Increase in Reports of Violence in Sports: 96 Cases at Trust Center vera*

An increase to 96 cases was recorded, with most incidents (39 percent) occurring during training or training camps, or in overnight situations (22%).

Trust Center vera* Sports Recorded 96 Cases Last Year

Among the forms of violence, psychological/emotional violence and physical violence are almost equal at 40 and 37.5 percent, respectively. Sexualized violence accounted for 18.8 percent. President Rosa Diketmüller wants uniform guidelines. "Psychological violence in sports is deeply rooted and leaves long-term damage. The case numbers from our trust center confirm international studies: It is the most common form of abuse and often remains invisible."

Diketmüller calls for the expansion of protective measures and support services. "Our task at 100% Sport is to make this issue visible and to demand from politics and sports the willingness to establish uniform guidelines and procedures."

(APA/Red)

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