Safeguarding & Welfare
Keeping football safe
SAFEGUARDING IS EVERYONE'S RESPONSIBILITY
At the Amateur FA, safeguarding is our number one priority and we are committed to ensuring children, young people and adults at risk are able to play football in a safe, fun and positive environment. We are on hand to offer safeguarding advice and support to our hundreds of volunteers across the grassroots game.
Our Designated Safeguarding Officer, Dyahanne Sappleton, is available to contact should you have any safeguarding queries or need support.
Get in Touch
Visit our HELPDESK to find answers to our frequently answered questions.
If your query cannot be answered, please submit a ticket.
You can also visit the FA Grassroots Technology Forum for help with FA IT systems.
Safeguarding At Amateur FA
We offer a range of safeguarding services and training to help create a safe and enjoyable football experience for everyone.
Safeguarding in Open Age Football
Find out more about the requirements for safeguarding within open age football.
FA DBS CHECKS
Find out more information about FA DBS Checks.
Social media guidance
In today's world, safeguarding children and young people applies as much online as it does face-to-face. Find out more.
FA Safeguarding Policies and Procedures
Click here for a complete guide to safeguarding at The FA and best practice.
Youth Zone
Take a look at the space created for the Amateur FA youth
Safeguarding 365 Assessment - Final Report
Download the final report of the Amateur FA safeguarding assessment for season 21-22.
Complete a Safeguarding Course
Find out what safeguarding courses are available for you to complete and develop your knowledge
AFA Safe Award
Find out more information about our safeguarding award for clubs.
Amateur FA Safeguarding Booklet
Download our safeguarding booklet for a full guide to safeguarding
Safeguarding and Reporting Concerns
Find out more about reporting any safeguarding concerns.