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Create an inclusive culture by having open conversations, making adaptations, training staff and putting polices in place which celebrate difference.

This webinar looks at what sports can do to support young people with ADHD and Autism.

A wide range of resources are available to help you make your sport or activity more accessible and inclusive for all 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.

In this podcast, we hear from two dedicated sports parents who discuss the very different roles they play in their preschool and disabled children's sports.

The vital role of safeguarding in community sports and physical activities with our guests from Active Norfolk, StreetGames, and Sporting Communities.

When planning and running drop-in activities for young people, think about the ages and abilities of those who might attend, and how these might impact the sessions.

An ally is someone who actively supports the rights of a minority group without being a member of it.

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

This guidance outlines the appropriate use of physical contact between adults and young people in sports activities.

A template role description for a chaperone responsible for protecting and looking after children in sport.

This guidance highlights what you need to consider when recruiting chaperones to provide care for children and young people at training, events and competitions.

In this blog, we reflect on the lessons learned from our Safeguarding in sport and physical activity podcast and how it challenges us to move beyond paperwork and procedures, and to focus on what truly matters: people.

How can sport be a protective factor for children going through adversity, trauma or adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)? Learn more and download our safeguarding scenarios.

Active partnerships There are 42 active partnerships across England, which work with local partners to increase participation in sport and physical activity.

Here are some examples of how some sports organisations have involved young people within their settings.

National governing bodies (NGBs) For advice about safeguarding in a particular sport, use the contact details below to contact the safeguarding lead for the sport’s governing body.

Be aware of health and safety considerations when planning drop-in activities, and take steps to mitigate any potential risks.

A child’s behaviour might be challenging for a reason, understanding why a child's behaviour may be difficult will help you to support them better.