Glenwood Soccer Club Anti-Harassment Policy
Glenwood Soccer Club (GSC) is committed to providing a safe and respectful environment for all members. No board member, volunteer, contractor, or participant shall be subjected to harassment, intimidation, bullying, or cyber-bullying related to GSC activities, whether occurring on or off the field.
Definition & Scope
Harassment, intimidation, bullying, and cyber-bullying are defined as any gesture, written, verbal, or physical act, or electronic communication motivated by actual or perceived characteristics including race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or mental, physical, or sensory disability. This policy applies even when such behavior is intended as a joke or performed in jest.
Code of Conduct
No member, volunteer, or contractor shall engage in or tolerate harassment, intimidation, bullying, or cyber-bullying behavior toward teammates, youth participants, referees, volunteers, board members, or contractors. We expect all members of the GSC community to uphold the highest standards of behavior.
Response & Enforcement
The GSC Board of Directors will respond quickly to all allegations of misconduct. Violations of this policy may lead to disciplinary hearings and actions, including but not limited to suspension or expulsion from the club and its activities.
"GSC's mission is to promote good sportsmanship, mutual respect, courtesy, and tolerance among all players, coaches, and spectators." — Glenwood Soccer Club Mission Statement
GSC reserves the right to coordinate with local or county law enforcement and legal counsel regarding violations of this policy where warranted.