APPENDIX I - REPORTING CONCERNS OF ABUSE AND / OR POLICY VIOLATIONS
REPORTING ALL OTHER AREAS OF ABUSE OR MISCONDUCT
This section outlines how to make reports if you suspect or have knowledge of abuse or misconduct of one or more of the following :
Areas of misconduct outlined in the both the USASF SafeSport Code and the U . S . Center for SafeSport Policies :
• Physical Abuse or Misconduct
• Emotional Abuse or Misconduct
• Bullying , Threats or Harassment
• Hazing
When a covered member violates one or more of the proactive Minor Abuse Prevention Policies :
• One-on-One Interactions
• Sexual Abuse & Prevention Policy
• Electronic Communication Policy
• Addressing Bullying
• Travel Policy
• Billeting ( Housing ) Policy
• Locker rooms , Restrooms & Changing Area Policy
When a covered member violates :
• Section I : Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention of the Professional Responsibility Code
STEP 1 : If applicable , report any illegal or criminal activity to local law enforcement .
STEP 2 : Report the violation to a member of the organization ’ s management staff or other official representative that has been designated to receive reports of abuse or other inappropriate conduct . Example : Parents of athletes must first report the violation or misconduct of a coach to the owner .
STEP 3 : Report to the U . S . All Star Federation . We prefer reports to be made using an online form . This will provide the reporter with a format that is consistent and thorough and will speed up the process for action as the report will answer most of the questions the case manager will need .
REPORTING POLICIES
WHO MAY REPORT
Any person , regardless of their membership status or affiliation with the USASF , may file a complaint with the U . S . All Star Federation for any suspected , alleged or known violation of the USASF SafeSport Code or policies that are intended to protect another member from misconduct and abuse , including the required membership policies . All reports will be treated as confidential . The USASF will accept anonymous reports and investigate every report of abuse or misconduct .
The U . S . All Star Federation strongly encourages parents , participants and other persons affiliated with All Star to communicate violations of the U . S . All Star Federation SafeSport Code , allegations and suspicions of child physical and sexual abuse and other conduct inconsistent with the policies set forth to protect athletes to the All Star program ’ s owner or program administrator immediately , and if appropriate or required , to local law enforcement and the U . S . All Star Federation .
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