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ADHD in sport: challenging myths and supporting children

Topics: Diversity and inclusion

For ADHD Awareness Month 2026, we are busting a few myths that can help more organisations move beyond ADHD stereotypes and towards a more inclusive sporting community that can keep every child safe.

Sept 30 2026

The impact of misogyny in sport: online safeguarding masterclass  

Topics: Diversity and inclusion

Learn how to recognise and challenge sexism and misogyny in sport with NSPCC Sport's online safeguarding training for sport coaches and volunteers.

Sept 23 2026

Creating safer sport all year round

Topics: Diversity and inclusion

Use awareness campaigns this October 2026 to help start important conversations, improve understanding and strengthen safeguarding culture.

Sept 22 2026

How to safeguard in sport this September

Topics: Safeguarding children

Our tips for strengthening safeguarding this September cover common concerns and practical steps for governing bodies, active partnerships and clubs.

Aug 27 2026

Changes to definition of regulated activity

Topics: Safer recruitment

Find out how the changes from 1 September 2026 affect roles in sport that are eligible for DBS and AccessNI criminal records checks.

Aug 27 2026

Raising the bar in women's athletics

Topics: Elite athletes

Find out about new guidance from the EBU, which recommends respectful camera angles for recording women's athletics.

Aug 26 2026

Supporting Team England for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

Topics: Elite athletes

How we trained Team England safeguarding leads and staff for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Jul 23 2026

7 ways to make safeguarding a priority

Topics: Safeguarding children

7 ways to influence people in your organisation to make safeguarding a priority useful for safeguarding leads and board champions.

Jul 10 2026

How to plan safeguarding in sport

Topics: Safeguarding children

Learn how to write and co-create a SMART safeguarding plan that will be delivered and make safeguarding the norm.

Jul 07 2026

A 10% increase in safeguarding concerns in children's sports

Topics: Safeguarding children

The NSPCC is releasing new data as it renames its sport safeguarding service, NSPCC Sport, formerly the Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU).

Jun 30 2026