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Data Protection and Privacy Policy
Data Protection Policy
The Data Protection Policy can be found under https://ipsfsports.org/en/data-protection-policy
The Data Protection Policy can be found under https://ipsfsports.org/en/data-protection-policy
Privacy Policy
The Privacy Policy can be found under https://ipsfsports.org/en/privacy-policy
The Privacy Policy can be found under https://ipsfsports.org/en/privacy-policy
Other Policies
This code aims to ensure the highest standards of behavior, respect, and professionalism in pole and aerial sports.
This policy document provides guidelines for all associated with athletes in the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation, promoting integrity, confidentiality, transparency, and accountability. It underscores ethical conduct, prohibits conflicts of interest, doping, bribery, and establishes the Entourage Commission to oversee these guidelines.
This document is a comprehensive guide to ensure integrity in sports competitions, emphasizing on the prohibition of betting, match-fixing, and non-disclosure of 'inside information'. It underscores the importance of a code of conduct, confidentiality, and cooperation with public authorities and investigation agencies to prevent corruption and maintain the sport's integrity.
This policy document endorses gender equality in sports, outlining actions to eliminate unlawful sex discrimination and harassment, and to promote equal opportunity between all genders. It addresses the social context of gender inequality, provides guidelines for single-sex provision, and specifies how breaches of the policy will be handled.
The IPSF Anti-Doping Rules, aligned with the World Anti-Doping Code, strive to uphold fair competition and a drug-free environment in pole sports by outlining prohibited substances, testing protocols, and penalties for violations, while also ensuring athlete rights and education.
The International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation (IPSF) has established Apparatus Norms to ensure the safety and consistency of equipment used in IPSF-endorsed pole and aerial sports competitions.
The IPSF Athletes' Commission serves as the voice of athletes within the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation. The commission works to promote clean sport, protect athlete rights, provide feedback on rules and regulations, and encourage the formation of similar commissions at the national level.
The IPSF Document & Data Retention Policy outlines how the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation manages its records, including participant, staff, and volunteer information, in compliance with data protection laws like GDPR. The policy specifies retention periods for different data types and ensures secure disposal, while also maintaining some historical records indefinitely.
The IPSF is committed to providing equal opportunities for participation in pole sports for everyone, regardless of their background or personal characteristics. We have a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment, and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment for all.
The IPSF Ethical Code of Conduct establishes guidelines for ethical behavior and conduct expected of all members within the IPSF community, including athletes, judges, coaches, federations, volunteers, and staff. The code emphasizes values such as fair play, sportsmanship, honesty, and respect, and outlines specific standards for each member group to ensure a positive and ethical environment within the sport.
This policy aims to promote the inclusion and participation of individuals with disabilities in pole sports activities. It focuses on raising awareness, increasing accessibility to training and coaching, developing best practices, and creating an inclusive scoring system.
The IPSF has a formal process for handling complaints and disputes, ensuring confidentiality and aiming for timely resolutions through assessments, investigations, and potential appeals. The policy prioritizes fairness, impartiality, and respectful communication while addressing concerns within the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation.
This policy document provides guidelines for all associated with youth athletes in the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation, promoting safety and ethical guidelines for working with children.
The IPSF constitution serves as the foundational document that outlines the principles, structures, and governance mechanisms of the IPSF.
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Not For Profit Information
What is a Company Limited by Guarantee?
Guarantee companies are useful for non-profit organisations that require corporate status. This means that its profits are not distributed to its members but are retained to be used for the purposes of the guarantee company. Of course this does not mean that the guarantee company cannot make a profit, as indeed it is almost paramount that it can and does so. Where an organisation is likely to enter into contracts it may need the benefit of limited liability to protect its Board of Trustees and its members, who may be involved on a voluntary basis. The following are examples of these contracts:
- Employment contracts
- Purchasing land, buildings or property
- Contracting with service or product providers
- Contracts with fund raisers
- A guarantee company provides a clear legal identity. This provides the ability for the company to own property in its own name and a democratic structure where its participants are required to adhere to the strict laws and regulations governing limited companies generally.
What are the differences between a company that is limited by guarantee and a company that is limited by shares?
A guarantee company does not have shares. The members of the company do not own the company but are the decision makers for the company. This means that the profits of the company cannot be distributed to the members through dividends and that they do not have any claim upon the assets of the company. The members of the company may appoint Directors often called 'Trustees', who are given the responsibility for creating and implementing policies for the company. The Directors also enjoy limited liability, provided that they have not acted negligently, or fraudulently, and have not allowed the guarantee company to continue trading when it was insolvent (this is known as "wrongful trading").
What is the constitution of the company?
The constitution of the company limited by guarantee is the Memorandum & Articles of Association. The Memorandum sets out the objects of the company and the powers of the company may be exercised to meet these objects.
The Articles of Association state when meetings of the company will be held and proceedings of the meetings. They also state the voting rights of members, number of trustees and the powers of the trustees. The Articles also include the procedures for appointing and retirement of members and trustees. This is a brief overview to provide an understanding of the constitution of the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation.