Assessment

This interactive quiz reviews key concepts from the Safeguarding and External Communication module. Choose one answer per question, then click Submit answers to check your results. Correct answers will appear below each question. You can Reset quiz anytime to try again.

1. What does safeguarding mean in sport and mentoring?

Having strict rules to control participants Protecting people from harm and promoting dignity and wellbeing Reporting issues only after harm happens

2. Which of the following is NOT a good safeguarding practice?

Using public, accessible meeting spaces Asking for consent before sharing photos Ignoring signs of discomfort because it may be personal

3. Safeguarding risks can include...

Emotional, relational and digital risks Only physical risks during sports Only financial risks

4. What is the main purpose of safeguarding protocols?

To protect the organisation from complaints To ensure everyone knows how to act and who to contact when concerns arise To create more paperwork for mentors

5. What does “informed consent” mean?

The participant smiled in a photo The participant clearly understands what will be shared, how and where, and agrees voluntarily The organisation already has a general consent form

6. What’s the best way to describe women in communication materials?

As victims who need help As active and capable individuals rebuilding their lives As people struggling with poverty

7. If a participant withdraws consent after publication, what should you do?

Ignore it since consent was already given Wait for management approval before taking action Remove the content immediately and inform the safeguarding lead

8. What’s a good practice when posting group photos online?

Post freely since it’s a group Blur faces or obtain clear consent from everyone visible Tag participants to show appreciation

9. What principle should guide external communication?

“If in doubt, leave it out.” “Share everything to promote transparency.” “Assume consent if not stated otherwise.”

10. What does safeguarding in communication primarily aim to protect?

The organisation’s reputation The participant’s privacy, dignity and wellbeing The social media statistics

Reflection Note

Which question made you think the most? What will you apply in your future mentoring or communication work?