USASF Professional Responsibility Code 2020-2021 Vol 10.0 | Page 6

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES

The USASF grants the privilege of membership to individuals ( Program Owners , coaches , athletes , auxiliary , and associated individuals of Event Producer and Affiliate Members ) and organizations ( programs , Event Producers , and affiliates as organizations ) committed to the mission of the U . S . All Star Federation :
To support and enrich the lives of our All Star athletes and members . We provide consistent rules , strive for a safe environment for our athletes , drive competitive excellence , and promote a positive image for the sport .
This privilege of membership may be suspended , denied or revoked by the USASF if it is found that a member ’ s conduct is not in compliance with the mission of the organization or the best interest of All Star Cheer and Dance or those who participate .
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
The Professional Responsibility Code ( PRC ) outlines the standards of professionalism and ethics for all membership classifications . Any organization or person who joins the USASF agrees to the terms and conditions of the Professional Responsibility Code .
The USASF membership categories are :
• All Star Program - Cheer and dance club owners .
• Coaches - Cheer and dance coaches , program owners and employees that are registered members of the USASF in the coach category .
• Athletes -Minor and adult athletes .
• Event Producers - Owners , administrators and their employees , includes all membership tiers .
• Affiliates - Vendors , sponsors , their owners and employees .
• Auxiliary - Non-coaching personnel who are 18 years of age or older within a Member Program that has been assigned to or assumes certain duties particular to the program or a specific team .
• Associate - An individual , organization or company that does not fit into any of the other membership categories . An associate member must be a legal entity such as a company , corporation , sole proprietor , or independent contractor .
REVIEW COMMITTEES SPECIFIC TO MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
When a member is found to be in violation of items outlined in the PRC they may be subject to disciplinary review . There are three Sub-Review Committees that facilitate cases of non-compliance with the PRC :
• Disciplinary Committee Reviews and rules on disciplinary cases brought forth against Program Owners , Coach Members , Auxiliary ( Personnel ) Members , Associate Members , and Athlete Members .
• Compliance Committee Reviews and rules on disciplinary cases brought forth against Event Producer and Affiliate Members .
• MAAP Response & Resolution Committee Reviews all complaints in the area of minor athlete abuse prevention . The MAAP Response & Resolution Committee will include USASF Staff and third party experts . The committee and its agents will investigate and provide findings as they relate to the complaint . The initial complaint and the findings will determine the action taken .
DUALITY OF ROLES
Duality refers to one person holding two or more roles or positions in the All Star community . Any person who has a current , active membership in the USASF is expected to act in accordance with their role as a member as their primary role in the All Star community . Behavior or actions that are inconsistent with the Professional Responsibility Code are unwelcome . Members are expected to fulfill their membership requirements and duties , regardless of the role the member may be assuming at the time of the behavior or action .
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