Within our club, there is a confidentiality advisor to ensure a safe environment is maintained.

This involves not only ensuring safety during activities but also creating an environment where all members feel comfortable and preventing undesirable situations such as bullying, abuse of power, intimidation, aggression, sexual harassment, and sexual abuse. The role of the confidentiality advisor is to assist the board in promoting a safe sports environment and to serve as the first point of contact for all club members in case of unwanted incidents.

If a situation arises where someone feels uncomfortable and wants to talk about it, they can get in touch via phone, email, or directly at the club. The confidentiality advisor will listen and discuss with the individual, all the possible ways to proceed. Sometimes, just sharing the experience can be a relief, but other steps may also need to be considered. The confidentiality advisor can assist with a referral if necessary.

Since the board needs to be aware of what is happening within the association, a report of the conversation will be prepared for the board. If necessary, this report can be made without names, unless the safety of multiple people is at risk. In the latter case, names will need to be included in the report.