Everyone has a role to play in safeguarding, but what does good safeguarding look like and how do we play our part? In this episode, we’re joined by Ellie and Mark - two grassroots coaches and representatives of the FA Survivor Support and Safeguarding Advisory Group - to discuss safeguarding and why it’s so important.

Ellie and Mark tell us how and why the advisory group was formed and their role within it. They give us an overview of what exactly safeguarding is and the roles that everyone involved in the game have in ensuring players are safe.

We get actionable insights into how to create a good, safe culture within teams and clubs. Ellie and Mark offer advice on what to do if you witness a safeguarding concern and the signs to look out for before an incident occurs.

Ellie and Mark share with us their lived experiences of what bad safeguarding can lead to. They speak about the positive progress that has been made since then and the progress that still needs to be made.

Covered in this episode:

• What is safeguarding in football?

• Who is required to get involved in upholding good safeguarding practices?

• What should you do if you witness a safeguarding concern?

• What does good communication look like from a safeguarding standpoint?

• What do good and bad cultures look like in clubs and teams?

• Real examples of what bad safeguarding can lead to.

• What has improved over the years in safeguarding in football, and how can things be improved?

• How to learn more about safeguarding.