Article 1: Understanding How Policy Shapes U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Sport

A Healthier, Safer Sport Experience: Understanding How Policy Shapes U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Sport We can all agree that safe sport settings in the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement are essential to help athletes thrive. While it’s easy to recognize the impact of a sports environment defined by inclusion, support, and encouragement, understanding the policies put in place by the …

Article 2: How To Know Who the MAAPP Applies To and When

How To Know Who the MAAPP Applies To and When The Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP) are designed to keep young athletes safe within the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement. Understanding what the policies are is the first step. Next, it’s important to understand who they apply to and when—or if—they go into effect. Who Does the MAAPP Apply …

Article 3: Observable & Interruptible: Making One-on-One Interactions Safer

Observable & Interruptible: Making One-on-One Interactions Safer Between Adult Participants and Minor Athletes The Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP) were created to keep athletes safer in sport-related activities. A key component of these policies is the requirement that one-one-one interactions be observable and interruptible. When Does Observable & Interruptible Apply? What is observable and interruptible and how does it …

Article 4: How to Safely Communicate with Minor Athletes

Texting, Emailing, Social Media, and Sport Apps: How to Safely Communicate with Minor Athletes via Electronic Communications Coaches, volunteers, sport administrators, and other Adult Participants1 often need to communicate with athletes to share important information regarding practices, games, and team updates. To make sure these electronic interactions remain safe, the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP) set requirements and guidelines …