IFAF Integrity
Safeguarding and Welfare
Harassment and abuse present a significant risk to a player’s physical and mental health, participation and performance.
IFAF is committed to ensuring that football provides a harassment-free environment and has developed procedures and educational resources in line with international best practice.
IFAF strongly recommends that all involved in football, including athletes, parents, coaches, medical personnel and sport officials, are informed about how to keep football safe for all and know how to report cases of harassment and abuse.
IFAF has worked with the Ann Craft Trust in developing its Safeguarding Policy and Toolkit.
Reporting a concern
IFAF offers secure reporting procedures for victims through the email address: safeguarding@americanfootball.sport
IFAF is committed to ensuring that football provides a harassment-free environment and has developed procedures and educational resources in line with international best practice.
IFAF strongly recommends that all involved in football, including athletes, parents, coaches, medical personnel and sport officials, are informed about how to keep football safe for all and know how to report cases of harassment and abuse.
IFAF has worked with the Ann Craft Trust in developing its Safeguarding Policy and Toolkit.
Reporting a concern
IFAF offers secure reporting procedures for victims through the email address: safeguarding@americanfootball.sport
IFAF Integrity
External Resources
A range of international organisations and initiatives provide further guidance and materials to support the safeguarding of athletes and young people in sport. These resources offer recognised frameworks, policies, and educational tools that complement the safeguarding principles promoted by the IFAF.
