SAFEGUARDING

If a child is in urgent danger, call the Police on 999 or the NSPCC on 0808 800 5000

WGNBL prioritizes child safety and has adopted the Basketball England Safeguarding Policy. Therefore, adherence to this policy is mandatory at all times.

We understand that circumstances may change. While we have authorization to use images from previous seasons, please contact the league if an image is no longer suitable or requires removal from our website or social media platforms. Alternative the name of the player/child who should not be present if season still ongoing (Note: changing profile in HoopsHQ to private will also aid in privacy and players iinformation remaining hidden.

Additionally, please do not hesitate to contact the League's welfare officer for further assistance. Alternatively, utilize our reporting mechanism if you observe or suspect a child is in danger, or if you witness any event deemed inappropriate according to the league's Rules & Code of Conduct. Please be advised that WGNBL and any affiliated governing body may conduct an investigation where necessary.

Alternatively, dependent on situation please report immediately/direct to the relevant governing bodies using information below:

If you are 18 or under and need confidential advice or support, please contact Childline on 0800 1111

Report a matter directly to Basketball England... www.basketballengland.co.uk/integrity/report-it

Alternatively, find your local Council contact... Post Code search or Gov.uk for more information.

Additional online information:

·         Basketball England safeguarding information... www.basketballengland.co.uk/integrity/safeguarding
·         If you need a DBS check, refer to... Basketball England DBS checks
·         Ann Craft Trust | Safeguarding Disabled Children & Adults at Risk
·         NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU)
·         Advice & resources to help children and young people stay safe online | www.saferinternet.org.uk