In 2024, IMOCA appointed EN GARDE to set up an independent unit dedicated to fighting against workplace abuse and harassment in ocean racing.
The function of the unit is to collect reports and support victims throughout the disclosure and remediation processes. The services offered by this cell include:
EN GARDE was also asked to create a safeguarding policy for the IMOCA class and to conduct several safeguarding training sessions for its members (skippers, team managers and other team members).