U.S. Center for SafeSport Summer Safety Checklist
U.S. Center for SafeSport Summer Safety Checklist Eight Questions to Ask Before Your Child Starts a Summer Program Whether your child is joining a summer sports league or heading off to camp, the answers to these questions can help you evaluate a program’s preparedness to prevent and respond to abuse and misconduct. Discover the answers to these questions by contacting …
SafeSport Welcomes New Members to the Board of Directors
The SafeSport Summer Playbook
The SafeSport Summer Playbook: Your Guide to Promoting Wellness & Safety in Youth Sports & Activities In the coming weeks, millions of children across the country will be getting ready to head into summer programming. Whether you’re a coach, activity leader, parent, volunteer, or adult who regularly interacts with youth partaking in extracurricular activities, now is the ideal time to …
Know Your Role: Turning 18 In The Movement
Know Your Role: Turning 18 In The Movement Every Participant in the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement (“the Movement”) must follow the SafeSport Code. But now that you are (or about to turn) 18, you have new responsibilities under the Code. You also may be required to follow the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP). We encourage you—and your parents/guardians—to …
The U.S. Center for SafeSport today released the following update related to the firing of a former member of staff in November 2024 after his arrest on charges of theft, and ongoing communication with the office of Senator Chuck Grassley about the matter.
5 Ways to Practice Prevention During Sexual Assault Awareness Month
5 Ways to Practice Prevention During Sexual Assault Awareness Month Prevention Education Series The goal of this series is to bridge the gap between prevention education theory with on-the-ground practice. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) With busy schedules, it can be hard to prioritize abuse prevention at home and with other kids in our lives. April is Sexual …
Empower Your Family & Protect Your Kids in Sport: Tips for Parents & Guardians
Empower Your Family & Protect Your Kids in Sport Tips for Parents & Guardians Learn how to talk your kids and teens about preventing abuse in sport. Explore our three tips for parents and guardians. Preventing abuse in sport is a community effort. It takes the awareness and attention of everyone, from coaches to parents to the athletes themselves. This …
CEO Corner: State of SafeSport
To kick off 2025, the Center hosted a virtual forum for athletes By Ju’Riese Colon, Chief Executive Officer, U.S. Center for SafeSport https://youtu.be/4yjQ7Qj_RQg State of SafeSport was an opportunity to highlight our progress, challenges, and future plans to continue shifting sport culture. More importantly, it was an opportunity to hear directly from the people we serve. We welcomed attendees representing …
When It Comes To Bullying, Coaches Are Positioned To Protect Athletes
When It Comes To Bullying, Coaches Are Positioned To Protect Athletes Coaches, learn how you can stay aware of bullying behavior, respond to it, and promote a team environment of inclusivity and belonging. Coaches run practice and draw up game plans. But the job of a coach often extends beyond the pool or the court. They check in regularly to …
Safer Sport for Kids Starts with Educated, Knowledgeable Parents and Guardians
Safer Sport for Kids Starts with Educated, Knowledgeable Parents and Guardians Whether your child plays hockey or does gymnastics, athlete safety is often on the minds of parents. Between organizing carpools and double checking the practice schedule, it’s not uncommon to find yourself asking questions such as, “Does my child have the proper safety gear—like a mouthguard or a helmet—to …