The main objective of this policy is to maintain appropriate etiquette on social media platforms whilst protecting the Springwood Seals brand. Our policy informs everyone involved in our club of their responsibilities and the standards of behaviour that are expected of them in the instance where social media platforms are used to distribute information regarding or representing Springwood Seals Netball Club. Information is also provided on how members can identify and effectively and efficiently report concerns relating to a child’s safety.
Defining Social Media
Social media includes various websites and internet-based applications (i.e., Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) that enable users to create, share and exchange content whilst also participating in social networking.
Content is information used, created and/or shared on social media sites, in the form of text, audio, video, photographs, podcasts and/other mediums of communication.
Social Media Use
Individual Accounts
When using personal social media accounts, players, coaches, managers, umpires and other volunteers should not:
Springwood Seals Accounts
Springwood Seals Netball Club has Instagram and Facebook accounts that are monitored and utilized by committee members to distribute information and provide updates on Springwood Seals related events to friends, family, players and the local community. The following guidelines are adhered to by Springwood Seals Netball Club when generating and producing content for their social media accounts:
Copyright and Fair Use
Our logo is owned by Springwood Seals and consists of a seal balancing a netball on its nose, the acronym S.S.N.C. and Est. 1991. The use or misuse of Springwood Seals logo is strictly prohibited. The logo is not permitted to be modified, reproduced and/or distributed without formal agreement obtained from the committee. Any amendment to the club’s logo requires the passing of a special resolution at a general meeting.
Online Misconduct
Springwood Seals is committed to providing an environment, both physical and online, in which people are treated fairly and equitably and that is, as far as practicable, free from all forms of discrimination, harrassment and bullying. We recognise that people may not be able to enjoy themselves or perform at their best if they are treated unfairly, discriminated against, harassed or bullied.
Responding to Social Media Breaches
Springwood Seals has zero tolerance in relation to discrimination, harrassment and cyberbullying. In the instance where a suspected breach or online misconduct occurs, the committee will review any allegations of breaches of this policy and will take steps to minimise the risk of any further breaches. Breaches will be managed in a fair, unbiased and supportive manner. The following will occur:
For a copy of our full Social Media Policy, please click the link below:
Defining Social Media
Social media includes various websites and internet-based applications (i.e., Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) that enable users to create, share and exchange content whilst also participating in social networking.
Content is information used, created and/or shared on social media sites, in the form of text, audio, video, photographs, podcasts and/other mediums of communication.
Social Media Use
Individual Accounts
When using personal social media accounts, players, coaches, managers, umpires and other volunteers should not:
- make comment as a representative of the Springwood Seals Netball Club unless authorized by a committee member to do so;
- identify themselves in direct association with the Springwood Seals Netball Club unless authorized to do so;
- share content of other Springwood Seals Netball Club members without their consent; or
- use defamatory language relating to Springwood Seals Netball Club.
Springwood Seals Accounts
Springwood Seals Netball Club has Instagram and Facebook accounts that are monitored and utilized by committee members to distribute information and provide updates on Springwood Seals related events to friends, family, players and the local community. The following guidelines are adhered to by Springwood Seals Netball Club when generating and producing content for their social media accounts:
- seeking permission from club members to use their personal information and/or photographs, prior to distribution of information;
- ensuring media consent forms are signed and updated annually for players, in the instance where their photographs are to be used and/or shared via social media;
- respecting diversity of individuals within our club by presenting content in a non-discriminatory manner;
- having all content approved by the Springwood Seals committee prior to posting; and
- reviewing comments on posts by community members to ensure defamatory language, insensitive remarks and inappropriate behaviour does not occur.
Copyright and Fair Use
Our logo is owned by Springwood Seals and consists of a seal balancing a netball on its nose, the acronym S.S.N.C. and Est. 1991. The use or misuse of Springwood Seals logo is strictly prohibited. The logo is not permitted to be modified, reproduced and/or distributed without formal agreement obtained from the committee. Any amendment to the club’s logo requires the passing of a special resolution at a general meeting.
Online Misconduct
Springwood Seals is committed to providing an environment, both physical and online, in which people are treated fairly and equitably and that is, as far as practicable, free from all forms of discrimination, harrassment and bullying. We recognise that people may not be able to enjoy themselves or perform at their best if they are treated unfairly, discriminated against, harassed or bullied.
Responding to Social Media Breaches
Springwood Seals has zero tolerance in relation to discrimination, harrassment and cyberbullying. In the instance where a suspected breach or online misconduct occurs, the committee will review any allegations of breaches of this policy and will take steps to minimise the risk of any further breaches. Breaches will be managed in a fair, unbiased and supportive manner. The following will occur:
- all people concerned will be advised of the process;
- all people concerned will be given the opportunity to provide their versions of events;
- the details of the breach including the versions of all parties, and the outcome, will be recorded;
- matters discussed in relation to the breach will be kept confidential; and
- an appropriate outcome will be decided
For a copy of our full Social Media Policy, please click the link below:
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