Safeguarding Children Workshops
What are they? These are three hour workshops which aim to encourage a safer environment for everyone. You will be encouraged to discuss some of the most important Child Protection issues in football. The aim is to explore what appropriate and inappropriate behaviour looks sounds and feels like. Clear guidance is given on best practice in football and on what actions should be taken if there are worries about the welfare of a child or young person.
Why are they important? Football, like any activity with children and young people, can and does attract people who wish to abuse their power over children. Sometimes this is sexual and sometimes it is physical or emotional and may include bullying or racist abuse.
Some people will have been coached or trained or brought up to think that shouting and even hitting children is acceptable in football. This workshop confirms that bullying and abuse in any form is unacceptable and we all have a legal and moral responsibility to be aware of and look out for children in our care.
How do I get on one? Contact Bedfordshire FA, they have a range of courses running and can direct you to the nearest one. The cost, which includes delivery by an FA accredited Tutor, a comprehensive resource pack and a certificate of attendance, will be £20.