Creating Ripples of Change in Canadian Sport
We believe the smallest act of healing can have the greatest impact.
At Athletes Empowered, we know that the smallest steps of healing and courage are powerful. We help to foster safe, supportive community so that every victim-survivor of abuse in sport can help create a ripple effect that brings about a cascade of change to the sport system. Together, we are dedicated to supporting victim-survivors of abuse through their healing journeys and collectively working to transform sport into a space that is safe, inclusive, and nurturing for every single child, youth, and adult athlete.
The Latest from Athletes Empowered
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The Current
September 8, 2025
In the wake of the release of the Future of Sport in Canada Commission’s preliminary report, Managing Director, Amelia Cline, joins Matt Galloway to discuss how to fix Canada’s “broken” sport system
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Keep Me Safe
In collaboration with the Sarnia-Lambton Children’s Aid Society, AE has developed the Keep Me Safe Program, designed to empower every adult who supports a child athlete to recognize the signs of abuse or maltreatment and to respond and report it appropriately. Whether you’re a parent, coach, doctor, psychologist, teacher, or loved one, this program will help you keep the kids in your life safe in sport.
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Free Workshop Series
Join us this fall as Laura Collins, former elite gymnast & diver turned psychotherapist, educator, and advocate for athlete well-being, leads a 4-part workshop series. These sessions are all about sparking honest converations and building healther, more supportive sports cultures - for athletes, families, and evryone who cares for them.
Find support.
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If you, or someone you know, has experienced abuse in sport, our team can support your healing journey by providing resources and information in a one-on-one conversation. Click here to learn more about booking a Peer Support call. Click here to learn more about booking a Peer Support call.
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Athletes Empowered partners with REES (Respect, Educate, Empower Survivors) - a secure online platform that allows individuals to safely document incidents of sexual harassment, misconduct, discrimination, bullying, or assault, and choose how and when to share that information. Learn more and share your story here.
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Join our online community to connect with other survivors and supporters, and learn more about how you can actively participate in the pursuit for change. Click here for more.
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If you are interested to learn more about the Keep Me Safe Program and how to bring it to an organization close to you, please click here to learn more or email us at:
keepmesafe@athletesempowered.ca
Our core pillars.
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Our advocacy extends to the highest levels of sport and government, and together we rally decisionmakers to hold enablers and perpetrators accountable for their actions.
Through policy reform and systemic change, we work to eradicate the culture of impunity in Canadian sport.
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We offer safe and confidential one-on-one calls, case support, and group peer support programs to help victim-survivors find healing and to make informed choices about their experiences.
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We believe empowerment means consent, choice, and control over your story and experiences. Together, we help victim-survivors choose the path to healing that is right for them.
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Athletes Empowered is an independent not-for-profit and volunteer-led organization. We are not affiliated with any sport club, organization, or government entity. We rely 100% on the generous support of donors fund resources, support and programs.
If you would like to join our relentless pursuit for change, please reach out to learn more about how you can get involved.
Raising awareness. Amplifying survivor stories.
Our public advocacy work is a key part of what we do. Whether it’s providing keynote addresses, speaking with media, or working with politicians and leaders to drive legislative change, we work to ensure that the voices of victim-survivors are represented in the important conversations. Check out our latest news and events below!
Together, We Are Empowering Athletes to Create Change.
Join our community of survivors and supporters transforming the future of sport.