Newsroom

Information and resources
for media professionals

On this page, you’ll find U.S. Center for SafeSport news releases, media contacts, and links to important documents and pages to help media cover the Center fairly and accurately.  

Members of the news media should direct inquiries to [email protected], and we will do our best to respond in a timely manner. Be aware that if your story involves a case or report of abuse or misconduct, we do not comment on such matters for purposes of process integrity.

Important Links

Center Overview

A one-page summary with core facts and data about the U.S. Center for SafeSport

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Impact Report

Published March 2022, with data and detail on the Center’s first five years of activity

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FAQs

Answers to key questions about facets of the Center’s work

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U.S. Center for SafeSport Bylaws

The document that outlines governance of the Center, a Colorado nonprofit corporation

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Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017

The federal law that establishes our purpose, scope, and authority

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Empowering Olympic, Paralympic, and Amateur Athletes Act of 2020

The federal law that further defines Center’s oversight functions and funding allocation

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Response & Resolution Resources

SAFESPORT PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS

After conducting a thorough review of its processes and seeking feedback from athletes and national governing bodies (NGBs), the U.S. Center for SafeSport has launched an initial set of process improvements that impact nearly every aspect of its work. These changes reflect the Center’s ongoing evolution and commitment to continuous improvement. The Center will continue to review its processes, change as necessary, and seek input from athletes and stakeholders along the way.

Learn more about the Center’s recent efforts to improve efficiency, information sharing, and trauma sensitivity.

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U.S. Center for SafeSport Code

Defines the Center's authority and jurisdiction, prohibited abuse and misconduct, and response and resolution process

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Centralized Disciplinary Database

A database of individuals in the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement who are restricted from sport participation

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In the Media

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The U.S. Center for SafeSport announces initial set of process improvements.

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The U.S. Center for SafeSport welcomes four new members to its Board of Directors.

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U.S. Center for SafeSport Seeks Athlete Participation in Nationwide Survey on Abuse

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The U.S. Center for SafeSport releases new Bullying Prevention Handbook developed for coaches of minor athletes.

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The U.S. Center for SafeSport announces new abuse prevention courses for young athletes.

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U.S. Center for SafeSport's Response to U.S. Soccer Federation Athletes

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The U.S. Center for SafeSport today released its Annual Report for 2022. During its sixth year of operation, the Center exceeded benchmarks for case resolution, courses delivered, audits of national governing bodies, and building important new partnerships.

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U.S. Center for SafeSport announces new Board Chair, gold medalist April Holmes. Holmes is the first athlete and first Paralympian to serve as Chair of the Center’s Board of Directors.

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U.S. Center for SafeSport presents best practices for combating emotional and physical abuse at Aspen Institute's Project Play Summit.

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The U.S. Center for SafeSport Releases a Summer Safety Checklist, highlighting important questions for parents and guardians to ask prior to children’s summer activities.