Online Abuse in Sport

Combatting online abuse in sports: Protecting the game

Join the crucial fight against online abuse in sports with this transformative course offered by Dublin City University.

On this three-week course, you’ll gain unparalleled insights into the mechanisms of online abuse, its profound impact on athletes, and the essential strategies to counteract this digital threat.

This online course equips sports administrators, coaches, athletes, and fans with the knowledge and tools needed to foster safe and respectful online environments.

Understand the spectrum of online abuse and craft responses to online hate

Start your journey by wholly understanding the various forms of online abuse facing athletes today, from Mbappe to Hamilton.

Delve into the psychological, social, and professional repercussions of internet trolling for athletes, staff, and fans alike. This segment lays the groundwork for recognising the critical signs of abuse and the urgent need for collective action.

From preventive measures to immediate responses, you’ll equip yourself and your sports community with practical tools and insights to make a real-world impact.

Critically assess legal responses

Navigate some of the legal complexities in combating online abuse. Explore the existing legal responses, how they can be applied and the challenges that exist.

Empower stakeholders and foster positive change

Lastly, you’ll finish the course by understanding stakeholder roles in fighting online abuse.

You’ll be equipped with the knowledge to develop and execute effective strategies to counter online abuse, leading the movement for a safer, inclusive online sports community.

This course is designed for sports personnel, educators, and advocates keen on combating online abuse in their sporting community.

It’s tailored for those aiming to understand, address, and prevent digital harassment, fostering a respectful and safe sports environment.

This course is designed for sports personnel, educators, and advocates keen on combating online abuse in their sporting community.

It’s tailored for those aiming to understand, address, and prevent digital harassment, fostering a respectful and safe sports environment.

• Understand what online abuse is and why it’s important to stop it.
• Analyse, assess and evaluate the definitions, types and triggers of online abuse.
• Understand the legal approaches and challenges associated with online abuse.
• Evaluate the ways in which online abuse can be combatted and the roles of key stakeholders.