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Social Media Policy

Poseidon Lifesaving Club recognises that committee members, coaches, volunteers, club members (young people) and parents/guardians engage with social media applications. These applications include, but are not limited to, Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Blogs, and other online tools through which people connect and share information.

All committee members, coaches, volunteers, club members (young people) and parents/guardians of Poseidon Lifesaving Club are expected to:

  • Uphold the values of the club in all Social Media interactions
  • Will not act in such a way that the image of Poseidon Lifesaving Club is brought into disrepute nor in a way that harms members of the club or community
  • Use Social Media in a respectful and responsible manner
  • Should not use Social Media to exclude, insult, and present offensive or inappropriate content or to misrepresent Poseidon Lifesaving Club or any member of the community

Declaration regarding use of Social Media

By signing this declaration, you are agreeing to abide by the terms of this policy as stated.

To be signed by Parent/Guardian

I have read and understand the terms and conditions outlined in this ‘Policy regarding the use of Social Media and, where relevant, have read over same with my child/children.

 

Name of Parent/Guardian: ___________________________

 

Signed: _________________________________                                                      Date______________

 

Members Name(under 18)

I have read with my parents/guardians the POLICY REGARDING USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA and understand the terms and conditions outlined.

 

Name of Member: ___________________________

 

Signed: _________________________________                                                      Date______________

 

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