Programme Named In Honour Of Judy Simons
The Commonwealth Games Federation [CGF] announced the launching of a safeguarding programme in the Americas region, entitled ‘Judy’s Legacy’ in honour of the late Judy Simons.
A BOA spokesperson said, “The Commonwealth Games Federation [CGF] announced the launching of a groundbreaking safeguarding programme in the Americas region, entitled ‘Judy’s Legacy’ in honour of Bermuda Olympic Association Past President, Judy Simons. Ms. Simons was a passionate advocate for athlete welfare both in Bermuda and the Commonwealth. ‘Judy’s Legacy’ reflects the CGF’s commitment to safeguarding in sport for all.
“The program will focus on enhancing the safety and well-being of all participants by promoting best practices and providing the necessary tools, resources, and education to uphold the highest standards of protection within the Commonwealth’s sporting community. The launch of ‘Judy’s Legacy’ marks a significant milestone in the CGF’s ongoing efforts to prioritize athlete welfare. The initiative will be rolled out across the Americas as the first region to implement this comprehensive programme, with plans to expand globally.”
Speaking on the launch, CGF President Chris Jenkins said, “Judy Simons’ dedication and service were an inspiration to all, and she was passionate about ensuring that all voices within her region were heard, and this was at the forefront of what she set out to achieve in safeguarding in sport. In tribute to her trailblazing work, we are setting out an ambitious safeguarding programme for the Commonwealth Sport Movement with the goal to increase awareness of safeguarding amongst our communities and athletes, and improving safeguarding accessibility by developing resource and training tools adaptable for various CGA internal environments including CGA programmes, Games Teams, and National Federations.”
BOA President Peter Dunne welcomed the CGF’s naming the program after his predecessor. “By recognizing Judy in this program, her legacy with the CGF, where she was last the Regional Vice President for the Americas Region, will certainly continue to be remembered and felt by the sporting community, both locally and around the world. Safeguarding programs are now an integral part of how sport organizations educate and support athletes. To have Judy’s name associated with this great project is an honor for Bermuda and the BOA”.
The spokesperson said, “This initiative is part of the CGF’s broader mission to inspire Commonwealth athletes and citizens through the power of sport, delivering lasting change and ensuring a safer future for generations to come.”
She is well deserving of such recognition and honour