Safe Sport
WDSF is committed to creating a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for everyone involved in DanceSport.
Everyone has the right to participate free from harassment, abuse, neglect, discrimination, bullying and other forms of harm. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility across WDSF, National Member Bodies, event organisers, officials, coaches, athletes and entourage members.
Use this form to report a concern about something that happened to you or someone else.
Education and Resources
Find practical guidance on recognising concerns, safer behaviour and how to get help.
Who is protected?
WDSF safeguarding applies to people involved in WDSF events, activities and DanceSport disciplines, including:
- athletes of all ages;
- coaches and entourage members;
- judges, officials and event personnel;
- volunteers and organisers;
- National Member Body representatives;
- WDSF staff, elected representatives and appointed persons.
What can a safeguarding concern involve?
A safeguarding concern may involve:
- psychological harm, humiliation or bullying;
- physical harm or unsafe training practices;
- sexual harassment or abuse;
- neglect or failure to provide appropriate care;
- grooming, favouritism or abuse of authority;
- discrimination, hazing or online harm.
You do not need to be certain that a policy violation has occurred before raising a concern.
Need urgent help?
If someone is in immediate danger or requires urgent medical or police assistance, contact the local emergency services or relevant national authority.
Submitting a report to WDSF does not replace contacting emergency services or statutory authorities where urgent action is required.
WDSF safeguarding contact
The WDSF safeguarding contact receives concerns, considers immediate safety and jurisdiction, and refers matters through the appropriate WDSF, national or external pathway.
Safeguarding Officer: Dr. Isabelle Tay
Email: [email protected]
Report online: Report a Concern
Reports will be handled as confidentially as reasonably possible. Information may need to be shared where necessary to protect someone, comply with legal obligations or manage the concern appropriately.
Published on 14 December 2023 (last update on 2 August 2026)