British Taekwondo’s Safeguarding Children Policy has been updated.

Everyone at British Taekwondo is dedicated to making our sports accessible, inclusive and safe for people of all ages and backgrounds. We recognise we must continuously strive to improve in order to foster a positive culture and deliver for the people who are the lifeblood of our sport.

All those who work or volunteer directly with children must ensure that:

  • Members are treated with dignity and respect;
  • Good practice is promoted, in order to reduce the possibility of abusive situations occurring;
  • They continually reflect upon their own coaching, supervisory style, philosophy and practices to ensure the safety and wellbeing of Members at all times, and encourage others to do the same;
  • They know and understand British Taekwondo’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures;
  • They always work appropriately and openly with children in the Organisation;
  • They are an excellent role model, which includes not smoking or drinking alcohol in the company of children;
  • They always put the wellbeing, health and safety of a Member before all other considerations, including the development of performance;
  • They build a balanced relationship based on mutual trust, which empowers Members, including children to share in the decision-making process; and
  • They refer and address safeguarding concerns appropriately.