Our Commitment

Mount Eliza Junior Football Club is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all children and young people. The safety, wellbeing and participation of every player is our highest priority. We have a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse, harm or neglect in any form. We actively work to ensure all players feel:

* Safe

* Supported

* Respected

* Included

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Our Approach

We are committed to:

* Creating a child-safe culture across all teams and activities

* Ensuring all volunteers and officials understand their responsibilities

* Promoting respectful behaviour from players, parents and spectators

* Providing clear processes for reporting concerns

* Continually reviewing and improving our policies and practices

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Child Safety Principles

At Mount Eliza Junior Football Club, we:

* Put the needs of children first

* Encourage children to speak up and be heard

* Support diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity

* Take all concerns and complaints seriously

* Act quickly and appropriately when issues arise

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Key Policies

The following policies support our commitment to child safety:

Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy

Outlines how the club protects children and promotes a safe environment.

Code of Conduct

Defines expected behaviour for players, parents, coaches and officials.

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Reporting a Concern

We encourage anyone with a concern about a child’s safety or wellbeing to speak up.

How to Report

* Contact a Committee Member or Team Official

* Email: childsafety@mtelizajfc.com.au

* Speak directly to the President or Secretary

All concerns will be treated seriously, respectfully and confidentially.

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What Happens Next

When a concern is raised, the club will:

* Respond promptly

* Assess the situation

* Follow the club’s formal procedures

* Take appropriate action

* Escalate to relevant authorities where required

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Our People

All committee members, coaches and volunteers are expected to:

* Uphold the club’s child safety standards

* Act in the best interests of all players

* Promote a positive and inclusive environment

* Ensure Working with Children Checks are in place

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Creating a Safe Environment

We ask all members of our community to contribute to a safe environment by:

* Treating all players with respect

* Encouraging positive behaviour

* Reporting any concerns

* Supporting club values

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Contact

For any child safety or wellbeing concerns, please contact:

Email: childsafety@mtelizajfc.com.au

Or speak with a Committee Member