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Behind the Line Behind the Team Campaign<\/h2>

The FAW Behind the Line Behind the Team campaign aims to eradicate negative sideline behaviour from our football environments.<\/p>

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Calling Out: Sexual Harassment<\/h2>

This video aims to tackle the issue of online sexual harassment.<\/p>

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Yellow Arm Bands for Under 18 Match Officials<\/h2>

The arm bands are intended to reduce instances of disrespect towards referees who are under 18 by highlighting their age to players, coaches and spectators.<\/p>

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Sports Coaches now Recognised in Law as Being in a Position of Trust<\/h2>

Sports coaches and faith leaders are recognised in law as being in \u201cpositions of trust\u201d and so banned from engaging in sexual activity with under 18s in their care.<\/p>

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Our Commitment to Safeguarding Football<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We want everyone to have a fun, enjoyable and positive footballing experience, and safeguarding is vital to this. Learn more about our commitment to safeguarding in Welsh football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Safeguarding Officers<\/h2>
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Coaches<\/h2>
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Parents<\/h2>
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Referees<\/h2>
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Adults at Risk<\/h2>

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FAW Children’s Safeguarding Policy<\/h2>
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FAW Children’s Safeguarding Procedures <\/h2>
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Safeguarding Structure <\/h2>
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Small Sided Football Regulations <\/h2>
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Mentally Healthy Football Declaration <\/h2>
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FAW Welfare Regulations<\/h2>
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Respond. Record. Report<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is imperative that all complaints, concerns, and allegations are investigated thoroughly with the welfare of the child or vulnerable adult being the paramount consideration.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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