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Join Sport Manitoba for a series of free webinars focused on creating safer and more inclusive sports environments. Hosted by Allison Forsyth, founder of Generation Safe and a recognized leader in safe sport education, these sessions cater to specific audiences and provide practical insights for fostering safety and respect in athletic settings.
Webinar Schedule
February 5, 2025: Teenage Athletes
Learn the foundations of safe sport, including appropriate athlete-to-athlete behavior, social media usage, establishing boundaries with coaches, and respecting officials.
February 19, 2025: Community Sport Coaches
Gain strategies for building a safe sport culture, hosting pre-season meetings, fostering positive communication with athletes, and understanding assertive versus abusive coaching methods.
March 5, 2025: Introduction à la sécurité dans le sport (en français)
Led by Olympian Geneviève Jeanson, this French-language webinar addresses minimizing risks, spotting unsafe practices, and improving sport culture.
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (All sessions)
Cost: Free (Registration required)
Note: Webinars will not be recorded.
About Allison Forsyth
As a two-time Olympian and eight-time National Champion in alpine skiing, Allison Forsyth combines her personal experience as a survivor of sexual abuse in sport with her expertise in safe sport education. Recognized as one of Canada’s “Top 25 Women of Influence” in 2023, Allison is committed to turning policies into actionable practices. She has collaborated with over 50 organizations and currently serves as Safe Sport Officer for Canada Soccer, driving systemic, trauma-informed improvements across all levels of sport.
Take part in these vital conversations to help transform the culture of sport in Canada!