Dear Editor: Misuse of safeguarding mechanisms can stain coach’s career

Dear Editor: Misuse of safeguarding mechanisms can stain coach’s career

“[…] As previously mentioned, the goal of Fifa’s safeguarding efforts is to create an environment that includes preventative measures, educational initiatives, and clear response protocols. “Unfortunately, when these policies are misused or weaponized by disgruntled individuals, they can have serious negative consequences. For example, false allegations made by individuals can exploit safeguarding mechanisms to make …

The coach was accused of verbal harassment. This decision was taken as a precautionary measure and in compliance with FIFA’s safeguard policies. EL SALVADOR.- The Salvadoran Football Federation’s (Fesfut) Regularization Commission announced the temporary separation of coach Eric Acuña from his position with women’s selections, as a precautionary measure and in compliance with FIFA’s safeguard policies. This decision follows the controversy betwe…