PROTECT AND PREVENTSAFEGUARDING
Sport and physical activity is a human right and can bring many benefits for those who participate as well as for wider society.
However, sport can also expose individuals to risks of violence and abuse; some risks are unique to sport and some individuals are particularly vulnerable.
Sport is a microcosm of society – whilst we cannot right the ills of society, we can take action to ensure participants in basketball can thrive in a safe and supportive environment.
However, sport can also expose individuals to risks of violence and abuse; some risks are unique to sport and some individuals are particularly vulnerable.
Sport is a microcosm of society – whilst we cannot right the ills of society, we can take action to ensure participants in basketball can thrive in a safe and supportive environment.
The welfare of the basketball community, especially minors, is of paramount concern. When any member of the basketball community is subjected to or engages in abuse or misconduct, it undermines the mission and values of the GBF and is inconsistent with the best interests of basketball. All forms of harassment and abuse are prohibited and will not be tolerated by the GBF.
SAFEGUARDINGPOLICY
Everyone in Guyana has the right to participate in basketball in an environment that is safe and enjoyable. Inclusion, equality and diversity are at the heart of GBF’s values. Thus, GBF is committed to establishing and implementing policies that safeguard the welfare of participants, which includes non-discrimination and the prevention of harassment and abuse.
This GBF Safeguarding Policy (the Policy) aims to ensure that basketball is a safe, positive, and enjoyable experience for all persons involved, regardless of their age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and social and economic background, religion, and level of ability or disability.
The GBF has a zero-tolerance stance towards harassment, discrimination, or abuse of any kind. Accordingly, the GBF’s commitment to a safe basketball environment is enshrined in the GBF’s Constitution and it is under such principles that this Safeguarding Policy is enacted.
This GBF Safeguarding Policy (the Policy) aims to ensure that basketball is a safe, positive, and enjoyable experience for all persons involved, regardless of their age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and social and economic background, religion, and level of ability or disability.
The GBF has a zero-tolerance stance towards harassment, discrimination, or abuse of any kind. Accordingly, the GBF’s commitment to a safe basketball environment is enshrined in the GBF’s Constitution and it is under such principles that this Safeguarding Policy is enacted.
This Safeguarding Policy sets out the requirements for the GBF to discharge its duty in protecting Vulnerable Groups.
The GBF bears the responsibility to safeguard the integrity and reputation of the sport of basketball in Guyana and the diaspora, and is constantly striving to protect its image from jeopardy or harm as a result of immoral or unethical activities, methods, and practices.
Safeguarding policy aims to:
- Cleary set out the legal framework for safeguarding the wellbeing of all participants of basketball.
- Clearly define harassment, discrimination and abuse.
- Sets out how harassment, discrimination or abuse can be reported.
- Establish standards of behaviour that all persons falling within the scope of this policy shall adhere to.
- To establish tools to determine the risks associated with the contact or impact on Vulnerable Groups.
- To establish ways to mitigate or reduce those risks.
Report a breach of integrity
[This reporting process is not intended for financial issues or financial breach of contractual obligations. The GBF will not respond to any such reports.]
Anti-Doping Violation
Harassment/Abuse
Competition Manipulation