USA Swimming is committed to fostering a fun, healthy, and safe environment for all its members, and in 2010, it formally implemented a comprehensive Safe Sport program to respond to and prevent instances of abuse and misconduct within the sport of swimming. Since then USA Swimming Safe Sport has worked tirelessly to educate members, put policies in place, and empower LSCs and clubs to create the best possible environments for all members.

Full implementation of the Safe Sport Program involves six key components:

Policies and Guidelines

Screening and Selection

Training and Education

Monitoring and Supervision

Recognizing, Responding, and Reporting

Grassroots Engagement and Feedback

MNSI & USAS Safe Sport Contacts

MNSI Safe Sport Committee Chair: Anne Knapp

USAS Associate Counsel & Director of Safe Sport: Abigail Howard

USAS Safe Sport Senior Manager: Liz Hahn

USAS Safe Sport Coordinator: Tiffany Midkiff

USAS Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel: Lucinda McRoberts

Administrative Assistant & Background Check Coordinator: Trish Hughes

As a parent, should you ever have concerns about the safety of your child, bring it to the attention of your child's coach and club representative. If this is uncomfortable for you, please contact the Minnesota Swimming Safe Sport Committee Chair: Anne Knapp

USA Swimming Safe Sport Online Store