Designed to initiate dialogue and foster engagement, the comprehensive programme featured a diverse array of topics, ranging from recognising signs of abuse and understanding children's rights to implementing effective safeguarding policies in organisations and fostering safe environments for children.

The seminar also proved to be an ideal platform for the participants to showcase the efforts of their respective organisations in order to raise awareness on safeguarding among stakeholders, which included initiatives such as the integration of safeguarding into coaching license courses, plans to develop digital safeguarding tools, and the delivery of large-scale national workshops.

Moreover, with the seminar taking place on the sidelines of the CAFA U-17 Championship 2025, a practical session was organised at the Do’stlik Stadium, which allowed the participants to explore safeguarding protocols within a competition setting, thereby enhancing their understanding of risk management during tournaments.

 

The seminar concluded with the presentation of certificates by CAFA General Secretary Mr. Ulugbek Karimov, who encouraged participants to continue nurturing a culture of safeguarding within their communities.

 

With the two-day programme bringing together representatives from across Central Asia, the seminar reinforced the region’s collective commitment to creating safer football environments, while also reaffirming the AFC’s dedication to protecting the rights of all children and ensuring the game is played in a positive, inclusive, and secure setting for children and young people across all levels of the game.