As part of #SaferInternetDay and the ever growing notoriety of having an online presence from such a young age, we look at the impact social media has on body image for young athletes. We're joined by British Swimming's National Talent and Events Welfare Officer Rebecca Wood to cover how social media can be a double edged sword for growing athletes, as well as how body image has brought about changes within the British Swimming safeguarding policies. During this episode we cover:  the positives of social media in building an athletes brand the affects of sharing images and obligation t ..read more

In this podcast episode, we talk with our colleagues in the NSPCC about the new legislation passed in England and Wales on 28th June 2022, and soon Northern Ireland, which makes it illegal for someone in a position of trust in sports and faith organisations to have a sexual relationship with someone aged 16-17 in their care.  The extension to the positions of trust legislation comes after the NSPCC’s ‘Close the Loophole’ campaign. In this podcast we analyse who is included in the extension to the law and what this means for your organisation.  Featuring Becky Groarke – Information ..read more

In this podcast episode, we talk with former professional football Paul Stewart. Paul talks about the impact that childhood abuse has had on him and how we can all help to create a safer culture in sport for young people. We discuss the importance of creating a culture of safety where children's voices are heard and robust safeguarding policies and procedures are implemented to help protect all children and young people taking part in sport or physical activity and ensure their experience is fun. Featuring Paul Stephenson – CPSU Senior Consultant Paul Stewart – Former professional footballer ..read more

This is part one of a five part mini series on body image, weight management and disordered eating in sport we talk with Dr Carolyn Plateau, Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Loughborough University and former 800 metre international athlete.  We will be releasing one part of the mini series throughout week from the 6 - 10 September 2021. Looking after yourself This content may be sensitive to some individuals, it may bring up distressing memories, thoughts or feelings. If you need further support or know someone who might need support you will find links to organisations that can provide ..read more

This is part one of a five part mini series on body image, weight management and disordered eating in sport we talk with Dr Carolyn Plateau, Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Loughborough University and former 800 metre international athlete.  We will be releasing one part of the mini series throughout week from the 6 - 10 September 2021. Looking after yourself This content may be sensitive to some individuals, it may bring up distressing memories, thoughts or feelings. If you need further support or know someone who might need support you will find links to organisations that can provide ..read more

This is part one of a five part mini series on body image, weight management and disordered eating in sport we talk with Dr Carolyn Plateau, Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Loughborough University and former 800 metre international athlete.  We will be releasing one part of the mini series throughout week from the 6 - 10 September 2021. Looking after yourself This content may be sensitive to some individuals, it may bring up distressing memories, thoughts or feelings. If you need further support or know someone who might need support you will find links to organisations that can provide ..read more

This is part one of a five part mini series on body image, weight management and disordered eating in sport we talk with Dr Carolyn Plateau, Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Loughborough University and former 800 metre international athlete.  We will be releasing one part of the mini series throughout week from the 6 - 10 September 2021. Looking after yourself This content may be sensitive to some individuals, it may bring up distressing memories, thoughts or feelings. If you need further support or know someone who might need support you will find links to organisations that can provide ..read more

This is part one of a five part mini series on body image, weight management and disordered eating in sport we talk with Dr Carolyn Plateau, Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Loughborough University and former 800 metre international athlete.  We will be releasing one part of the mini series throughout week from the 6 - 10 September 2021. Looking after yourself This content may be sensitive to some individuals, it may bring up distressing memories, thoughts or feelings. If you need further support or know someone who might need support you will find links to organisations that can provide ..read more

CPSU’s Jude Toasland hears how the three national governing bodies approach their case management process and how they tackle common challenges such as communication, investigation and making defensible decisions. The group also shares their advice and tips to help other sports and organisations to improve their own case management processes. Featuring Jude Toasland – Senior Consultant CPSU Nancy Squires – Head of Governance at British Canoeing Keith Eldridge – Lead Safeguarding Officer at British Judo Gordon Valentine - National Compliance Manager at England Boxing ..read more

In this podcast, we discuss the benefits of listening to children and young people with Rugby Football League (RFL) and find out more about their listening club initiative. Liza Ware, CPSU Senior Consultant, talks to RFL former Safeguarding Lead Officer, Colette Eden and some RFL Club Welfare Officers about the initiative. They discuss how clubs implemented and facilitate listening clubs, how they involved children in club decision making and how children’s views, wishes and ideas were put into practice. This podcast was recorded remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic and the audio clips with ..read more