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Creating safer environments

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Checking and training staff and volunteers

In Aotearoa New Zealand we rely on the goodwill of many people in sport and recreation activities. There are thousands of staff, volunteers and whānau supporting clubs and organisations across the country. Without their hard work and support, many activities and events would not run. Find out how to check and train them safely.

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Coaching and instructing for safe and positive experiences

Find out how to weave in child safeguarding practices when working with tamariki and rangatahi.

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Safer changing room

Children and young people may be more at risk in changing rooms. Find advice on keeping children and young people safer in changing rooms.

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Taking and sharing images

It’s natural to want to take photos of friends and family at a sports match, an event or during recreation activities. But taking and sharing digital photos and videos of children and young people comes with safeguarding risks.

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Safer online communication

Using social and digital media can be a great way for parents, caregivers, and children and young people taking part in an activity to communicate with one another.  Find out how to keep everyone safer online.

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