Safeguarding West Wales FA
WWFA Safeguarding Officer
Catherine Richards
Contact Details:
wwfasafeguarding@outlook.com
Safeguarding Officers: It is compulsory for all Area Associations, Leagues, and Junior football clubs to have a registered safeguarding officer. If you are registering as a safeguarding officer, we would like to thank you for taking on the role and for your commitment to safeguarding children and adults at risk in Welsh football.
Please click on the link below for the Football Association of Wales & the West Wales FA Safeguarding Policy’s:
wwfasafeguarding@outlook.com
Free FAW Safeguarding Level 2 Course – Open to all WWFA affiliated Clubs
The FAW Safeguarding Level 2 Course will be delivered in person and free of charge for WWFA‑affiliated club members.
Taking place on Thursday 10th September 2026, this is an excellent opportunity to access up‑to‑date, comprehensive safeguarding training designed to strengthen confidence, processes, and best practice across football in West Wales. Places are on a first come first served basis and booking is necessary via:
https://www.ticketsource.com/booking/t-ldxzmda
Course Type: In‑Person Cost: Free of Charge
Venue: Swansea.com Stadium
Date: Thursday 10th September, 18:30 – 21:30 (registration from 18:15)
Delivered by: The FAW in partnership with the West Wales FA (WWFA)
Eligibility:
All attendees must have a valid DBS certificate in order to receive the qualification.
Attendance Requirement:
Delegates must attend the full three hours to receive certification. On completion, the qualification will be added to each participant’s COMET account. No physical certificate is issued.
Participants will learn to:
Understand safeguarding roles and responsibilities within Welsh football
Identify poor practice and recognise signs and forms of abuse
Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns or disclosures
Identify agencies and organisations that can offer support
Apply best‑practice guidance when working with children and vulnerable adults
Implement effective safeguarding measures within football environments
How to adopt a trauma informed approach
Understand the voice of the child
Booking:
Attendance is strictly by advance booking to ensure capacity is managed appropriately.
If you have any questions ahead of the event, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with Cathrine Richards, WWFA Safeguarding Lead on WWFASafeguarding@outlook.com
Cathrine Richards
West Wales Football Association (WWFA) Area Safeguarding Lead