Common Goal Safeguarding
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
As a signatory to the International Safeguards for Children in Sport, Common Goal is committed to upholding the highest standards to protect children, young people, and vulnerable adults in football-related activities.
Safeguarding at Common Goal goes beyond child protection - it includes addressing sexual harassment, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and ensuring fair and respectful environments across our entire Community, including our own staff and operations.
How We Safeguard
We uphold safeguarding across the Common Goal Community and within our own organisation through clear standards, consistent processes, and accessible reporting pathways.
Our approach is grounded in:
- The Common Goal Community Pledge, which all member organisations commit to
- Our Staff Code of Conduct, which sets expectations for behaviour within Common Goal
- Our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, which provide a shared framework for prevention, response, and accountability
To ensure that concerns can be raised safely and confidentially, we offer multiple reporting channels - including a dedicated reporting form on this website. This allows anyone to report safeguarding concerns or violations involving either Common Goal staff or representatives of community organisations.
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Report a Safeguarding Concern
If you’ve experienced or witnessed a safeguarding concern, misconduct, or a breach of our Code of Conduct, you can report it confidentially. This includes:
- Child or youth safeguarding concerns
- Sexual harassment or abuse
- DEI violations
- Workplace misconduct
- Incidents involving either Common Goal staff or Community Member Organisations
Who Can Report?
- Participants in Community programmes
- Staff, volunteers, and leadership of member or partner organisations
- Common Goal staff, contractors, and volunteers
- External collaborators or observers
You may upload supporting documents (max 7MB). Larger files? Use WeTransfer and include the link in your submission.
Need help?
Contact: safeguarding@common-goal.org
Link to Reporting Form
Safeguarding Reporting Form
Together for a Safer Game
Safeguarding is a shared responsibility. By embedding strong standards, open reporting, and clear follow-up mechanisms, we work together to create a safer, more inclusive football environment—both on and off the pitch.