Gaelic Games Digisafe Toolkit

The Digisafe programme is a groundbreaking digital wellbeing initiative aimed to help young Gaelic Games players feel safe, respected, and valued in their online interactions.

The DigiSafe Toolkit, co-designed with the Gaelic Games community, introduces the concept of being “digisafe” – empowering young people to enjoy digital wellbeing while they thrive and flourish online.

In today’s connected world, young athletes spend significant time online and on social media platforms. Just as player safety and wellbeing are paramount on the field, the DigiSafe initiative recognises that young people deserve to feel well, safe, respected, and valued in digital spaces.

 

The Toolkit has been developed with two central components:

For Players: An online DigiSafe Module that teaches digital wellness, risk awareness, and the development of healthy digital habits. Available HERE

For Clubs: A DigiSafe Club Code, created by young people themselves, which sets standards for fostering positive online interactions at community level. Sample HERE but important to design your own in your club

 

These were not produced in isolation. Instead, a series of design-thinking “playshops” brought players and clubs into the process, ensuring that the Toolkit addresses the lived realities of online life in a way that resonates.

The GAA, LGFA and Camogie Association understand that the wellbeing of our players must be holistic, covering physical, emotional, and now digital health.