Club Documents
Essential policies and guidelines for all members.
Strathaven Striders has Community, Inclusivity, and Quality at the heart of everything they do.
These values and guidelines are explained in our Club policies and it is important that all members read these documents when they join and at frequent times during their journey with the club. They ensure you know what you should expect at the club, and what reasonable expectations are placed on you as a member.
Foundational Documents
Club Constitution
Our constitution outlines the rules and core approach of the club. It is the most important document for you to review and be familiar with.
Disciplinary Policy
The Disciplinary policy is a set of rules and procedures for addressing member misconduct, ensuring fairness and safety, and protecting the club’s reputation.
Scottish Athletics Policies
As a Scottish Athletics-affiliated club, we adhere to their governance policies and adopt them as our club policies.
Safeguarding Policies
The purpose of Safeguarding Policies is to safeguard adults and children and to ensure that everyone involved in our sport is aware of:
- What to do or who to speak to if they have a concern relating to the welfare or wellbeing of an adult or child within the organisation.
- The legislation, policy and procedures for safeguarding adults and children.
- Their role and responsibility for safeguarding adults and children.
Codes of Conduct
The purpose of the Code of Conduct is to clarify for our members:
- What behaviours are deemed to be acceptable and unacceptable.
- The standards of practice expected.
- The basis for challenging and improving practice.
Additional Documents
Conflict of Interest
Sets out how committee members should identify and declare potential conflicts of interest, helping to ensure that decisions are made fairly and in the best interests of our Club.
Equality Policy Statement
Our commitment to providing an inclusive environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in our sport and is treated with respect and dignity.
Questions?
If you have any questions on our Constitution, policies or any aspect of our club governance, please email the Club Secretary.
If you have any questions about our Safeguarding Policies or need to raise any concerns, please email the Club Welfare Officer.