USASF Professional Responsibility Code 2019-2020 9.0 | Page 3

The Professional Responsibility Code (PRC) establishes written principles that guide the conduct of all USASF members. This PRC is offered to
affirm to all members of the USASF the intent and the will of the USASF leadership to safeguard the best interests of All Star Cheer and Dance
by having its members act professionally and responsibly at all times. These acts of Professional Responsibility are guidelines established to
maximize not only the integrity and legitimacy of the All Star Industry, but to safeguard the athletes who participate. Additionally, USASF
members are expected to respect and protect human and civil rights and not knowingly participate in or condone unfair discriminatory practices.
HISTORY COMPLIANCE
The PRC was established and implemented in 2009 by the members
of the National Advisory Board (NAB) as a necessary first step in
establishing a Code of Conduct for members. Program owner, coach, auxiliary, associate and athlete members are
held accountable through the Disciplinary process facilitated by the
USASF and selected members of The Connection. Event Producer and
Affiliate Members sign a membership agreement annually and non-
compliance grievances are facilitated by the Compliance Committee.
REVISIONS & ADDITIONS
Annually, the PRC is updated and revised to reflect any current
changes dictated by the organizational structure or USASF committee
recommendations. The recommendations are presented to the NAB
and, if approved, must have Board of Director approval.
COLLABORATION
The National Advisory Board (NAB) is democratically elected to
support athletes and members by addressing emerging issues of
broad potential impact and developing policies for the organization
when needed. The USASF committees work collaboratively to define the standards
of conduct for members. The current version of the PRC and
Disciplinary Process has been reviewed and approved by USASF
Legal Counsel. The PRC revisions and Non-Compliance process is a
collaborative effort with recommendations by the USASF Board of
Directors, the USASF Disciplinary Committee, The USASF National
Advisory Board, The Connection Executive Board, the USASF Vice
President of Membership, the USASF Executive Committee and the
USASF Compliance Committee.
IMPLEMENTATION BUSINESS ETHICS
Prior to paying membership fees, new and renewing members accept
the Terms and Conditions of USASF Membership. This includes
agreeing to abide by the PRC. The version of the PRC that governs
the current membership term is available to all members and can
be accessed through their membership profile. A printed copy is
delivered annually to all members in their membership box. The NACCC (National Association of Cheerleading Coaches
Congress), serving as a representative for Program Owners and
coaches, previously recommended General Principle Guidelines
that are listed only as recommendations to members. These
recommendations are not under the scope and jurisdiction of
the Professional Responsibility Code, but serve as guidelines for
promoting a membership with standards of integrity and loyalty to
other members. The All Star Business Code of Ethics are not eligible
for disciplinary or non-compliance review or sanctions.
GOVERNANCE
INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW
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