Policies And Procedures
WHAT is a safeguarding policy?
A safeguarding policy is a best practice framework for your organisation to:
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guide and set expectations for interactions between all participants
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provide clarity on responsibilities for Persons In Authority or in positions of trust
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set procedures for reporting and responding to incidents

WHY this is important?
Having a safeguarding policy reflects an organisation's commitment to:
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fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment
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protecting the core values of sport
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good governance by having robust and reliable systems and processes in place