Adult Safeguarding in Sport Service
Volunteer Now is funded by Sport NI to provide an Adult Safeguarding in Sport Service.
We help governing bodies to develop and review their adult safeguarding arrangements, to support their affiliated clubs and sporting organisations in this important area of work. We provide information, resources and training on best practice in adult safeguarding. We also provide an advisory service answering individual adult safeguarding queries from Sport NI, governing bodies, clubs and organisations in the sports sector and the general public.

What is Adult Safeguarding in Sport?
Adult safeguarding is based on fundamental human rights and on respecting the rights of adults as…
Adult Safeguarding in Sport Resources
What is a Duty of Care in Sport?
In sport, duty of care refers to the moral and legal obligation of individuals and organisations…
Key roles and responsibilities in adult safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone’s business!
Adult Abuse in Sport
Adults can experience harm from physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional or psychological abuse, financial abuse, institutional…
Adult Safeguarding Standards & Guidance for Sport
All sporting organisations involving adults should have a written Adult Safeguarding Policy supported by robust procedures…
What should I do if I have an Adult Safeguarding concern?
If you have an adult safeguarding concern about someone involved in sport, it’s important you check…