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Sports organisations have an important role to play in creating a positive culture to challenge bullying behaviour.

Before recruiting to your chosen role, make sure you plan and prepare for the hiring process, so that your organisation's values and ethos is clear.

How you go about engaging and involving children and young people varies depending on the size of your organisation, your budget and how you want to include them.

If you think a child is in immediate danger Don't delay – call the police on 999 straight away.

Choosing wisely and conducting an effective interview and selection process will help you to select the most suitable person for the role.

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There are eight things you can do to use AI responsibly in sport, and it applies whether you're a large national governing body or a single club.

Definition of sexual abuse Sexual abuse is when a child is forced or persuaded to take part in sexual activities.

All sports organisations should have processes in place to ensure that they provide a safe and welcoming environment for children and young people.

What are safeguarding procedures? Safeguarding procedures outline how you will protect children and young people and what practical safeguarding measures will be put in place to do so.

Bullying behaviours can cause negative experiences for children and young people taking part in sport.

Celebrate special moments, promote your activities and recruit new members by using images and video safely.

Mobile phones can pose a safeguarding risk if they are used to take photos or video footage in changing rooms or shower areas.

For help in encouraging the positive involvement of parents and other spectators, youth sports clubs and organisations may wish to take a look at the following resources.

Taking part in sport can have both a positive and negative influence on young people’s mental health and wellbeing, and we need to try and minimise the risks where possible.

Industry-leading bespoke safeguarding training programmes, and consultancy services to help you keep children safe in sport, leisure and physical activity.

Learn more about what you need to know to choose the right training for your role in sport or physical activity.

Discover what safeguarding training is available for your staff and volunteers to build on their existing knowledge and skills.

A safeguarding board report is one of the main ways you, as a board member, executive or senior leader, discharge your legal, moral and strategic responsibilities for protecting people.

Everyone should always be asked if they are happy to have their image taken or filmed.