INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW
INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW
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
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 .
REVISIONS AND 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 .
GOVERNANCE
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 .
IMPLEMENTATION
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 .
COLLABORATION
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 .
BUSINESS ETHICS
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 .
COMPLIANCE
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 noncompliance grievances are facilitated by the Compliance Committee .
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