A ‘bystander’ is anyone who observes any situation. We all observe thousands of incidents daily but usually do not acknowledge the situation as needing our response.

An 'active bystander' is someone who acknowledges a problematic situation and chooses how to respond. A 'passive bystander' is someone who believes in doing the right thing but does not call out those in the wrong.

Being an 'active bystander' often takes a lot of courage, but the most important part is that it always takes action. When no one acts, people who behave problematically - who make up the minority – make assumptions that there is a consensus on problematic behaviour being the agreed normal discourse. So, there is a responsibility on those in the majority, with healthy, positive behaviour to call out negative actions and behaviours to stop them becoming viewed as acceptable.

The RFU are invested in delivering Active Bystander Training to all those in the rugby community, from the professional game through to grassroots, and including their staff, volunteer and leadership teams. The session is delivered face to face and lasts for 90 minutes.
We hope that you take the opportunity to support and attend this relevant course being presented by the RFU.

Everyone welcome. Coaches, Parents, Committee and all Volunteers.