Safe Sport News Letter
November has some important dates to remember. Be prepared to provide educational opportunities about these important holidays.
November 14-20: Child Safety Week
November 19: Word Day for the Prevention of Child Abuse
Below are some tips and resources you can use to provide an educational opportunity within your club or LSC:
- Make sure everyone has the U.S. Center for SafeSport's updated reporting number. It is 1-833-5US-SAFE (587-7233).
- Review the new Guide to Child Physical Abuse.
- Start working on the Safe Sport Club Recognition program with your club.
- Bring continued attention to the mandatory Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy by having conversations about the program, utilizing example consent forms and confirming your club is using the updated MAAPP 2.0 policy.
- Confirm all athletes 18 years old and above have taken the Athlete Protection Training so they can participate in all USA Swimming sanctioned meets this year.
- Download Activity Books for 5-11 year olds or 12-18 year olds to complete. Encourage athletes, parents and coaches to attend the SSRP trainings before the end of the year.
- Request a USA Swimming Safe Sport Speaker to talk to your club or LSC.
