Safeguarding

A priority for Activity Alliance is to ensure that everyone can take part in opportunities that are inclusive, safe, enjoyable and protective. We promote the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk and their rights to be protected from harm.

Girl enjoying riding a horse. Credit RDA.

It is also important to note a safe environment. It is one where the possibility of abuse is openly acknowledged; employees and volunteers are vetted and trained. Also, those who report concerns are confident that these will be treated seriously and confidentially.

If you have a query or concern around a safeguarding issue, please contact Jannine Walker, our Lead Safeguarding Officer on 0161 200 5445.

As part of our commitment, Activity Alliance developed policies, procedures and guidelines to provide additional information detailing support. It also discusses expectations for those involved, what they should do if they have a safeguarding concern and how any concerns will be managed. This is in line with Government expectations, the Law, Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB) Local Safeguarding Adults Board (LSAB) requirements.

The guidance is set out in the following sections.

We are continually looking to improve our procedures and make our documents as user-friendly as possible. If you have any comments, please contact the Activity Alliance events team.

As one of the pillars of safe sport, Activity Alliance, support the Melanoma Fund Sunguarding Sport campaign at all our events. Staff have completed the online course and worked with the Melanoma Fund to put in practice policies and procedures to ensure the sun safety of participants, volunteers and staff. If you are a club, coach or participant you can find out about the Outdoor Kids Safety Code and how you can support this and get accredited.

Safeguarding

Section 1: Policies

Section 2: Promoting good practice

Section 3: Recognising and responding to a concern and reporting procedures