Our Commitment Kick to Connect is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and dignity of every young person who participates in our programs. The safety of children and young people is our highest priority — above program delivery, above reputation, above everything else.Every person involved in KTC — staff, coaches, volunteers, or visitors — is expected to uphold this commitment in every interaction with young people. Screening and Suitability Kick to Connect takes all reasonable steps to ensure that people working with young people are suitable to do so. •All staff and volunteers working directly with young people hold a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) registered in Western Australia. •Any person supporting KTC programs who has direct contact with young people must be approved by KTC before involvement. •WWCCs are checked and recorded prior to any involvement with participants. Supervision KTC maintains appropriate supervision of young people at all times during programs.•Programs maintain appropriate adult to participant ratios at all times. •No young person is ever left alone with a single adult in an unsupervised or private setting.•Sessions are conducted in open, visible environments wherever possible. •If a young person needs to leave the group for any reason, appropriate supervision arrangements are made. Code of Conduct All KTC staff, coaches, and volunteers commit to the following standards in every interaction with young people: •Treat every young person with respect, dignity, and care — regardless of ability, background, or behaviour. •Never use physical punishment, intimidation, humiliation, or any form of emotional abuse. •Never engage in inappropriate physical contact — all physical contact must be appropriate to the coaching context and never initiated without consent. •Maintain appropriate professional boundaries in all interactions with young people and their families. •Never communicate with young people privately via personal social media accounts, personal messaging apps, or any channel not sanctioned by KTC. •Never be alone with a young person in a private or unsupervised setting. •Never consume alcohol or be under the influence of drugs during programs or when responsible for young people. Reporting Obligations Kick to Connect takes all concerns about child safety seriously. Any concern, suspicion, or disclosure relating to the abuse or harm of a young person will be responded to immediately and appropriately. •All concerns will be taken seriously, documented, and handled with appropriate confidentiality. •Concerns will be reported to the relevant authorities in accordance with Western Australian mandatory reporting obligations. •No person will be disadvantaged or penalised for raising a genuine concern about child safety in good faith. •KTC will cooperate fully with any investigation by relevant authorities. Photo and Media ConsentKick to Connect respects the privacy and safety of young people in all media and communications .•No images, video, or audio recordings of young people will be taken without written consent from a parent or legal guardian. •Consent forms will be obtained prior to each program and kept on record. •No images of young people will be published on the KTC website, social media, or any public platform without explicit written consent. •Participants will never be photographed or filmed in change rooms, bathrooms, or any private space. •If a parent or guardian withdraws consent, images of their child will be removed from all KTC platforms promptly. Complaints and Concerns Any concern about child safety at Kick to Connect — whether from a participant, parent, volunteer, or member of the public — will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. •Concerns can be raised directly with Todd at todd@kicktoconnct.com.au •All complaints will be acknowledged within 24 hours and responded to within 48 hours .•Complaints will be handled confidentially, with information shared only where necessary to resolve the concern or meet legal obligations. •Where a complaint involves a potential criminal matter, it will be referred to the appropriate authorities. Policy Review This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as required to reflect changes in legislation, best practice, or KTC's programs and operations.Any person involved in KTC programs will be informed of updates to this policy before they take effect. Two-Adult RuleKick to Connect operates a strict two-adult rule to protect both young people and the adults who work with them. •No young person will ever be alone with a single adult in any setting — supervised or unsupervised. •This applies at all times during programs, before sessions begin, and after sessions end. •If a situation arises where only one adult is present, appropriate steps will be taken immediately to ensure a second adult is present or the young person is returned to their parent or guardian. •This rule protects young people from harm and protects adults from false allegations. Online Safety and Digital CommunicationKick to Connect is committed to ensuring that all digital communication with young people and their families is safe, appropriate, and transparent. •All communication with young people must occur through approved KTC channels only — never through personal social media accounts or personal messaging apps. •Any online sessions or digital program delivery will be conducted on approved platforms with appropriate privacy and safety settings enabled. •Screenshots or recordings of online sessions involving young people will not be taken without explicit written consent from a parent or guardian. •Any inappropriate online contact or communication involving a young person will be treated as a child safety concern and responded to accordingly. •Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor their child's participation in any online KTC activities. Participant and Family Code of Conduct Kick to Connect is a safe and inclusive environment for all young people. To protect every participant, we ask that young people and their families uphold the following standards: Young people agree to: •Treat all other participants, coaches, and volunteers with respect and kindness. •Respect the physical and emotional boundaries of others at all times. •Speak up if they feel unsafe, uncomfortable, or witness behaviour that concerns them. •Not engage in bullying, harassment, or discriminatory behaviour of any kind. Parents and guardians agree to: •Model respectful behaviour toward all participants, coaches, and other families. •Raise any concerns directly with Todd rather than confronting other participants or families. •Support their child to engage positively with the program and the people in it. •Inform KTC of any circumstance that may affect their child's safety or wellbeing during the program. Participants or families who repeatedly breach this code of conduct may be asked to leave the program. Incident ResponseIf a child safety concern arises during a KTC program, the following steps will be taken immediately: •Step 1 — Ensure the immediate safety of the young person. Remove them from any situation of risk. •Step 2 — Do not investigate, question, or interview the young person about the concern. Leave this to trained authorities. •Step 3 — Document the concern in writing as soon as possible — what was observed, said, or reported, and by whom. •Step 4 — Contact the relevant authorities in accordance with WA mandatory reporting obligations. •Step 5 — Notify the parent or guardian unless doing so would place the young person at further risk. •Step 6 — Preserve all documentation and cooperate fully with any investigation. Annual Policy Review This policy will be reviewed every 12 months and updated as required to reflect changes in legislation, best practice, or KTC's programs and operations.

FOR COACHES You put your hand up because you care... But nobody told you how much weight you'd carry — the pressure to get it right, the kids who disengage, the moments you're not sure you handled well. You're not looking for a manual. You're looking for clarity about who you are in that role and how to use it well. The environment you create shapes everything. Who you are shapes the environment. Coach Programs Coaching Compass The foundational program. 4–6 sessions built around who you are as a coach — your values, your identity, and how you show up for the young people in your care. Available year round. Learn more Off Season Compass The same philosophy, delivered in the off season. A debrief of the season just finished and a deliberate rebuild before the next one begins. New and returning coaches in the room together. Learn more Before You Begin A few things worth knowing before you decide — and if something isn't covered, please reach out. No question is too small. This isn't about accreditation — it's about something deeper Are you willing to put the young person's growth ahead of your own need to feel important?" What you walk away with is clear Clarity. Confidence. Consistency. It's for new coaches just as much as experienced ones Both in the room, learning from each other. The format is designed around how change actually happens You need time to try things, sit with them, and bring something real back into the room. Not what's wrong with your coaching — it's about what's possible The bravest thing a coach can do is decide that their players' growth matters more than their own significance There's a 1-on-1 option if you want to go deeper Same philosophy, built around you specifically You put your hand up because you care... But nobody told you how much weight you'd carry — the pressure to get it right, the kids who disengage, the moments you're not sure you handled well. You're not looking for a manual. You're looking for clarity about who you are in that role and how to use it well. The environment you create shapes everything. Who you are shapes the environment. If you're asking the right questions about your coaching — you're already halfway there. Let's talk about the rest.

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What the Coaching Compass is The Coaching Compass is a personal and professional development program for community coaches. Sessions involve honest conversation, guided reflection, and exploration of your values, identity, and coaching philosophy. You may be invited to explore your own experiences and patterns — both on and off the field. What it isn't The Coaching Compass is not a counselling, therapy, or mental health service. Todd Stewart is not a counsellor, psychologist, or mental health professional. While sessions may explore personal experiences and invite genuine self-reflection, this program is not designed or qualified to provide mental health support, crisis intervention, or therapeutic treatment of any kind. If anything that arises during the program brings up concerns about your mental health or wellbeing, you are encouraged to seek support from a qualified professional. Todd will always support you in finding appropriate help if needed. Confidentiality What is shared in the room stays in the room. Personal information shared during sessions will not be disclosed to third parties without your consent — except where there is a risk to the safety of any person, in which case Todd is obligated to take appropriate action. If you need support Beyond Blue — 1300 22 4636 · beyondblue.org.au Lifeline — 13 11 14 · lifeline.org.au Your GP — always a good first point of contact