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These sport specific resources and guidance for photography and filming will help to keep children and young people safe from inappropriate use of images or videos.

Consult with police, children’s social care, designated officers (LADOs) and multi-agency safeguarding hubs if you suspect abuse or other criminal behaviour. Case management 4/8

Find out about NSPCC Learning’s introductory Safeguarding in sport elearning course and other online training courses.

The following resources can help you to involve children and young people with decision making within your sports club or activity.

The digital world is rapidly evolving – here, we highlight sport-specific resources for safeguarding children online, and point you towards the parts of the NSPCC website where you can keep up with what you need to know about online safety.

Our impact on safeguarding in the sport sector Our latest report summarises the NSPCC’s 25/26 impact across safeguarding in sport in the UK.

Our work with sports organisations    We help sports organisations to create safe and inclusive environments so that all children can enjoy and thrive in sport and physical activity.

The process of gathering and clarifying information about reported safeguarding concerns or incidents. Case management tool part 5 of 8.

A wide range of resources are available to help safeguard talented and elite young athletes – we list some of the most useful resources here.

Live events and livestreaming You might want to use livestreaming or video conferencing in your sport or activity for a number of reasons.

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.

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

Third-party use of facilities There are a few key points to consider when determining supervision levels and responsibilities for third-party users of facilities.

The following resources and guidance should prove useful in ensuring that sport and leisure facilities are properly safeguarded for use by children and young people.

You don't need to understand every aspect of a person’s specific disability, condition or sensory need; however you should consider their particular needs when planning your activity.

Facility operators need to address the challenges posed by unaccompanied children visiting (or left at) sports and leisure facilities.

Creating a safe environment can help keep children safer online whilst keeping in touch and staying up to date with your organisation.

What is a safeguarding policy statement? A safeguarding policy outlines your safeguarding intention to protect children and young people whilst in your care.

Photography and filming policy and procedures What is a photography and filming policy? Your photography and filming policy should clearly state your approach to photos and videos of children and young people taking part in your sport, club, activity, event, or session.

All young people have the right to enjoy sport, free from all forms of abuse and exploitation, and to be involved in decisions affecting them.