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What is Safe Sport?

Recognizing, Reducing, & Responding to Misconduct and Abuse in Sport

We all have a role to play to ensure our members — especially our young ones — are safe.

The U.S. Center for SafeSport was created to address the issue of abuse in sport. The Center works with National Governing Bodies, including US Equestrian, to enforce the SafeSport Code and the Federal Safe Sport Act. The policies in both the Code and Federal Law are aimed at protecting athletes from harm and abuse and apply to all Olympic and amateur sporting disciplines.

US Equestrian Resources

SafeSport Training: Step-by-Step Instructions SafeSport FAQs 5 Things to Know About SafeSport Report Misconduct or Abuse Mental Health Resources

Additional Resources

U.S. Center for SafeSport Resources

U.S. Center for SafeSport U.S. Center for SafeSport Code Empowering Olympic, Paralympic, and Amateur Athletes Act of 2020 Call the 24-Hour Helpline Exploring the Response and Resolution Process

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A Message from USEF President
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Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies
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Why Safe Sport Exists
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What Safe Sport Means for Members
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How Does the Investigatory Process Work
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U.S. Center for SafeSport Response and Resolution Process

Safe Sport News

US Equestrian and Safe Sport: Who, What, and Why

by Natalie Voss | March 18, 2026

If you compete in US Equestrian-sanctioned events, you receive a prompt each year to complete a refresher of Safe Sport training – but do you know how this program came about, or what happens if someone violates one of the policies? First of all, it’s important to know that Safe Sport is a global initiative to promote an abuse and harassment free culture in sport, and is not limited to equestrian sports. In the mid-2010s, a number of USA Olympic sports faced crises as whistleblowers...

Mental Health Resources and Misconduct Reporting Reminders

by USEF Legal Department | February 6, 2023

US Equestrian would like to remind its members of the variety of resources available to assist if you, or someone you know, is in crisis or in need of support: RAINN’s 24-Hour Helpline Call (866) 200-0796 for 24/7 crisis interventions, referrals and emotional support. This confidential and secure helpline is operated by RAINN, the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. For more information on this helpline please visit www.safesporthelpline.org . 988 Suicide & Crisis...

Get Show-Ready with These Five Steps

by US Equestrian Communications | June 2, 2020

The best time to avoid last-minute headaches with your horse show entry is before you ever fill it out. With Photo: Sarah Bennett for Howard Schatzberg US Equestrian’s website, usef.org, it’s fast and easy to take care of pre-show business like renewing your US Equestrian membership and recording your horse for points, so you can focus on competing. Check these things off your list now and enjoy your show season! 1. Join or Renew Your US Equestrian Membership (and Take Required...
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