Member Protection Information Officers (MPIO)

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Member Protection Information Officers play an important role in sport.

What is a Member Protection Information Officer?

They provide information and guidance on complaints procedures - they are the 'go to' person if you want to discuss problems at your club/association.

Overview of the Safeguarding Children and Young People Framework

Rugby league administrators, officials, members and volunteers often have a high level of interaction with Children and Young People. As such, they play a major part in providing a safe and positive environment for them to participate. Coaches, in particular, work closely with Children and Young People, and have important responsibilities for ensuring their safety and welfare.

The NRL have developed the Safeguarding Children and Young People Framework for those who participate in the game of rugby league.

If you have any issues you would like to report to the NRL please contact us.

Additional resources

National Office for Child Safety

Child safe check-ups/seminars (NSW Childrens Guardian)

Play by the Rules online child protection course

Pre-employment screening: Working with Children Checks and Police Checks

Finding Help and Support

If someone is in immediate danger of harm or if the matter is an emergency dial 000

Police non emergency 131 444

Child Protection Helpline 132 111

24-hour telephone assistance is available through:

Lifeline - 13 11 14
1800 Respect - 1800 737 732
MensLine Australia - 1300 789 978

Sports Integrity Australia

A Member Protection Information Officer (MPIO) provides information about the rights, responsibilities and options available to an individual making a complaint in sport.

For further information about the role of an MPIO please refer to Sports Integrity Australia and Play By The Rules. Additionally the National Office for Child Safety includes resources and information.

To contact your MPIO, refer to the following list of State-based representatives.