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Respect and Safeguarding children

Creating fun, safe football environments is central to Respect.

Many children and young people have a fantastic experience through football - some don't. This may be down to aggressive or pushy coaches and parents screaming and shouting from the sidelines. Respect highlights that this behaviour is unacceptable. We need to help coaches and parents understand the effect this behaviour can have and share positive ways to motivate young players.

Click under related links for:

  • Guidance & Information
  • Available Workshops
  • Reporting concerns about the welfare of a child
  • Choosing a club for your child
  • Anti-bullying policy
  • Club Safeguarding Children policy
  • Information and support sheets
  • Safeguarding information aimed specifically at young people

Safeguarding Children is everyone's responsibility. Having welfare officers in all clubs and leagues with youth teams is key. Our simple three part approach includes:

  • Getting only the right people involved - references and CRB checks
  • Creating a safe environment - Codes of Conduct and education courses
  • Promoting clear systems to deal with any concerns - policy and procedures.