Education Webinars - Online Safety in Sport

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Tue 27 Oct 2026 19:30 - Wed 18 Nov 2026 13:30
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Free online safety webinars and resources from the eSafety Commissioner, helping sporting communities address online abuse, cyberbullying and digital safety issues. Suitable for athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, parents and sporting administrators.

All webinars are free, accessible online and delivered by subject matter experts via Microsoft Teams. 

Date and time Title and registration link
12 November 2026, 12:30pm (AEDT)

Online safety 101 for community sport clubs

Poor conduct and abuse can occur in-person at sport. It can also happen online. This free 45-minute webinar is designed for community sport clubs to create a safer online environment. It will provide tips, guidance and advice on:
  • types of online harm in sport
  • how to deal with online harm
  • creating a safe online environment at your club
  • common online issues
  • resources to help clubs
18 November 2026, 12:30pm (AEDT)

Social media self-defence in sport

Being online is part of sporting life. For athletes, coaches and officials it's a great way to communicate, connect and develop your profile and reputation. However, a public profile in sport can increase the risk of online abuse. This free 45-minute presentation will provide guidance on:
  • types of online abuse
  • the impacts of online abuse
  • setting up personal social media accounts with safety in mind
  • proactive actions to reduce online harm as well as de-escalation strategies
  • how to report abuse
  • support services and free resources.
27 October 2026, 7:00pm (AEDT)

The digital sidelines: Cyberbullying and online hate in young people’s sport

Digital spaces are part of young people’s sport, but just as harmful behaviour can occur in-person on the field, it can also happen online. This free 45-minute webinar will support sport leaders, coaches and managers to encourage positive online conduct, and protect young people.The session will cover:
  • Types of cyberbullying and online hate
  • Insight into emerging trends, including the role of AI
  • Practical strategies and resources for preventing harm, responding to incidents, and supporting young people.

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