
Child Safety

Every person in the netball community has a responsibility to understand their role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our care.
Mornington Peninsula Netball Association in line with Netball Victoria is committed to promoting and protecting the rights of children and preventing abuse from occurring by fostering a culture where children feel safe and empowered.
We also seek to ensure the cultural safety of First Nations children, children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and children with a disability.
Everyone is encouraged to speak up if they have a child safety problem or concern. Young people can make a report, this is not just for adults.
Our commitment
MPNA is committed to child safety. We:
✔︎ Have formally adopted the Netball Victoria Child Protection Commitment Statement
✔︎ Are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who access any netball activities, programs, events or services
✔︎ Have zero tolerance for child abuse
✔︎ Have systems in place to protect children
✔︎ Encourage every person to speak up and have a voice.
MPNA supports and complies with Netball Australia and Netball Victoria Child Safety policies and procedures.
Netball Australia Safeguarding Children and
Young People Policy

Participant & Parent/Carer Resources
Please familiarise yourself with the following important information.
Child Safety Standards - What Should I expect as a Teen involved in Netball?
Child Safeguarding - E-safety guide for Teens
Child Safety - a guide for Teens
Child Safe Standards - a guide for Parents/Guardians/Carers
Coach & Umpire Resources
Please familiarise yourself with the following important information.
Child Safe Standards - a guide for Coaches & Umpires
Child Safety - a guide for physical contact when working with children
