SafeSport CEO Fitzgerald Mosley Outlines Strategic Shift After 100-Day Review

Event summary

  • Benita Fitzgerald Mosley, CEO of U.S. Center for SafeSport, completed her first 100 days in role on May 12, 2026.
  • Key initiatives include a nationwide listening tour, internal cultural audit, and two international symposia on athlete safeguarding.
  • Strategic plan for 2026-2028 to be released on June 23, 2026, coinciding with World Olympic and Paralympic Day.
  • Engagement with Washington officials to discuss expanding the Center's programs and setting higher safeguarding standards.

The big picture

The U.S. Center for SafeSport, established in response to mid-2010s abuse scandals, is undergoing a strategic reset under new leadership. Fitzgerald Mosley's focus on stakeholder feedback and international collaboration reflects growing demands for higher safeguarding standards in Olympic and Paralympic sports. The Center's independence, reinforced by recent legislation, positions it as a key player in reshaping athlete safety policies nationwide.

What we're watching

Strategic Execution
Whether the Center can effectively implement its new strategic plan while maintaining stakeholder trust.
Regulatory Influence
The pace at which the Center's expanded programs gain traction with National Governing Bodies and policymakers.
Global Collaboration
How the international symposia will impact cross-border safeguarding standards ahead of LA28.