Transportation Policy (Chinese)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Transportation Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Electronic Communications Policy (Chinese)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Electronic Communications Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Meeting and Training Sessions Policy (Chinese)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Meeting and Training Sessions Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
One-on-One Interactions Policy (Chinese)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the One-on-One Interactions Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
2022 MAAPP Need to Know: For Parents (Chinese)
2022 MAAPP At-A-Glance (Chinese)
An eight-page primer summarizing essential attributes of MAAPP scope and application, as well as important definitions.
2022 MAAPP Manual (Chinese)
Providing detailed information on MAAPP standards, how participants and organizations should implement these policies, sample scenarios, and best practices for appropriate operations and interactions.
Personal Care Assistant Consent Form (Chinese)
These model consent forms allow parents or guardians to formally authorize exceptions to MAAPP requirements (based on exceptions related to personal care assistants), to help organizations administer that consent as required by the MAAPP.
One-on-One Interactions Policy (French)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the One-on-One Interactions Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Electronic Communications Policy (French)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Electronic Communications Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Transportation Policy (French)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Transportation Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Meeting and Training Sessions Policy (French)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Meeting and Training Sessions Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
2022 MAAPP Recap: What You Need To Know
This one-page document introduces our podcast series for adult athletes, coaches, administrators, and parents. Get practical tips for implementing MAAPP policies.
2022 MAAPP Need to Know: For Parents (French)
This one-page document summarizes essential information about the MAAPP as it applies to parents of athletes affiliated with the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement.
2022 MAAPP At-A-Glance (French)
An eight-page primer summarizing essential attributes of MAAPP scope and application, as well as important definitions.
2022 MAAPP Manual (French)
Providing detailed information on MAAPP standards, how participants and organizations should implement these policies, sample scenarios, and best practices for appropriate operations and interactions.
Electronic Communications Policy (Spanish)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Electronic Communications Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Transportation Policy (Spanish)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Transportation Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
One-on-One Interactions Policy (Spanish)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the One-on-One Interactions Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Minor Athlete General Consent Form (Spanish)
This series of model consent forms for sport administrators allows parents and guardians to authorize certain sport-related activities involving their minor athlete, to help organizations administer that consent as required by the MAAPP.
Minor Athlete Dual Relationship Consent Form (Spanish)
These model consent forms allow parents or guardians to authorize Dual Relationships exceptions (defined in the MAAPP) to certain sport-related activities involving their minor athlete, to help organizations administer consent as required by the MAAPP.
Lodging Policy (Spanish)
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Lodging Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
2022 MAAPP Manual (Spanish)
Providing detailed information on MAAPP standards, how participants and organizations should implement these policies, sample scenarios, and best practices for appropriate operations and interactions.
Do I Need to Follow the U.S. Center for SafeSport’s Education & Training Policy? (Spanish)
This one-sheet flowchart outlines four key questions to help you determine whether the Education & Training Policy in the MAAPP applies to you.
MAAPP Series Conclusion 2021
The concluding episode of this yearlong series reinforces the importance of these policies and summarizes topics and learnings from prior series episodes.
MAAPP FAQs
Common policy questions are answered, including nuances of the “observable and interruptible” standard, and guidance on electronic communications and locker rooms.
Parents, Administrators, and the MAAPP
Parent and coach Kelly Moon discusses her experiences with sport and how MAAPP principles guide proactive safety measures she takes with her team.
Communicating MAAPP Requirements as a Parent
Parent Tammy Foster-Johnson shares her views on parent-coach and team-athlete communications styles to support safe and appropriate interactions.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Wrestling
The full policy text applicable for USA Wrestling, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: National Wheelchair Basketball Association
The full policy text applicable for the National Wheelchair Basketball Association, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Water Ski & Wake Sports
The full policy text applicable for USA Water Ski & Wake Sports, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Water Polo
The full policy text applicable for USA Water Polo, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Volleyball
The full policy text applicable for USA Volleyball, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Figure Skating
The full policy text applicable for USA Figure Skating, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Hockey
The full policy text applicable for USA Hockey, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Basketball
The full policy text applicable for USA Basketball, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Luge
The full policy text applicable for USA Luge, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Golf
The full policy text applicable for USA Golf, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Field Hockey
The full policy text applicable for USA Field Hockey, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Baseball
The full policy text applicable for USA Baseball, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: US Bowling Congress
The full policy text applicable for the US Bowling Congress, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: US Bobsled & Skeleton
The full policy text applicable for US Bobsled & Skeleton, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: US Biathlon Association
The full policy text applicable for the US Biathlon Association, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: American Canoe Association
The full policy text applicable for the American Canoe Association, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Badminton
The full policy text applicable for USA Badminton, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: Karate
The full policy text applicable for the USA National Karate-Do Federation, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: Fencing
The full policy text applicable for USA Fencing, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: Boxing
The full policy text applicable for USA Boxing, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: Cycling
The full policy text applicable for USA Cycling, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: Curling
The full policy text applicable for USA Curling, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: Diving
The full policy text applicable for USA Diving, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: Gymnastics
The full policy text applicable for USA Gymnastics, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.The full policy text applicable for USA Gymnastics, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required […]
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Triathlon
The full policy text applicable for USA Triathlon, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Track & Field
The full policy text applicable for USA Track & Field, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: U.S. Tennis Association
The full policy text applicable for the U.S. Tennis Association, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Team Handball
The full policy text applicable for USA Team Handball, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Taekwondo
The full policy text applicable for USA Taekwondo, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Table Tennis
The full policy text applicable for USA Table Tennis, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: US Equestrian Federation
The full policy text applicable for the U.S. Equestrian Federation, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Artistic Swimming
The full policy text applicable for USA Artistic Swimming, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Archery
The full policy text applicable for USA Archery, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Swimming
The full policy text applicable for USA Swimming, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: US Squash
The full policy text applicable for US Squash, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: US Speedskating
The full policy text applicable for US Speedskating, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Softball
The full policy text applicable for USA Softball, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: U.S. Soccer
The full policy text applicable for the U.S. Soccer Federations, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: US Ski & Snowboard
The full policy text applicable for the US Ski & Snowboard Association, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Shooting
The full policy text applicable for USA Shooting, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: US Sailing
The full policy text applicable for US Sailing, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Rugby
The full policy text applicable for USA Rugby, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: US Rowing
The full policy text applicable for USRowing, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Roller Sports
The full policy text applicable for USA Roller Sports, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies: USA Racquetball
The full policy text applicable for USA Racquetball, for which the model MAAPP sets a minimum basis of required standards. This document may include added standards specific to the sport and approved by the Center and NGB.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 6: Summary (Spanish)
This one-minute animated video on the MAAPP summarizes learnings from five previous episodes that detail various aspects of these policies.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 5: Locker Rooms and Athletic Training (Spanish)
This 90-second animated video introduces MAAPP requirements related to locker rooms and athletic training, and is the fifth in a series of six episodes detailing various aspects of these policies.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 4: Transportation and Lodging (Spanish)
This one-minute animated video introduces MAAPP requirements related to sport-related transportation and lodging. It is the fourth in a series of six episodes detailing various aspects of these policies.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 3: Electronic Communications (Spanish)
This 90-second animated video introduces MAAPP requirements related to electronic communications as well as the Open and Transparent standard. It is the third in a series of six episodes detailing various aspects of these policies.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 2: In-Program Contact; One-on-One Policy (Spanish)
This two-minute animated video introduces key definitions related to the MAAPP, including In-Program Contact and the Observable and Interruptible requirement, and is the second in a series of six episodes detailing various aspects of these policies.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 1: Why the MAAPP is Important (Spanish)
This two-minute animated video introduces the purpose of the MAAPP and is the first in a series of six episodes detailing various aspects of these policies.
How NGBs are Implementing the MAAPP
In this podcast, representatives from three U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement national governing bodies discuss how they are implementing revised guidance in the 2022 MAAPP throughout their organization.
Why the MAAPP?
This podcast details the development and rationale for the 2022 MAAPP, and how they help prevent abuse and misconduct related to young athletes in sport settings.
2022 MAAPP
This podcast introduces the 2022 MAAPP and summarizes important changes to this version relative to the original 2019 MAAPP version.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 6: Summary
This one-minute animated video on the MAAPP summarizes learnings from five previous episodes that detail various aspects of these policies.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 5: Locker Rooms and Athletic Training
This 90-second animated video introduces MAAPP requirements related to locker rooms and athletic training, and is the fifth in a series of six episodes detailing various aspects of these policies.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 4: Transportation and Lodging
This one-minute animated video introduces MAAPP requirements related to sport-related transportation and lodging. It is the fourth in a series of six episodes detailing various aspects of these policies.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 3: Electronic Communications
This 90-second animated video introduces MAAPP requirements related to electronic communications as well as the Open and Transparent standard. It is the third in a series of six episodes detailing various aspects of these policies.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 2: In-Program Contact; One-on-One Policy
This two-minute animated video introduces key definitions related to the MAAPP, including In-Program Contact and the Observable and Interruptible requirement, and is the second in a series of six episodes detailing various aspects of these policies.
The RoadMAAPP Episode 1: Why the MAAPP is Important
This two-minute animated video introduces the purpose of the MAAPP and is the first in a series of six episodes detailing various aspects of these policies.
2022 MAAPP Need to Know: For Parents
This one-page document summarizes essential information about the MAAPP as it applies to parents of athletes affiliated with the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement.
Transportation Policy
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Transportation Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Meeting and Training Sessions Policy
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Meeting and Training Sessions Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Athletic Training Modalities, Massages, and Rubdowns Policy
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Athletic Training Modalities, Massages, and Rubdowns Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Lodging Policy
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Lodging Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
Electronic Communications Policy
This one-sheet document outlines the application, requirements, and exceptions to the Electronic Communications Policy in the MAAPP, including answers to common questions.
2022 MAAPP At-A-Glance
An eight-page primer summarizing essential attributes of MAAPP scope and application, as well as important definitions.
2022 MAAPP Manual
Providing detailed information on MAAPP standards, how participants and organizations should implement these policies, sample scenarios, and best practices for appropriate operations and interactions.
2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies
The full model text of the Center’s education, training, and prevention policies binding U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement organizations and relevant individuals, effective January 1, 2022. These minimum standards may be bolstered by others adopted by national governing bodies in sport-specific, center-approved MAAPP policies.