Welcome to Clare GAA’s Safeguarding section, where you’ll find all the resources and information needed to help your club provide and maintain the safest possible environment for our children and young people to enjoy Gaelic Games and activities.

Clare GAA Child Safeguarding Statement 

Gaelic Games Child Safeguarding Policy

The GAA has introduced an updated online version of the Gaelic Games Child Safeguarding Policy, which replaces the previous Code of Behaviour (Underage). This policy, jointly agreed by the GAA, LGFA, Camogie Association, GAA Handball, and GAA Rounders, now serves as the official safeguarding standard across all Gaelic Games. It outlines essential good practice guidelines and is mandatory for everyone involved in working with underage players. We strongly encourage all players, coaches, parents, and club personnel to familiarise themselves with the content as soon as possible.

Document Section:
Section 1 Introduction
Section 2 Child Safeguarding Risk Assessment
Section 3 Maintain Good Practice & Behaviour
Section 4 Dealing With Breaches of the Code of Behaviour
Section 5 Recruitment & Selection
Section 6 Player Injury Funds and Insurance
Section 7 Club & Children’s Officer
Section 8 Designated Liaison Person
Section 9 Organising Club Activities
Section 11 Dealing with Allegations or Concerns of Abuse
Section 12 Tackling Bullying in your Club
Code of Behaviour Appendices

 

Contact Details

For further details on any Safeguarding matters, contact the Clare GAA Children’s Officer:

 Joan Crotty – childrensofficer.clare@gaa.ie