Wednesday 22-04-2026 - 16:03

We recently shared the Safe Adventures Report and now we've created a companion Trustee Briefing for our members. 

 

Through the Organised Fun programme, a steering group made up of students’ unions, national governing bodies, NUS Charity and Howden has worked collaboratively to explore the current landscape of safety in student-led adventure activities. Together, the group has undertaken research to better understand how these activities are supported, where challenges exist, and how organisations can strengthen practice across the sector.

The result of this collaboration is the Safe Adventures Report, which sets out six guiding principles to help organisations reflect on and evaluate the activities their student groups offer. These principles are designed to support organisations to improve practice while protecting what makes student activity so valuable: student leadership, exploration and community.

Our companion briefing for SU trustees summarises the findings and recommendations of the Safe Adventures Report. It outlines the legal context for trustees, highlights systemic gaps in current practice, and introduces six core safety principles covering competence, risk, operations, and equipment. The briefing clarifies trustee responsibilities and sets out clear strategic actions needed to strengthen oversight, reduce risk, and support positive student activity. Download your briefing.