What is the Sport Welfare Officer Network?
Good welfare practice matters to everyone and together we want to help create environments in sport and physical activity which are positive and safe for all children, young people and adults.
The Sport Welfare Officer Network supports Club Welfare Officers to
create safe, inclusive environments for children, young people and adults.
We work with National Governing Bodies to connect sports and promote
good welfare practice locally.
Our universal offer is:
Connect - We provide ways for you to connect with other club volunteers.
Offer support - We offer 1-2-1 bespoke support and can work with you to reflect on your club’s practices and create a safer and more inclusive culture.
Raise awareness - We can attend events to raise awareness about welfare with parents, carers and participants. We can support you to share campaigns and best practice in your club.
Enable - We can provide, or signpost you to training and
learning, to help you create a safer, more inclusive club.
The network is funded by Sport England through an investment of National Lottery money. Active Partnerships are working with National Governing Bodies, NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit, Ann Craft Trust, Sport England and other key safeguarding partners.
UK Coaching Safeguarding Training
We are now a UK Coaching Licenced partner and we are able to deliver UK Coaching Safeguarding Training. Click here to find out more about the opportunities offered by UK Coaching.
Want to find out more?
If you are interested in getting in touch, please contact our Sport Welfare Officer from the Humber.
Mary Smith (Sport Welfare Officer)
Tel: 07903357141
Email: msmith@activehumber.co.uk
For further information on the national programme please contact the Active Partnerships National Organisation.
Sport Welfare Network Facebook Group
We have a closed Facebook group for sports clubs, coaches, volunteers, and welfare officers in the Humber region to keep up to date with local opportunities and important information about sport welfare and safeguarding.
What you'll find here:
✅ Local events, workshops, and training on safeguarding and welfare
✅ Important updates on policies and good practice
✅ Support and guidance for clubs, coaches, and volunteers
We invite you to join the group to stay informed and engaged with the local community.