Safeguarding
Safeguarding does include measures taken to ensure that no-one comes to harm from the actions of someone in our club, but it is important to note that it is much more likely for someone in the club to be vulnerable because of the actions of others. Many of us are getting to the time in life where, statistically, we are more likely to be at risk. We can mitigate this by looking after each other and knowing what steps to take if we have concerns.
May's Safeguarding Feature
'Financial or Material Abuse'.
What is it?
Financial abuse is when someone improperly uses, controls, pressures or exploits another person's money, belongings or financial decisions for their own benefit.
Within a sports club, this can involve taking advantage of a person's trust, vulnerability, position or dependence.
Examples May Include:
- Pressuring someone to pay fees or expenses they do not understand or cannot afford
- Misusing club funds or someone else's money
- Taking money, bank details or belongings from a member
- Coercing someone into making purchases, donations or payments
- Exploiting an adult at risk financially through transport, coaching, competitions or social activities
- Fraud, scams or unauthorised use of accounts and/or fundraising money
- Manipulating someone into lending money or paying for others repeatedly
Concerns should always be taken seriously, recorded appropriately and reported in line with the club's safeguarding or disciplinary procedures. Talk to our safeguarding officer if you have concerns - or to another committee member if more appropriate
