We’re excited to share some fantastic news that’s all about making gymnastics a safer place for our young athletes! Recreational Gymnastics Australia (RGA) is partnering with Child Safeguard, an award-winning firm that helps organisations prevent harm to children and keep them safer. . This collaboration is set to enhance our commitment to creating a secure and nurturing environment for every participant.
Why This Partnership Matters
Child Safeguard provides expert advice, services and solutions in how to make organisations safer for children. They specialise in helping organisations like ours implement the National Child Safe Standards, minimise child safety risks and create child safe environments. With extensive experience across diverse child-related sectors, Child Safeguard brings a wealth of knowledge that will benefit our gymnastics community.
Organisations that deliver services and programs to children have a responsibility to prevent and minimise the risks of harm and abuse. This responsibility includes meeting all legal requirements related to health and safety, as well as ensuring that child safety risks are identified and effectively mitigated. By partnering with Child Safeguard, RGA is reinforcing our commitment to uphold these duties and protect our young athletes.
What You Can Expect
This partnership isn’t just a formal agreement; it’s about delivering real value to our members. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Free Webinars: We’re hosting two exclusive webinars which will provide key child safety information relevant to RGA member clubs and coaches. These sessions will provide essential insights into best practices and how to foster a safe environment for all young athletes.
- Child Safety eBook: Every RGA member will receive a complimentary eBook packed with key information, including about the regulation of the Child Safe Standards, child safety legal obligations, and strategies for creating a child-safe environment.
- Exclusive Discounts: As a bonus, RGA members will enjoy a 10% discount on Child Safeguard’s services, such as child safe audits, child safe policy development and child safe training programs.
Hear from Our Community
We’re already seeing the positive impact of this partnership in action! RGA member David Hannan from Kids in Motion shares his experience:
“Child Safeguard’s ability to actively listen and incorporate feedback has been instrumental in our collaboration.
Their open approach ensures that safety protocols are continually refined, aligning with the real-world needs of children, parents, and professionals in the sports and fitness industry.”
Looking Ahead
This partnership marks a significant step in our ongoing mission to prioritise child safety within the RGA community. We’re eager to see the benefits it brings to our community and how it helps us create a safer space for our young athletes to flourish.
Stay tuned for more updates, and don’t forget to join our upcoming webinar! Together, we can ensure that gymnastics remains a safe and joyful experience for everyone involved.
For more information about our partnership and resources, feel free to reach out or check out the Child Safeguard website. Let’s work together to build a brighter future for our children in gymnastics!
