What is Safe Sport?
Safe Sport is an environment where individuals can have a healthy, supportive, and respectful sport experience, free from all forms of harassment and abuse.
The drop down menu pages include a list of comprehensive set of tools, templates, and resources designed to elevate Safe Sport practices, building on our vision of a more welcoming and safe volleyball community.
Safe Zone
Volleyball Manitoba is committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for everyone involved in volleyball across the province. To support this commitment, Volleyball Manitoba is proud to introduce SafeZone, a resource designed to assist participants, clubs, and district representatives in navigating concerns, conflicts, and the complaint process.
SafeZone provides a confidential, welcoming space where individuals can ask questions, share experiences, and receive guidance on issues such as harassment, bullying, abuse, or other forms of maltreatment. Whether you are an athlete, coach, parent, official, or club representative, SafeZone offers personalized support to help you understand your options and take confident steps forward.
For Participants
SafeZone is here to help you explore your options before deciding to file a formal complaint. We can assist you in navigating questions such as:
- What steps can I take to resolve a conflict before filing a formal complaint?
- What does the complaint process look like within my club or Volleyball Manitoba?
- How do I know whether my issue should be addressed by my club or escalated to Volleyball Manitoba?
If you are unsure about what to do next, you can reach out to SafeZone to share your concerns, explore options, and gain clarity without fear of judgment.
For Club Representatives
Club administrators play a critical role in Volleyball Manitoba’s safe sport system. SafeZone is available to provide support with:
- Understanding Volleyball Manitoba’s jurisdiction and determining when an issue should be addressed locally versus when it should be escalated.
- Navigating complex issues within the discipline process, including considerations before implementing decisions.
- Interpreting policies and procedures to ensure alignment with Volleyball Manitoba’s standards and expectations.
Our goal is to equip you with the confidence to manage situations effectively and escalate appropriately when needed.
What SafeZone Offers
- A confidential and non-judgmental space to share concerns and ask questions.
- Emotional support and an opportunity to talk through challenges you have experienced or witnessed.
- Guidance on available options and support in understanding possible next steps.
- Information on Volleyball Manitoba’s complaint processes, jurisdiction, and additional resources.
Reaching out to SafeZone does not mean you are filing a formal complaint.
All conversations remain confidential unless you choose to take further action.
Contact SafeZone
If you are facing a challenging situation, have questions about the complaint process, or need support in addressing an issue, SafeZone is here to help.
Email: safezone@itpsport.ca