PCSOS TOOLKIT – Core Guidance Documents for Child Protection in Sports

The following documents have been developed within the PCSOS project to support National Sports Federations and Sports Clubs in building, implementing, and monitoring child protection systems. These resources are especially valuable for organizations preparing for the PCSOS Label application or seeking to establish safer, more inclusive environments for young athletes. Each document addresses a specific dimension of safeguarding and offers practical tools for effective application.

Guidelines for Sport Organizations to Apply PCSOS Action Theory

This document provides a clear roadmap for sports organizations to operationalize the PCSOS Action Theory. Through real-world case studies, it explains how to develop child protection policies, conduct risk assessments, deliver safeguarding training, and monitor program effectiveness. A key resource for aligning practice with theory in a structured way.
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Decision Support to Create a “Safe Environment in Sports” for Sports Organizations

This guide assists sports institutions in conducting comprehensive risk assessments to create safer environments for children. It includes strategies to identify physical, psychological, and social risks and offers practical recommendations for training, policy review, stakeholder engagement, and emergency response planning.
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Practical Monitoring Tools for Child Protection Programs

Focused on evaluating the effectiveness of child protection programs, this document presents structured monitoring systems, including surveys, health tracking, and parent involvement tools. It guides organizations in setting measurable goals, selecting metrics, and integrating continuous improvement mechanisms into safeguarding efforts.
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Potential Challenges and Recommendations in the Child Protection Program in Sports

This document explores common obstacles that sports organizations face when implementing safeguarding programs—ranging from resource constraints to cultural resistance—and provides actionable recommendations to overcome them. It promotes strategic thinking and offers examples of adaptation in diverse sports contexts.
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