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Welcome to our NSPCC Child Protection In Sport podcast, your definitive guide to safeguarding in sport and creating a safer sporting environment for young people.
Join us as we delve into crucial discussions on athlete safety, abuse prevention and coaching best practices. Explore expert insights, policy development strategies and actionable steps to ensure you and your club create a secure and nurturing space for young athletes.
Tune in to empower yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary to safeguard children in sport and to shape a healthier and safer athletic community.
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S2 Ep25: Online Safety Part 5: How to keep children and young people safe
Saison 2 · Épisode 25
mardi 13 mai 2025 • Durée 16:00
Louisa Street—youth worker, PhD candidate, and member of the HeadStart Kernow Digital Resilience Project—sits down with NSPCC CPSU Senior Digital Content Editor Sam to answer key questions about online safety in sport.
We cover:
Most importantly, we highlight why listening to young people and putting them at the centre of decision-making is key to safeguarding in sport.
Tune in now and make online safety a priority in your club or organisation!
Featuring:
You can access the full transcript for this episode here
Listen to the full Online Safety series here.
More information
We cover:
- how top athletes can promote themselves on social media without compromising safety
- how sports clubs can use photos responsibly while keeping participants protected
- how clubs can take a harm reduction approach to instant messaging apps
- how to respond to online bullying disclosures
Most importantly, we highlight why listening to young people and putting them at the centre of decision-making is key to safeguarding in sport.
Tune in now and make online safety a priority in your club or organisation!
Featuring:
- Samantha Lawrence – Host, NSPCC CPSU Senior Digital Content Editor
- Louisa Street – Youth worker, a PhD candidate and a member of the HeadStart Kernow Digital Resilience Project in Cornwall
You can access the full transcript for this episode here
Listen to the full Online Safety series here.
More information
- Online safety and social media - NSPCC CPSU resource page
- Using digital platforms safely - NSPCC CPSU guidance on how to use digital platforms safely
- Sample social media policy - A sample of a social media policy which clubs, organisations and activity providers can adapt
S2 Ep24: Online Safety Part 4 - Building Resilience and Reducing Harm
Saison 2 · Épisode 24
jeudi 6 février 2025 • Durée 16:41
In this episode, they explore how adults can support children and young people in reducing harm and building digital resilience in the online world.
Samantha and Louisa discuss:
📄 Transcript:
You can access the full transcript for this episode here
Listen to the full Online Safety series.
More information:
Samantha and Louisa discuss:
- why prohibition doesn’t work
- the harm reduction principle and its application to online safety
- concerns young people have about the online world
- how adults can respond if a child or young person is worried about their online safety
- Samantha Lawrence – Host, NSPCC CPSU Senior Digital Content Editor
- Louisa Street – Youth Worker and PHD Candidate and member of the Headstart Kernow Digital Resilience Project in Cornwall.
📄 Transcript:
You can access the full transcript for this episode here
Listen to the full Online Safety series.
More information:
- Online safety and social media - NSPCC CPSU resource page
- Using digital platforms safely - NSPCC CPSU guidance on how to use digital platforms safely
- Sample social media policy - A sample of a social media policy which clubs, organisations and activity providers can adapt
S2 Ep21: Online Safety Part 1 - Social Media and Online Platforms
Saison 2 · Épisode 21
mercredi 27 novembre 2024 • Durée 08:15
In this first podcast episode, Liza Ware, one of our NSPCC CPSU Senior Consultants, talks about how we can keep children and young people safe on social media and online platforms with fellow colleagues from the NSPCC online safety team.
With the increasing role of social media in daily life, it's important that clubs, organisations and activity providers understand what to look for in a social media app or platform as well as the policies that need to be in place to protect young people and children.
This podcast was originally recorded in May 2020 but has been repurposed for use in November 2024.
Liza and her guests discuss:
Featuring:
You can read the full transcript here
More information:
With the increasing role of social media in daily life, it's important that clubs, organisations and activity providers understand what to look for in a social media app or platform as well as the policies that need to be in place to protect young people and children.
This podcast was originally recorded in May 2020 but has been repurposed for use in November 2024.
Liza and her guests discuss:
- what should sport and physical activity organisations look for in a social media app or online platform?
- the importance of social media policies
- safer recruitment and restricted access to platforms
Featuring:
- Helen Westerman – Host, NSPCC
- Liza Ware – NSPCC CPSU Senior Consultant
- Laura Randall – NSPCC Online Safety Strategy Team
You can read the full transcript here
More information:
- Online safety and social media - NSPCC CPSU resource page
- Using digital platforms safely - NSPCC CPSU guidance on how to use digital platforms safely
- Sample social media policy - A sample of a social media policy which clubs, organisations and activity providers can adapt
- Go to guide - WhatsApp - The NSPCC CPSU go-to guide on how to use WhatsApp
S1 Ep20: Bonus - Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport - Advice for Parents
Saison 1 · Épisode 20
vendredi 4 octobre 2024 • Durée 08:07
Catch up with Connor, a member of the NSPCC Young People's Board for Change (YPBC) as he talks with Michelle North, Head of the CPSU during Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week.
They discuss what parents should look for when finding the right sports club or activity programme for their child, as well as inclusion, resilience and finding the right balance in a young person's life.
They discuss what parents should look for when finding the right sports club or activity programme for their child, as well as inclusion, resilience and finding the right balance in a young person's life.
S1 Ep20: Building a Collective Culture of Safety in Sport and Physical Activity
Saison 1 · Épisode 20
mardi 1 octobre 2024 • Durée 37:59
This podcast was recorded for the NSPCC CPSU's Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week, which is taking place 07-11 October 2024.
In this episode, Connor from the NSPCC Young Person's Board for Change interviews our safeguarding panel about how to build a collective culture of safety within sport, throwing out some challenging and thought-provoking questions such as:
They also touch on mental health, The FA's Play Safe campaign, the CPSU case data research and the importance of strengthening unregulated and unaffiliated sport and physical activity.
💬Featuring:
You can download the full transcript from the CPSU website.
Further information
💻Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport
In this episode, Connor from the NSPCC Young Person's Board for Change interviews our safeguarding panel about how to build a collective culture of safety within sport, throwing out some challenging and thought-provoking questions such as:
- what does sport mean to them, who has influenced their sporting journeys and who made them feel safe?
- what does a safe sporting environment look like?
- how do they balance competition and young people's wellbeing?
- who has inspired them to take care of themselves on and off the court?
- what are the key challenges in safeguarding and how can we address them?
- what improvements would they like to see in the world of youth sport?
They also touch on mental health, The FA's Play Safe campaign, the CPSU case data research and the importance of strengthening unregulated and unaffiliated sport and physical activity.
💬Featuring:
- Connor – Host, NSPCC YPBC
- Rachel Tarr - Child Protection Manager from The Football Association (The FA)
- Michelle North - Head of the NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU)
- Maisie - NSPCC YPBC
You can download the full transcript from the CPSU website.
Further information
- Getting started with safeguarding in sport and physical activity
- Parent Hub
- Involving children and young people
- CPSU Case data research project - The NSPCC CPSU summery of the latest case data research
- Play Their Way - A great coaching initiative that advocates a child-first approach to coaching
- NSPCC Young People's Board for Change
💻Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport
S1 Ep19: Body Image and Social Media in Sport
Saison 1 · Épisode 19
vendredi 2 février 2024 • Durée 27:35
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:
💬Featuring:
Mel Nienartowicz – Host, CPSU
Carole Billington-Wood – Senior Consultant, CPSU
Rebecca Wood– National Talent and Events Welfare Officer, British Swimming
📄 Transcript:
You can access the full transcript for this episode here
📚 More resources:
💻Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport
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 to sport
- the pressure of the 'ideaolised' body and the demand to look a certain way
- experiences of online trolling
- policy changes thanks to social media
- how communication and treating an athlete as an individual is paramount
💬Featuring:
Mel Nienartowicz – Host, CPSU
Carole Billington-Wood – Senior Consultant, CPSU
Rebecca Wood– National Talent and Events Welfare Officer, British Swimming
📄 Transcript:
You can access the full transcript for this episode here
📚 More resources:
- Online Safety Training Scenarios - A collection of videos showcasing different scenarios safeguarders may encounter and how to handle them
- CPSU Podcast - Weight-making sports and activities - part of our podcast series on body image, weight management and disordered eating in sport
- Online safety and social media in sport - CPSU guidance for online safety and social media in sport
- Responding to Online Abuse - NSPCC guidance
- Safeguarding Online Sporting Spaces - Loughborough University
💻Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport
S1 Ep18: Changes to Positions of Trust Legislation
Saison 1 · Épisode 18
mardi 6 septembre 2022 • Durée 35:29
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.
In this episode, we talk about:
🛑Please note:
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 can find links to organisations that can provide emotional support below.
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💬Featuring
Becky Groarke – Information Officer, CPSU
Jude Toasland – Senior Consultant, CPSU
Cate Meredith – Senior Consultant, NSPCC consultancy team
Shirley McGinley – Senior Consultant, NSPCC consultancy team
Fiona Becker – Senior Consultant, NSPCC consultancy team
📄Transcript
You can view the transcript of this podcast here and access links to further information on this topic.
🤝Helplines and support
📚More resources
💻Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport
In this episode, we talk about:
- what is the new leglislation and what does it mean for sport organisations?
- why did the law need to be extended?
- 'Close the Loophole'
- what changes should be implemented to safeguard children and young people in sport
- the importance of reviewing and updating sport organisation and club safeguarding policies
- how to update your safeguarding policies
🛑Please note:
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 can find links to organisations that can provide emotional support below.
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💬Featuring
Becky Groarke – Information Officer, CPSU
Jude Toasland – Senior Consultant, CPSU
Cate Meredith – Senior Consultant, NSPCC consultancy team
Shirley McGinley – Senior Consultant, NSPCC consultancy team
Fiona Becker – Senior Consultant, NSPCC consultancy team
📄Transcript
You can view the transcript of this podcast here and access links to further information on this topic.
🤝Helplines and support
-
NSPCC Helpline
- tel: 0808 800 5000
- email: help@nspcc.org.uk – helping adults to protect children
-
Childline
- tel: 0800 1111 – for children and young people aged 18 and under
- HAVOCA – Help for Adult Victims of Child Abuse
- NAPAC – The National Association for People Abused in Childhood
- One in Four – support in Ireland for adults who experienced childhood sexual abuse
- Rape Crisis – support in England and Wales
- Rape Crisis Help – support in Ireland
-
Stop It Now! Helpline
- tel: 0808 1000 900 – UK and Ireland
- Survivors UK – support for men
-
The Samaritans
- tel: 116 123 - a safe place to talk any time you like
📚More resources
- Abuse in positions of trust – CPSU guidance
- Positions of trust - FAQs about the changes – CPSU guidance
- Deal with a concern – CPSU guidance
- Protecting children in sport from grooming and sexual abuse – CPSU resource
- Safeguarding reporting procedures - CPSU flowcharts
- Sample codes of conduct – CPSU sample
- Sample safeguarding policy statement – CPSU sample
- Understanding sexual offending and the grooming process – CPSU webinar
- Report into child sexual abuse in sport – Truth Project Thematic Report
💻Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport
S1 Ep17: Creating Safer Cultures in Sport – Learning From Lived Experience
Saison 1 · Épisode 17
mardi 23 novembre 2021 • Durée 33:46
We focus on the importance of prioritising safeguarding at all levels, ensuring that club and organisations safeguarding policies are communicated to everyone as well as the importance of creating a culture of safety where children's voices are heard.
Paul also emphasises to need for robust safeguarding policies and procedures in sport and activity to ensure all children and young people have a safe and fun experience.
In this episode of the CPSU podcast, we cover:
Whilst it may not be easy to listen to, this episode includes important information to help all of us keep children safe in sport.
To look after yourself while you listen consider taking breaks, listening during a walk or before an activity you enjoy such as exercise or meeting a friend.
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💬Featuring
Paul Stephenson – CPSU Senior Consultant
Paul Stewart – former professional footballer
Paul Stewart is a former Premiership and International footballer who played for some of the biggest clubs in English Football, including Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspurs and Liverpool.
Paul has lived experience of childhood sexual abuse by his football coach. Paul’s story was featured in BBC1’s “Football's Darkest Secret”, where he discussed openly and honestly about the impact abuse has had on his life.
Since speaking about his experience, Paul now works to create safer spaces and cultures within sport for all children, young people, adults at risk and athletes. Paul works for the English Football League and Premier League to education and raise awareness with academy players, staff and volunteers
📄 Transcript:
Check out the transcript of this podcast and links to further information on this topic.
🤝Helplines and support
💻Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport
Paul also emphasises to need for robust safeguarding policies and procedures in sport and activity to ensure all children and young people have a safe and fun experience.
In this episode of the CPSU podcast, we cover:
- the wider impact of abuse
- what sports clubs can do to help build a safe environment
- the importance of safeguarding policies and procedures
- listening to young athletes and children
- how people with lived experience should be more involved with organisations and helping create safeguarding policies
- knowing who to report a concern to
Whilst it may not be easy to listen to, this episode includes important information to help all of us keep children safe in sport.
To look after yourself while you listen consider taking breaks, listening during a walk or before an activity you enjoy such as exercise or meeting a friend.
--
💬Featuring
Paul Stephenson – CPSU Senior Consultant
Paul Stewart – former professional footballer
Paul Stewart is a former Premiership and International footballer who played for some of the biggest clubs in English Football, including Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspurs and Liverpool.
Paul has lived experience of childhood sexual abuse by his football coach. Paul’s story was featured in BBC1’s “Football's Darkest Secret”, where he discussed openly and honestly about the impact abuse has had on his life.
Since speaking about his experience, Paul now works to create safer spaces and cultures within sport for all children, young people, adults at risk and athletes. Paul works for the English Football League and Premier League to education and raise awareness with academy players, staff and volunteers
📄 Transcript:
Check out the transcript of this podcast and links to further information on this topic.
🤝Helplines and support
-
NSPCC Helpline
- tel: 0808 800 5000
- email: help@nspcc.org.uk – helping adults to protect children
-
Childline
- tel: 0800 1111 – for children and young people aged 18 and under
- HAVOCA – Help for Adult Victims of Child Abuse
- NAPAC – The National Association for People Abused in Childhood
- One in Four – support in Ireland for adults who experienced childhood sexual abuse
- Rape Crisis – support in England and Wales
- Rape Crisis Help – support in Ireland
-
Stop It Now! Helpline
- tel: 0808 1000 900 – UK and Ireland
- Survivors UK – support for men
-
The Samaritans
- tel: 116 123 - a safe place to talk any time you like
- Engaging people with lived experience of childhood sexual abuse in sport – Our NSPCC CPSU resource to help understand and communicate with individuals who have lived experience
- Protecting children in sport from grooming and sexual abuse – A NSPCC CPSU resource
- Sample safeguarding policy statement – Our NSPCC CPSU sample policy statement for clubs and organisations to utilise
- Understanding sexual offending and the grooming process – A NSPCC CPSU recorded webinar
- Report into child sexual abuse in sport – Truth Project Thematic Report
💻Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport
S1 Ep16: Eating Disorders 5 - Creating Positive Cultures in Sport
Saison 1 · Épisode 16
vendredi 10 septembre 2021 • Durée 20:27
Join us for this compelling discussion on reshaping narratives and promoting holistic approaches to support athletes in their journey towards a balanced and positive relationship with food and body image.
Our final episode of this series talks about:
🛑Please note:
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 can find links to organisations that can provide emotional support below.
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💬Featuring
Carole Billington-Wood – CPSU Senior Consultant
Dr Carolyn Plateau - Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Loughborough University
The CPSU would like to thank Dr Carolyn Plateau, Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Loughborough University and former 800 metre international athlete. for being part of this journey into body image, weight and eating disorders in sport.
📄Transcript
You can view the transcript of this podcast here and access links to further information on this topic.
🤝Helplines and support:
Our final episode of this series talks about:
- how to promote healthy weight and eating practices in sport
- normalising conversations about healthy weight and nutrition
- getting a positive message across to parents about nutrition and wellbeing
- considering the type of language used within your sport club and organisation around food and body image
- how to embed safe practice around weight monitoring
- the importance of supportive relationships
🛑Please note:
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 can find links to organisations that can provide emotional support below.
--
💬Featuring
Carole Billington-Wood – CPSU Senior Consultant
Dr Carolyn Plateau - Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Loughborough University
The CPSU would like to thank Dr Carolyn Plateau, Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Loughborough University and former 800 metre international athlete. for being part of this journey into body image, weight and eating disorders in sport.
📄Transcript
You can view the transcript of this podcast here and access links to further information on this topic.
🤝Helplines and support:
-
NSPCC Helpline
- tel: 0808 800 5000
- email: help@nspcc.org.uk – helping adults to protect children
-
Childline
- tel: 0800 1111 – for children and young people aged 18 and under
-
Beat Helpline: 0808 801 0677
- Beat Studentline: 0808 801 0811
- Beat Youthline: 0808 801 0711
- Eating disorders and disordered eating in sport - CPSU webinar
- Balancing training with looking after your body - our online resource about how to look after a young person's psychical health
- Supporting young athletes mental health and wellbeing - how sports can help safeguard young athletes' mental health and wellbeing
S1 Ep15: Eating Disorders 4 – Weight-Making Sports and Activities
Saison 1 · Épisode 15
jeudi 9 septembre 2021 • Durée 20:01
Embark on a crucial exploration of weight-making sports in this podcast, where expert insights from Dr Carolyn Plateau, senior lecturer in psychology at Loughborough University, shed light on the challenges faced by young athletes.
Discover strategies to safeguard young athletes wellbeing within the realms of weigh-focused sports as we look at the delicate balance between athletic performance and the importance of nurturing a healthy relationship with body image and nutrition.
In this episode, Carole and Carolyn talk about:
🛑Please note:
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 can find links to organisations that can provide emotional support below.
--
💬Featuring
Carole Billington-Wood – CPSU Senior Consultant
Dr Carolyn Plateau - Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Loughborough University
The CPSU would like to thank Dr Carolyn Plateau, Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Loughborough University and former 800 metre international athlete. for being part of this journey into body image, weight and eating disorders in sport.
📄Transcript
You can view the transcript of this podcast here and access links to further information on this topic.
🤝Helplines and support:
💻Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport
Discover strategies to safeguard young athletes wellbeing within the realms of weigh-focused sports as we look at the delicate balance between athletic performance and the importance of nurturing a healthy relationship with body image and nutrition.
In this episode, Carole and Carolyn talk about:
- what is a weight-making sport?
- the challenges high performance athletes face in weight-making sports
- the culture of weight-making sports and extreme solutions
- who is responsible for supporting athletes and what safeguarding support should be put in place?
- how to ensure an athletes well-being is prioritised
- safeguarding considerations to think about
🛑Please note:
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 can find links to organisations that can provide emotional support below.
--
💬Featuring
Carole Billington-Wood – CPSU Senior Consultant
Dr Carolyn Plateau - Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Loughborough University
The CPSU would like to thank Dr Carolyn Plateau, Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Loughborough University and former 800 metre international athlete. for being part of this journey into body image, weight and eating disorders in sport.
📄Transcript
You can view the transcript of this podcast here and access links to further information on this topic.
🤝Helplines and support:
-
NSPCC Helpline
- tel: 0808 800 5000
- email: help@nspcc.org.uk – helping adults to protect children
-
Childline
- tel: 0800 1111 – for children and young people aged 18 and under
-
Beat Helpline: 0808 801 0677
- Beat Studentline: 0808 801 0811
- Beat Youthline: 0808 801 0711
- Eating disorders and disordered eating in sport - CPSU webinar
- Balancing training with looking after your body - our online resource about how to look after a young person's psychical health
- Supporting young athletes mental health and wellbeing - how sports can help safeguard young athletes' mental health and wellbeing
💻Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport
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