Reporting Concerns of
Abuse and / or
Policy Violations
The U . S . All Star Federation ( USASF ) is committed to creating a safe and positive environment for participants ’ physical , emotional and social development and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct . We recognize it can be difficult to report an allegation of misconduct and are striving to remove barriers to reporting .
The USASF with USA Cheer developed the UNIFIED REPORTING FORM for the cheerleading and dance community as a tool for understanding and reporting allegations of both abuse and policy violations .
LOCAL AUTHORITIES
REPORT TO LOCAL AUTHORITIES IMMEDIATELY :
• Sexual abuse , physical abuse or criminal activities involving a minor .
MANDATED REPORTING LAWS A mandated reporter is a person who , because of his or her profession , is legally required to report any suspicion of child abuse or neglect to the relevant authorities . These laws are in place to prevent children from being abused and to end any possible abuse or neglect at the earliest possible stage .
Members of the USASF who suspect sexual or physical abuse or misconduct involving a minor are required to report the allegations to law enforcement before they report it to the USASF .
HOW TO REPORT STEP 1 : Contact law enforcement or local child welfare agencies designated to receive and investigate reports of suspected child abuse and neglect :
STATE CHILD ABUSE / NEGLECT REPORTING NUMBERS . STEP 2 : Contact the organization or entity that employs the accused if it will not compromise the safety of the reporter or alleged victim ( s ). STEP 3 : Complete the USASF / USA Cheer
UNIFIED REPORTING FORM .
IF A MINOR IS IN IMMEDIATE DANGER OR ABUSE IS OCCURRING , CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY .
USASF / USA CHEER UNIFIED REPORTING FORM
CONTACT THE USASF FOR ISSUES CONCERNING :
• Physical abuse or misconduct
• Emotional abuse or misconduct
• Bullying , threats or harassment
• Hazing
USASF CLUB
CONTACT YOUR CLUB FOR ISSUES CONCERNING :
• Facility cleanliness
• Equipment issues
• Financial disputes
• Scores
• Competitive progression concerns / team placement
• Employment concerns
• Business practices between the consumer and provider
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U . S . ALL STAR FEDERATION
CONTACT THE USASF FOR ISSUES CONCERNING :
• Violations of the Code of Conduct & Compliance
READ MORE You must be a current member of the USASF to file reports of non compliance of the Code of Conduct & Compliance
• USASF age grid or roster violations
• Sanctioned competition requirement violations by clubs , owners , coaches , athletes or personnel
• Sanctioning standard violations for competitions hosted by event producer members
• Athlete safety while training such as not following concussion protocol or return-to-play guidelines