Code Of Conduct, Child Protection and Grievance Policies
Victorian Pipers Association Member Code of Conduct
- Members are expected to create and contribute to a safe, respectful and supportive environment at all VPA activities.
- We all choose to be involved in VPA and volunteer our time to get the most out of it.
- All members and guests should be treated with respect, understanding that we all have our own experiences and viewpoints and that difference of opinion exists.
- Members should conduct themselves professionally, and behave with courtesy.
- At all VPA competitions, the Adjudicator’s decisions are final and should be accepted graciously.
- Members should refrain from making negative comments or disparaging remarks about fellow competitors, judges, stewards, administrators or supporters.
- Derogatory comments on social media regarding other members or adjudicators will not be tolerated and referred to the VPA Executive and Players Committee for action.
- Members shall not bully, intimidate or harass anyone involved in VPA activities either physically, mentally or sexually.
Child Protection Policy
The VPA is committed to child safety and ensuring all events are conducted in a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all children. We uphold the highest standards of care and compliance. VPA Child Protection PolicyConditions of Entry – Use of Images and Video (Children and Young People)
To support and promote Victorian piping, the VPA may capture photographs or video footage during competitions for use in VPA communications, including our website, social media, and promotional materials.
By entering a competition, competitors (or their parent/guardian, if under 18) are deemed to have given consent for such use of images and footage by agreeing with entry terms and conditions, unless prior written notification is provided.
If there are legal or personal reasons that prevent the use of images or video—such as court orders, safety concerns, or privacy restrictions – competitors and/or their parent/guardian must notify the VPA in writing prior to the competition (except for award and prize images). Please contact us at [email protected] outlining any necessary restrictions or concerns.
The VPA is committed to safeguarding the wellbeing and privacy of children and young people and will take all reasonable steps to comply with any such requests.