U.S. Center for SafeSport Launches Bullying Prevention Resources for Parents and Coaches — U.S. Center for SafeSport

Event summary

U.S. Center for SafeSport released resources and advice for parents and coaches during Bullying Prevention Month (October 2026).
Monica Rivera, Vice President for Education & Research, provided video clips and interview availability on bullying prevention.
SafeSport offered resources including a Bullying Prevention Handbook for Coaches and a discussion guide on bullying behavior.
The organization emphasized early intervention, accountability, and support to prevent bullying in sports.

The big picture

The U.S. Center for SafeSport's initiative comes amid growing awareness of abuse and misconduct in sports, particularly within the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement. The organization, established in response to high-profile abuse cases, aims to set safety policies and provide comprehensive education to prevent abuse. This latest effort underscores the ongoing need for proactive measures to ensure safer environments for young athletes.

What we're watching

Resource Adoption: How widely the provided resources will be adopted by parents and coaches in the sports community.
Prevention Impact: The effectiveness of SafeSport's early intervention strategies in reducing bullying incidents in sports.
Regulatory Influence: Whether SafeSport's initiatives will prompt further regulatory actions or policy changes in sports safety.