whole club approach, with coaches, volunteers, officials, young people, parents and carers working together.

Click on the images to download a zipped folder full of graphics under each theme.

Challenging bullying behaviour Many children and young people take part in some form of sport or physical activity, so while they are in your care it’s important that you’re creating a positive culture.

Using and sharing images of young people for your sport or activity Before sharing any images, videos or livestreams of children and young people make sure you consider how widely images may be shared once they are in the public domain.

This NSPCC report compiles and analyses the most robust and up-to-date child protection data that exists across the four nations in the UK for 2020.

Every child has the right to be safe. Find out what safeguarding is, what it means and and what's expected of organisations.

A closer look at the different types of child abuse and some signs to look out for in the sporting environment.

A template form for sports organisations to use when contacting the references provided by an applicant for a role working with young people.

Download a free NSPCC poster, especially designed for sports clubs and leisure centres to highlight how you can contact the NSPCC helpline with your concerns.

Everyone should be able to appeal against the outcome of safeguarding and disciplinary processes, and the appeals processes should be separate from any case management group. Case management 8/8

The International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC), developed by ACPO and CEOP, is a criminal records check for UK nationals or non-UK nationals previously resident in the UK, seeking to work with children overseas.

Social media best practice There are several ways in which sports organisations and activity providers can reduce the risk of harm to children and young people whilst using social media to promote their organisation or to communicate.

The following resources can help you to support children and young people's mental health and wellbeing.

Sport, by definition, requires a significant level of physical exertion.

Using inclusive language that doesn’t discriminate against someone’s ability, age, race, religion, faith, gender, gender identity and sexual orientation helps to create an inclusive culture in your organisation.

Clear reporting procedures will make sure that any safeguarding concerns are passed on in a timely manner. Case management tool part 2 of 8.

There are several things that sports organisations can do to contribute towards the ongoing wellbeing of their participants, as well as supporting those experiencing mental health problems.

A checklist for sports organisations to make sure you meet all your safeguarding requirements for events and activities for young people.

This template safeguarding plan can be adapted for use by your organisation or club.