IOC member Kim Bui recently addressed the @EUCouncil on the importance of mental health in sport, highlighting the ongoing need for meaningful change for both athletes and coaches.
Watch the full address 👀 https://t.co/DWB3Pn62cd
The Japan Rugby Football Union ban head coach Eddie Jones for 4 games - he had violated their ethics & disciplinary regulations during a Japan U 23 tour in April. “These measures relate to incidences of verbal abuse directed at local match officials” https://t.co/qVvSt21WGo
Nearly one in five Australian children has experienced online abuse from someone connected to their sport
the most common sources of online abuse were teammates & competitors -not strangers - with private messages & group chats the most frequent channels https://t.co/J0n73krXYw
Safeguarding in sport has focused heavily on children but adult athlete welfare is now under real scrutiny.
Guidance isn’t the issue.
Clarity, accountability and consistent handling are. https://t.co/NFLsksaSwP
@AndrewW93733842 I understand the concern and it should be taken seriously.
There is a lot of focus on concussion now, with protocols and education in place.
The challenge is what’s happening on the pitch.
Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about the IOC Policy on the Protection of the Female (Women’s) Category in Olympic Sport and Guiding Considerations for International Federations and Sports Governing Bodies.
FAQs: https://t.co/TuOIxoJn8A
🚨 VIDEO NEWS RELEASE
International Olympic Committee announces new Policy on the Protection of the Female (Women’s) Category in Olympic Sport.
📹 : https://t.co/7kAGqrtpl8
IOC statement on athletes’ safe passage🌏
In a world shaken by conflict, division and tragedy, with lives being lost and tragedies experienced by so many, now more than ever, the IOC stands firm in its belief that sport must remain a beacon of hope👇
🔗https://t.co/9jxrYaEHwF
"I actually lost my home."
Maggie Oliver (@MaggieOliverUK) worried she would lose her job, her income and even her freedom when she investigated the grooming gangs cover up.
"It was actually a terrifying realisation that I might go to prison."
Over 2,600 trials won’t be heard until 2028. Some as far as 2030 - including rape cases. That means victims waiting four or five years for justice.
This is not sustainable. As Claire Waxman says, it’s inhumane. https://t.co/WQGJpuXmdz
Tech firms will have to take down abusive images within 48 hrs- #AI#Deepfakes
Government clear that tackling intimate image abuse should be treated with the same severity the same as child sexual abuse material and terrorist content https://t.co/sx2zPHCd9O
Its Ask for Angela's 10th birthday today, I wont say congratulations as in an equal and just society we wouldn't need such a campaign, however! we do, so please do click on the link below to access excellent resources and share them across your networks
https://t.co/tirsZEkwAD
Competitive school sport may reduce adolescent self-harm by increasing belonging, not just fitness or performance.
Loneliness was less responsive, reminding us that sport must sit alongside family, school &mental-health support to be effective.
https://t.co/y5DFNZFnwa
A Women’s Sport Collective survey (n=260) highlights women’s experiences in UK elite sport.
88% reported sexual misconduct and 87% sexual harassment.
Findings that merit wider awareness…
https://t.co/wkbZKoYPN2
As someone who grew up with domestic violence, including directed at me, I was glad when this recognition came in agencies began sharing more information with each other. I hope we can do more to ensure children are seen in this. Even if not hit, it is horrendous to live with.
“Children who are affected by domestic abuse are not being consistently recognised as victims despite this being set out in law, according to a new joint report by Ofsted, the CQC, HMICFRS, and HMIP” https://t.co/4Mv6fylAdT
Data from @IWFhotline -AI-generated child sexual abuse material have more than doubled in the past year, rising from 199 in 2024 to 426 in 2025
New law to tackle AI child abuse images at source - https://t.co/QNlCIetrpQ https://t.co/cfGZ9fFZfZ