The FA, Premier League, EFL and WSL Football stand with all survivors of non-recent child sexual abuse in football, and acknowledge the profound and enduring impact it has on the individuals and their loved ones
Today The FA launched Voices of Truth, an acknowledgement of survivors’ courageous disclosures, how these were a landmark moment in English football, and undoubtedly a powerful catalyst for change.
The responsibility for then delivering that change across all levels of the game laid firmly with the football authorities. Through the collective efforts of Clubs, Leagues, The FA and County FAs, we have made significant progress over the past decade. We have deepened the provision of education and training, and strengthened how Clubs, academies and County FAs are audited and assessed. Reporting pathways are now more effective, and there is clearer oversight and accountability across the game.
The annual Play Safe campaign continues to shine a light on the robust preventative measures now in place, highlighting the importance of children and young people’s voices as part of this work and reinforcing that safeguarding is a collective responsibility.
Importantly, we also know that this work is never finished; it requires ongoing vigilance, steadfast commitment and bold leadership.
We will never waver in our commitment to putting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people at the very heart of our work, while continuing to ensure that support remains accessible to all those affected by abuse.
Information about confidential support services can be found through our Voices of Truth digital platform here.
Any current safeguarding concern about a child or adult at risk should be reported without delay through the appropriate safeguarding reporting channels, or directly to the police in an emergency.
The responsibility for then delivering that change across all levels of the game laid firmly with the football authorities. Through the collective efforts of Clubs, Leagues, The FA and County FAs, we have made significant progress over the past decade. We have deepened the provision of education and training, and strengthened how Clubs, academies and County FAs are audited and assessed. Reporting pathways are now more effective, and there is clearer oversight and accountability across the game.
The annual Play Safe campaign continues to shine a light on the robust preventative measures now in place, highlighting the importance of children and young people’s voices as part of this work and reinforcing that safeguarding is a collective responsibility.
Importantly, we also know that this work is never finished; it requires ongoing vigilance, steadfast commitment and bold leadership.
We will never waver in our commitment to putting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people at the very heart of our work, while continuing to ensure that support remains accessible to all those affected by abuse.
Information about confidential support services can be found through our Voices of Truth digital platform here.
Any current safeguarding concern about a child or adult at risk should be reported without delay through the appropriate safeguarding reporting channels, or directly to the police in an emergency.