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Protecting people. Changing lives. Inspiring change.
Paul Stewart is a former professional footballer, safeguarding advocate, consultant and keynote speaker. A survivor using lived experience to make safeguarding the forefront for the next generation.
15+
Years of trusted safeguarding expertise
100%
Expert guidance whenever members need it
UK-wide
Support for safeguarding professionals nationwide
Paul's role
Lived experience at the heart of the mission.
Paul Stewart is a survivor of abuse in football who has become one of the UK’s most respected safeguarding advocates. Through Safeguarding Union, he helps shape a national body that puts the wellbeing of safeguarding professionals and those they protect at its centre.
His involvement ensures the Union’s work is grounded in real-world understanding of trauma, accountability and the practical support professionals need to act with confidence.
Wembley Stadium – Paul receiving the Sir Bobby Charlton Award from FA
What it offers
Practical support for demanding roles.
Legal protection
Access to expert legal advice with Thompsons across employment law, investigations and disciplinary matters.
Specialist guidance
Direct safeguarding case advice, supervision and best-practice support from experienced professionals.
Training & resources
CPD training through Safeguarding Today plus templates, checklists and tools to strengthen daily practice.
Professional community
A nationwide network for sharing ideas, good practice and peer support — open to members and non-members.
Membership
Why join Safeguarding Union?
Membership gives safeguarding professionals the protection, guidance and practical tools they need to work with confidence and uphold the highest standards of practice.
- Legal advice for investigations and disciplinary matters
- Expert guidance for case decisions and best practice
- Practical tools that strengthen daily safeguarding work
- Annual conference, awards and recognition programme
Wembley Stadium — receiving the EFL Contribution to League Football Award, 2024.
A stronger community for safeguarding professionals.
Safeguarding Union brings together individuals, organisations and partners who believe that protecting people is a shared responsibility. Join the network shaping safer practice across the UK.
WORK WITH PAUL
Ready to strengthen safeguarding in your organisation?
Whether you represent a football club, governing body, school, college or business — Paul works with organisations of every size to build safer cultures for the people in your care.
Former professional footballer, safeguarding advocate and keynote speaker helping football and sport build safer environments for the next generation.
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CONTACT
- paul@safeguardingunion.org.uk
For clubs, governing bodies, schools and organisations seeking safeguarding expertise.
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