1. Copyright 2012 CFT PROT/1 Safe guarding children in Sport

2. Copyright 2012 CFT PROT/2 We will cover Introduction Principles of Children in Sport People involved Club Policy and Procedures Good Practice Next Step Summary

3. Copyright 2012 CFT PROT/3 Introduction The Irish Sports Council and the Sports Council for Northern Ireland published a joint Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Children's Sport in 2000. The Code has been adopted and implemented by governing bodies of sports, clubs, local sports partnerships and community/voluntary groups on an on-going basis since 2000. Children First National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children

4. Copyright 2012 CFT PROT/4 Principles of Children in Sport Sport provides an excellent opportunity for children to learn new skills, become more confident and maximise their own unique potential. Childrens sport should be conducted in an atmosphere of fair play. Childrens sport should be conducted in a safe, positive and encouraging atmosphere. Children should be valued and treated in an equitable and fair manner All adults involved in sport have a responsibility to be aware of child protection

5. Copyright 2012 CFT PROT/5 People involved Children Parents Instructors and leaders Club CFT

6. Copyright 2012 CFT PROT/6 Club Policy and Procedures Club Structure Instructors and Leaders Childrens Officer Education and Training Regulations and Procedures Disclosures and complaints

7. Copyright 2012 CFT PROT/7 Good Practice Guidelines for Instructors and Leaders Guidelines for Parents Guidelines for Children Supervision Safety Use of Social Media

8. Copyright 2012 CFT PROT/8 Next Steps Awareness Training Local Sports Partnerships Sports Development Officers www.sportni.net www.irishsportscouncil.ie

9. Copyright 2012 CFT PROT/9 Summary Protection of Children in Sport People involved Club Policy and Procedures Good Practice Going forward

10. Copyright 2012 CFT PROT/10 Questions?