If you are concerned about a young player within SWF, or the conduct of one of our Officials, you can contact our Child Wellbeing Team by email, reach out to Kelly Anderson, our Wellbeing and Protection Manager or submit your concern online.
Useful Contacts
Childline
Childline offers free, confidential advice and support to a child or young person, who can talk about anything that is causing them to worry – 0800 1111. You can also find out more on their website.
Parentline Scotland
Parentline Scotland provides advice for parents and carers whether in a crisis situation, or simply need a little support on day to day matters – 08000 28 22 33 or visit their website.
Police Scotland
Police Scotland should be contacted if you have an immediate concern for the safety or wellbeing of a child or young person on 101 or in the case of an emergency, call 999.
NSPCC
NSPCC can be contacted if you are worried about a child or unsure what to do – 0808 800 5000 or find out more on their website.
The Scottish Football Association (SFA)
The Scottish Football Association (SFA) wants to make football a safe and inclusive environment for all involved with football, and seeks to ensure that any child involved in the game has a positive experience. The Wellbeing and Protection Team at the SFA can be contacted by email childrenswellbeing@scottishfa.co.uk or by calling 0141 616 6133.
LGBTQ+ Support
Bereavement Support
For bereavement support, Cruse Bereavement Care.
Breathing Space
For help with anxiety, depression, or low moods, Breathing Space is a free confidential service for people in Scotland, 0800 83 85 87.
