Message from Philip Browne, IRFU CEO
Young people are the lifeblood of any sport and Irish Rugby is no different to other sports in this regard. We want to welcome young people into our clubs and schools so that they can enjoy our great game.
It goes without saying that parents are entitled to know that their children are involved and playing rugby in an environment that respects young peoples’ saftey, health, welfare and dignity. It is our responsibility both at Union, Branch, Club and Schools levels to ensure that this is the case and I commend this document which outlines the IRFU Child Welfare Policy and I thank those who have worked hard to provide such clear guidelines for us all to follow.
Declaration of Intent
Every rugby club is required to act in accordance with the regulations and guidelines in this document and a sign a Declaration of Intent to that effect. All age grade volunteers (coaches / managers / referees and / or any team assistants) to receive a copy of the Child Welfare document and after reading the document sign the Declaration of Intent page and hand it to the Club Child Welfare Officer for record keeping in the club.
All age grade volunteers (coaches/managers/referees and/or any team assistants) working in Northern Ireland or in clubs affiliated to the IRFU Ulster Branch must adhere to the requirements as specified by the IRFU Ulster Branch and Sport NI (Information & requirements available from the IRFU Ulster Branch). It is important to note that clubs are responsible for the recruitment and screening of volunteers & therefore must have suitable policies in place…………….. see more at :- http://www.irishrugby.ie/agegrades/childwelfare/index.php
