Exam Weight: Low–Medium

Child Safeguarding in Football

FIFA's child safeguarding framework, ethical recruitment principles, and the duties of those working in football.

Key Areas to Study

Core safeguarding principles — welfare of the child is paramount
Reporting safeguarding concerns — to whom and how
The role of safeguarding officers and focal points
Safeguarding risk assessments
FIFA Guardians programme and toolkit
Ethical recruitment — protecting minors in the transfer process
Everyone's responsibility to safeguard children

Study Tips

The key principle to remember is that the welfare of the child is always paramount. Know the reporting channels: safeguarding officers, national child protection authorities, and FIFA member association focal points. Understand that everyone in football — including agents — has a responsibility to safeguard children.

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