{"id":6362,"date":"2026-05-10T23:35:34","date_gmt":"2026-05-10T22:35:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naasafc.ie\/NAFC-Site\/club-policies-2\/"},"modified":"2026-05-11T00:14:46","modified_gmt":"2026-05-10T23:14:46","slug":"club-policies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/naasafc.ie\/NAFC-Site\/about-us\/club-policies\/","title":{"rendered":"Club Policies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Naas AFC is committed to maintaining a structured, safe, and supportive environment that promotes the development and enjoyment of all our members.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>To assist the committee in effectively managing the club, we have established several comprehensive policies. These policies provide a clear framework that guides the behaviour and decisions of players, coaches, administrators, volunteers, and parents. They ensure consistency and fairness, helping to prevent misunderstandings and conflicts across all levels of the club.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Our Club Governance Policies<\/h3>\n<p>Below is a directory of the official policies and guidelines currently in place at Naas AFC. All members are expected to be familiar with the policies relevant to their role.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><a href=\"\/NAFC-Site\/about-us\/club-policies\/child-safeguarding-statement\/\"><strong>Child Safeguarding Statement:<\/strong><\/a> Our commitment to keeping youth players safe and protected.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/NAFC-Site\/about-us\/code-of-conduct\/\"><strong>Code of Conduct:<\/strong><\/a> The expected standards of behaviour for players, spectators, and coaches.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/NAFC-Site\/about-us\/club-policies\/naas-afc-cardiac-response-plan\/\"><strong>Cardiac Response Plan:<\/strong><\/a> Emergency protocols for cardiac events on club grounds.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/NAFC-Site\/about-us\/club-policies\/away-trips-overnight-stay-policy\/\"><strong>Away Trips &#038; Overnight Stay Policy:<\/strong><\/a> Guidelines for travelling teams and chaperones to ensure safety and compliance.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/NAFC-Site\/about-us\/club-policies\/photo-use\/\"><strong>Photo &#038; Social Media Use Policy:<\/strong><\/a> Rules regarding the capturing and publishing of images of club members.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/NAFC-Site\/about-us\/club-policies\/recruitment-policy\/\"><strong>Recruitment Policy:<\/strong><\/a> Our standards for recruiting volunteers, coaches, and staff.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/NAFC-Site\/about-us\/club-policies\/substance-abuse-policy\/\"><strong>Substance Abuse Policy:<\/strong><\/a> The club&#8217;s strict stance and procedures regarding drugs and alcohol.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/NAFC-Site\/about-us\/club-policies\/gdpr\/\"><strong>Data Protection (GDPR):<\/strong><\/a> How we securely manage and process member data.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/NAFC-Site\/about-us\/club-policies\/club-roles\/\"><strong>Club Roles:<\/strong><\/a> An overview of the responsibilities held by committee members and volunteers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: If you require a full copy of any specific internal policy document not linked above, please contact the Club Secretary.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Naas AFC is committed to maintaining a structured, safe, and supportive environment that promotes the development and enjoyment of all our members. 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