SAFETY HUB
Concussion
Concussion
Learn MorePhysical Injury
Physical Injury
Learn MoreAbuse and maltreatment
Abuse and maltreatment
Learn MoreMental Health
Mental Health
Learn MoreReport a complaint
Report a complaint
Learn MorePositive sport experiences require participants to be safe and free from physical, emotional and mental harm. The devastating repercussions of bullying, harassment and abuse in sport have been well-documented. In our annual member surveys, members tell us that safety is a top priority:
- The mental, emotional and social well-being of players is listed by youth and adults in the top priorities for Volleyball BC.
- Ensuring safety standards was ranked as a priority for developing volleyball in British Columbia.
- Over 95% of respondents thought that coaches should be background checked and certified. Over 90% felt the same about referees.
Volleyball BC is committed to a sport environment free from abuse that is safe for all participants. Safe sport practices are the responsibility of everyone, including coaches, parents/guardians, athletes, referees, club administrators and volunteers.
This Safety Hub is designed to provide you with resources, tools, and support on 4 areas of safety:
- Concussion
- Physical Injury
- Abuse and Maltreatment
- Mental Health and Well-Being
- Reporting A Complaint
In March 2022, Volleyball BC’s Board adopted a Safe Sport Action Plan which set out an ambitious set of activities to embed safety throughout our sport. Many of the outcomes from this work can be found on this Safety Hub.
We welcome feedback – if you have a safety concern that you believe we should include or address, please email reporting@volleyballbc.org