EXTERNAL Athletes & Abuse

Presented by BraveBe

Youth sports can be an incredible time for learning the value of teamwork, personal work ethic, drive, and sportsmanship. However, positive experience can be overshadowed by adults in power abusing youth. SafeSport estimates that 40-50% of youth will experience some type of abuse in their athletic career. Education is one to combat the prevalence in youth sports.

Objectives:

• Understand the various types of abuse that can occur in youth sports.
• Identify common barriers to reporting abuse in athletic settings and discuss ways to overcome these obstacles.
• Recognize the signs and patters of grooming behaviors that can lead to abuse.
• Examine the dynamics of relationships in sports environments.
• Learn about mandatory reporting laws and the responsibilities of coaches and others in identifying and reporting abuse.
• Explore strategies for prevention and response to abuse, emphasizing proactive measures.
• Develop skills for managing high-risk situations.