www.sportgvp.eu Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them (Project Number: 101133538). create inclusive environments in sport (HeForShe, 2023). The coaches, trainers, and sport stars are not just people who excel at their sport, they are also powerful role models. They have a unique ability to shape the culture of their teams and even entire sports communities. They are responsible for creating a culture of respect, accountability, and safety within teams and organisations, for implementing zero-tolerance policies on GBV, harassment, and discrimination, as well as for providing safe reporting mechanisms and support for victims of GBV. A sport professional who calls out disrespectful behaviour, or an athlete who uses their platform to speak up for equality has an enormous impact on challenging old, harmful cultural norms and inspiring others to do better. Sports professionals, who commit to preventing GBV are doing more than just protecting the people around them. They are joining a bigger fight for fairness and respect that goes beyond the sport field. Preventing GBV in sports is a shared responsibility. Society must acknowledge the social, physical, psychological, and economic consequences of GBV that extend beyond individual survivors to impact the broader ecosystem of sport professionals and stakeholders. The European Union’s Gender Equality in Sport Strategy highlights the importance of including more women in leadership roles and decision-making positions to dismantle gender inequalities in sports (European Commission, 2020). This is the reason why every voice matters in creating sport environments where safety, respect, and inclusivity are the norm. Aim of The Toolkit This Toolkit represents an important resource for the prevention of GBV. Each section of this Toolkit provides guidance and actionable measures aimed at mitigating GBV within sport organisations and communities. UN Women has emphasised that education and proactive measures in sports are key to shifting attitudes and preventing violence (UN Women, 2020). This Toolkit integrates education, prevention, and response mechanisms to equip sport professionals and stakeholders to engage against GBV. It offers pre-prepared presentations, interactive lesson plans, peer education programmes, and mentorship strategies for a proactive dialogue. Through engaging non-formal education activities, real-life case studies, and role-playing scenarios, it enables sport professionals to develop the skills needed to identify, address, and ultimately prevent GBV. It provides self-assessment tools, reporting guidelines, and best practices for institutional policy development, ensuring that GBV prevention becomes an embedded practice rather than a reactive measure. Addressing GBV is not just an ethical imperative, it is a fundamental requirement for ensuring the sustainability of sport. By implementing the practices outlined in this Toolkit, stakeholders can drive meaningful change, safeguard athletes and sports professionals, and reinforce the role of sport as a vehicle for empowerment and social cohesion.
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