Two-minute essentials

• You have the right to compete in a safe, fair, and respectful environment

• Support and guidance are available across clean sport, safeguarding, and ethics

• You are responsible for understanding key rules that apply to you

• If something does not feel right, you are encouraged to speak up

• You can report concerns or seek advice through trusted and independent channels

What do you need?

• Doping control or medication → Clean Sport

• Safety or wellbeing concern → Safeguarding

• Conduct or fairness issue → Ethics

• Not sure → Report or ask for advice (see 'Report a concern' section on this page)

Report a concern and get support

If you have a concern about safeguarding, ethics, or clean sport, you can report it through FIS’s official channels.

FIS has established a sports integrity partnership with Global Sports Investigations (GSI), which operates the external Integrity Hotline independently.

• Online: https://fis-integrityunit.integrityline.com/

• Phone: +44 (0)207 034 3403

• Email: FIS@email-fis.integrityline.com

Reports submitted through the Integrity Hotline are handled confidentially and with care. Information is only shared where necessary to assess the concern, protect individuals, or ensure fair and appropriate handling. 

You do not need to be certain before reporting. If you are unsure, you are encouraged to seek advice or raise a concern.

Frequently asked questions

(last updated, May 2026)

1) Where should I go if I need help?

The Athletes’ Resources page is your starting point for support.

• Clean sport → doping control, medication, anti-doping

• Safeguarding → safety, wellbeing, inappropriate behavior

• Ethics → conduct, fairness, conflicts of interest

If you are unsure, you can seek advice or report a concern (see 'Report a concern' section above).

2) What should I do if something does not feel right?

You are encouraged to act.

• Speak to a trusted person (coach, team staff, safeguarding contact)

• Seek advice through official channels

• Report concerns through the Integrity Hotline

You do not need to be certain before raising a concern.

3) Will I be supported if I report a concern?

FIS aims to ensure that individuals who raise concerns are treated with respect and care.

• Reports are handled confidentially, as far as possible

• Processes are in place to ensure fair handling

• Support mechanisms are available

4) What are my responsibilities as an athlete?

Athletes are expected to:

• Compete clean and follow anti-doping rules

• Respect others and contribute to a safe environment

• Follow ethical and conduct standards

• Raise concerns where appropriate

5) Can I report something on behalf of someone else?

Yes.

• Concerns can be raised about any situation affecting others

• Reporting early can help prevent harm

• You do not need to be directly involved

6) What happens after I report a concern?

All reports are reviewed in line with FIS safeguarding procedures.

After a report:

• Information is shared on a need-to-know basis

• Appropriate steps are taken to ensure safety, fairness and due process

• Temporary safeguarding actions may be put in place if needed

• You may not receive full updates due to confidentiality requirements and data protection rules

7) What support is available for athletes?

Support may include:

• Guidance from team or NSA staff

• Safeguarding support mechanisms

• Clean sport education and tools

• Access to reporting and advice channels

8) Do I need to understand all Sports Integrity policies?

You are not expected to know every policy in detail, but you do need to understand the key rules that apply to you as an athlete and what is expected of you.

This page is designed to help you:

• Find relevant information quickly

• Understand what to do in common situations

• Access support when needed

If you are unsure about any rule or situation, you are encouraged to ask questions or seek guidance.

Most used resources

• Mental Wellbeing Resources

• Athletes' Career & Education Resources

• Clean Sport (FIS Anti-doping Rules, Athlete Anti-doping Act, TUEs form)

• Safeguarding (FIS Snow Safe Policy, reporting guidance)

• Ethics (FIS Universal Code of Ethics, FIS Rules on the Prevention of the Manipulation of Competitions, FIS Conflict of Interest Policy)

Mental Wellbeing

FIS is committed to promoting and supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of athletes, as well as of all other participants. Through education and awareness, athletes and all stakeholders surrounding athletes shall be empowered to recognise mental health symptoms and seek effective help if required. Below are some useful resources:

Mentally Fit - introduction: #MentallyFit - Athlete365 (olympics.com)

The importance of good sleep: Sleep to Compete - Athlete365 (olympics.com)

12 ways to deal with the unexpected: 12 ways to deal with the unexpected - Athlete365 (olympics.com)

Helping you recognise when you need support: Helping you recognise when you need support - Athlete365 (olympics.com)

Building a Support Network: Building a support network - Athlete365 (olympics.com)

Expert Guide to Staying Mentally Fit: Expert guide to staying #MentallyFit - Athlete365 (olympics.com)

Sport Mental Health Recognition Tool for Athlete Support Personnel: IOC Sport Mental Health Assessment Tool 1 and Sport Mental Health Recognition Tool 1

Athletes' Career & Education

There are a wealth of resources to help athletes find a sport-life balance and to help develop their careers while pursuing their sports dreams. Below are a few helpful links:

FIS Academy
Athlete365
Athlete365 Career+
Athlete365 Learning