Safeguarding in Esports – Webinar

Overview

Safeguarding in Esports is tailored for safeguarding professionals and parents seeking a deeper understanding of this gaming landscape and its associated risks. Esports encompasses online environments, mentoring, and competition, each presenting unique challenges in the realm of safeguarding. It may come as a surprise that there is currently no centralised public authority overseeing child protection in esports.

During this live webinar, we will draw parallels with safeguarding initiatives in traditional sports as well as exploring the role of gambling in esports. As esports continues to grow, it’s essential to prioritise safeguarding, drawing upon the lessons of traditional sports, and ensure a safe environment for the next generation of gamers who have grown up in the digital age.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the unique challenges of safeguarding in esports.
  • Explore parallels with traditional sports safeguarding.
  • Address the role of gambling in esports.
  • Learn strategies for prioritising safeguarding in gaming.

Event Details

  • Date: Wednesday 12th June 2024
  • Time: 15:30
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Platform: Microsoft Teams

  • Price: £42

Please Note: If you are booking this training on behalf of someone else, please contact us on 02890 232 060 to inform us of the name of the attendee. Failure to do so may result in them not being admitted to the session.