Code of Conduct Rights
Coaches must respect and champion the rights of every individual to participate in sport.
Issues
Coaches should:
- Assist in the creation of an environment where every individual has the opportunity to participate in a sport or activity of their choice.
- Create and maintain an environment free of fear and harassment.
- Recognise the rights of all athletes to be treated as individuals.
- Recognise the rights of athletes to confer with other coaches and experts.
- Promote the concept of a balanced lifestyle, supporting the well-being of the athlete both in and out of the sport.
Actions
- Treat all individuals in sport with respect at all times.
- Do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, marital status, race, colour, disability, sexuality, age, occupation, religion or political opinion.
- Do not condone or allow to go unchallenged anyform of discrimination.
- Do not publicly criticise or engage in demeaning descriptions of others.
- Be discreet in any conversations about athletes, coaches or any other individuals.
- Communicate with and provide feedback to athletes in a manner which reflects respect and care.
