“Verbing” Abuse Prevention
Prevention Education Series The goal of this series is to bridge the gap between prevention education theory with on-the-ground practice. “Verbing” Abuse Prevention Professionals in prevention education come from a diverse range of disciplines. From sociology, psychology, and criminology to political science and social work. Research from across these fields is clear. We need comprehensive prevention education to create meaningful culture …
Get SafeSport® Trained. End Abuse in Sport.
Get SafeSport® Trained. End Abuse in Sport. We all want to feel safe. This is especially true in sport environments, where athletes at every level should be empowered to learn, grow, thrive, and reap the full benefits of sport participation. The U.S. Center for SafeSport puts athlete well-being first by providing powerful resources so everyone can learn to prevent, recognize, …
Resources to Help Prevent Abuse and Misconduct in Sport
Resources to Help Prevent Abuse and Misconduct in Sport Headlines covering abuse and misconduct in sport can seem too big, too daunting. Where do we turn for answers? How do we become part of the solution? The U.S. Center for SafeSport can help. The Center was established to develop accountability through national SafeSport® policies and abuse prevention education on emotional, …
Sport Should Be a Safe Place for Everyone. You Can Help.
Sport Should Be a Safe Place for Everyone. You Can Help. At its essence, sport is a place where we can go to learn, grow, and thrive, both physically and emotionally. And no matter the ages of the participants or the level of competition, that place should be safe and free of abuse and other misconduct that can rob us …
Positivity and understanding define next-gen coaching practices
Positivity and understanding define next-gen coaching practices It can be confusing. You lean toward a more no-nonsense approach as a coach and want to hold your athletes and others around your team accountable for their effort and performance. But when does “stern” cross the line into “punitive”—or even harmful—coaching? The U.S. Center for SafeSport offers resources, including the Emotional & …
Bullying: What It Is, What to Look For, How to Respond
Bullying: What It Is, What to Look For, How to Respond Bullying goes beyond occasional teasing. It’s widespread and is negatively impacting America’s youth. Wherever adolescents gather—in school, sports, or other settings—bullying is common. Bullying once was thought of as “just part of growing up.” It is now seen, rightfully, as harmful misconduct that can have long-lasting negative impacts on …
The U.S. Center for SafeSport announces new abuse prevention courses for young athletes.
Protect sport: Blow the whistle on abuse and misconduct
Protect sport: Blow the whistle on abuse and misconduct Safer, more respectful settings benefit everyone, officials included Referees and officials see sport in a way that most cannot. They know where to look, and what to look for. They see the game within the game, the big picture and the tiny details, the forest and the trees. It’s a unique …
U.S. Center for SafeSport’s Response to U.S. Soccer Federation Athletes
United in Support of Youth Safety: New Mexico United Soccer Academy
United in Support of Youth Safety: New Mexico United Soccer Academy No matter the ages of the participants or the level of competition, sport should be a safe, supportive place where everyone feels empowered to learn, grow, and thrive—physically and emotionally. The U.S. Center for SafeSport provides diverse training, tools, and resources to create sport settings free of abuse and …