Preventing CTE in Sport With Head Safe Football - Safeguarding Matters
In this episode of Safeguarding Matters, Jodi Evans talks to Lou Crawford, Brain Health Educator at Head Safe Football. Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive, degenerative brain disease caused by repetitive head impacts. In a sport setting, repeatedly heading a ball can eventually lead to CTE. The symptoms can appear gradually, over the course of years. Plus, they can stay the same for years before getting worse.Jodi and Lou discuss the risks of repetitive head impact in sport, and how footballers are particularly at risk. They also talk about how cultural changes can help prevent head injuries in sport. Communication can play a big role here. For example, footballers will tell everyone if they hurt their hamstring. But they may not tell anyone if they have a headache, which can be an early symptom of CTE.You can learn more about CTE on the Head Safe Football site.
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Safeguarding in Faith - Safeguarding Matters
Ann Craft Trust Safeguarding Adults Manager Laura Thorpe talks to Madison Clarke about her Faithful Safeguarding podcast.Madison hosts the Faithful Safeguarding Podcast with Petros, a not-for-profit offering resilience training and support.The podcast has explored a number of topics, including the safer recruitment, the importance of proper boundaries, and proactive safeguarding in diverse sectors.In this podcast, Madison and Laura discuss how safeguarding works in a spiritual setting. They also explore the factors that can contribute to a safer culture in a faith organisation.
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Kyniska Advocacy - How Working in Partnership Can Help Prevent Abuse in Sport - Safeguarding Matters
Ann Craft Trust Safeguarding Adults in Sport for Wales Manager Jodi Evans talks to Mhairi Maclennan – Co founder and CEO of Kyniska Advocacy.Kyniska Advocacy work with UK sporting communities to influence change in welfare and wellbeing policies for women in sport.Jodi and Mhairi discuss the work of Kyniska Advocacy, and how working in partnership can help prevent abuse in sport. Among other things, they cover what we mean when we talk about "participant voice", and explore how sport organisations can effectively listen and respond to their participants to create a safer and more inclusive environment for all.
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Our Dementia Choir and The Healing Power of Music - Safeguarding Matters
Laura Thorpe, Safeguarding Adults Manager at The Ann Craft Trust, talks to Daniela Smith and Jessica Johnson from Our Dementia Choir.Our Dementia Choir uses music to bring happiness, connection, and comfort to people affected by dementia. The choir performs throughout the country and offers support and resources to raise awareness and funds.Laura, Daniela, and Jessica discuss the work of the choir, the importance of person-centred support, and the amazing power of music to bring people together. They also offer some tips on how listeners can use music to transform their own worlds.
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Rhys Thomas - Finding Purpose and Perspective With The Former International Rugby Player - Safeguarding Matters
Jodi Evans talks to former International Rugby Player Rhys Thomas about his life journey and the lessons he has learnt along the way.In the early 2000s, Rhys had a thriving international sports career as a capped Welsh rugby player. But in 2012, aged just 29, he suffered a massive heart attack during training, which would change his life forever. Rhys is now on a mission to share his unique life experiences to create positive change. He strives to help others reach their full potential through greater self-awareness, perspective and choice.
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