Child Abuse in Sports and Duty of Care
An essential guide to understanding child abuse, the importance of reporting concerns, and the legal duty of care for adults in sports settings.
Child Abuse in Sports
Child abuse is any form of physical, emotional, or sexual mistreatment or lack of care that leads to injury or harm.
Abuse can happen to a child regardless of their age, gender, race or ability. Children may be assaulted by adults or by other children.
Any allegations or suspicions of abuse, bullying behaviour or poor practice need to be responded to and reported in line with your club or organisation's procedures.
Even if abuse is happening in another setting, if it is brought to your attention, you have a duty of care for that child and you must report your concerns.
Duty of Care in Sports
In order to fulfill its Duty of Care, a sports body needs to take reasonable measures in the circumstances to ensure that individuals will be safe to participate in an activity they are providing or is endorsed by them.
When children and young people are involved in sports activities, the adults have a duty of care to take reasonable care to ensure safety and welfare.
Any person in charge of children and young people involved in a sports club or activity has a duty of care.
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