As the State Rugby Organization for Iowa, the Iowa Youth Rugby Association is a part of USA Rugby, and will adhere to and promote USA Rugby's SafeSport Policies and Procedures.

According to USA Rugby, "The safety of its members is of paramount importance to USA Rugby. USA Rugby has ZERO tolerance for abuse and misconduct. This includes not only on-pitch safety, but also off-pitch safety in any part of USA Rugby's programs. USA Rugby is committed to creating safe and fun environments for its members."

The Safesport Program Handbook includes the various policies adopted by USA Rugby that apply to:

• All USA Rugby staff, interns and contractors
• Certified coaches and officials
• USA Rugby Board members
• USA Rugby operational and governance committee members
• Registered members of USA Rugby
• USA Rugby training and education certification workforce
• Contracted medical personnel at USA Rugby sanctioned events
• Contracted medical personnel relating to USA Rugby national teams
• Volunteers acting on behalf of the USA Rugby at USA Rugby sanctioned events
• Volunteers acting on behalf of USA Rugby in conjunction with national teams
• Other individuals that USA Rugby formally approves or appoints on an ad hoc or interim basis to a position of authority over or who has frequent contact with minor athletes 

For Information on the USA Rugby Safe Sport Reporting, Training, Handbook, and more please visit: http://usarugbysafesport.com/

https://uscenterforsafesport.org/parent-and-guardian-handbook/

Sport provides kids of all ages and abilities with countless positive experiences and opportunities. Those experiences should come free of emotional, physical, or sexual abuse and misconduct. As parents and guardians, you’re in a unique position to help create safer environments for all athletes.

Candid discussions about these issues can be difficult, but we’re here to help with information about how to prevent, recognize, and respond to abuse.