Safeguarding Information at WightO
Everyone has a shared responsibility for safeguarding and creating safe, enjoyable environments in Orienteering whether as an orienteer, parent, coach, club official or spectator. Here, you will find out all you need to know about safeguarding and how to report a concern.
At Wight Orienteers, we want all our of club members and participants to feel as though they can practice the sport in a safe environment. That is why we believe that everyone should operate within an accepted ethical framework and demonstrate exemplary behaviour to both safeguard children, adults at risk and protect all personnel from allegations of abuse or poor practice.
Reporting a Safeguarding or Safety Concern
When to talk to someone
It’s important to report concerns about safeguarding, whether they occur within orienteering, or outside of the sport. If it involves our members or participants, we need to know about it. You should also report any concerns you have about adult behaviour related to the welfare of children or adults at risk, including those not directly involved in the sport.
how to report a concern
Please report any potential matters relating to safeguarding children or adults to safeguarding@britishorienteering.org.uk
Alternatively you can call the British Orienteering Lead Safeguarding Officer, Jeanette Downing on 07891 091662.