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  • Member Protection Policy | Kick To Connect

    Member Protection Policy 1. Statement of Commitment Kick to Connect (KTC) exists to develop people through football — not the other way around. Person before performance, connection before football, belonging before ability sits at the centre of everything we do, and that starts with keeping every young person, coach — whether delivering a KTC program or undertaking one, such as Coaching Compass, Off Season Compass or 1-on-1 Compass — volunteer, parent and staff member safe, respected and free from discrimination or harassment of any kind. KTC is committed to providing a program and working environment where every person is treated with dignity, and where discrimination, harassment (sexual or otherwise), bullying and abuse are never tolerated. Any breach of this policy will be taken seriously and may result in disciplinary action, up to and including removal from the program or termination of a coaching, employment or volunteer role. The safety and wellbeing of every person in any of our programs is our highest priority — above program delivery, above reputation, above everything else. Every person involved in coaching, mentoring, supervising or otherwise working with KTC participants is required to undergo the screening set out in Section 6 before they have any unsupervised contact with young people. KTC accepts people for who they are — not for their talent level. Every person in our programs is welcome regardless of ability, and no one will be excluded, sidelined or treated less favourably because they are not the most skilled player in the group. Anyone — coach, volunteer, or participant — who does not commit to this will first be supported to do so. Where that support does not lead to change, they may be asked to leave the program. 2. Policy Application This policy applies to everyone connected with Kick to Connect, including: • Todd Stewart (Founder) and any future staff or contractors • Coaches, mentors and facilitators, whether paid or volunteer • Coaches undertaking a KTC coaching development program — Coaching Compass, Off Season Compass or 1-on-1 Compass — as a participant • Volunteers supporting sessions, events or administration • Young people and adult participants across all KTC programs • Parents, guardians and family members while attending KTC activities It applies to behaviour occurring during KTC sessions, clinics, camps and events, and to behaviour occurring outside those settings — including online — where it involves KTC members and affects relationships, safety or trust within the KTC community. 3. Policy Coverage This policy covers all Kick to Connect programs and activities, including but not limited to: • The 8-Week Youth Clinic (Connection Clinic) • Holiday Clinics • Your Crew Clinics (small group connection sessions) • Coaching Compass, Off Season Compass and 1-on-1 Compass • Any school-based, holiday, or one-off KTC program, wherever it is delivered 4. Discrimination and Harassment 4.1 Discrimination Discrimination and harassment are unlawful under Australian federal and Western Australian state law, and KTC has a legal and ethical responsibility to ensure neither occurs in the course of its activities. The law is always the minimum standard of behaviour expected within KTC — any criminal offence will be reported to the appropriate authority. No person connected with KTC may treat another person less favourably on the basis of an attribute such as race, sex, age, marital status, sexuality, pregnancy, or intellectual or physical impairment or disability, than they would treat someone without that attribute in the same or similar circumstances. This includes indirect discrimination — applying a requirement, condition or practice that appears neutral but disproportionately disadvantages a particular group, even without any intention to discriminate. 4.2 Reasonable Adjustment KTC will not always anticipate every barrier a program, schedule, venue or activity may create for a particular person or group — including barriers connected to religion, culture, disability, or another protected attribute. Where a genuine barrier is raised, whether or not KTC had previously considered it, KTC will take reasonable steps to understand the concern and consider what adjustment, if any, is reasonably practicable in the circumstances. This is a commitment to genuinely consider and respond, not a guarantee that every request can be accommodated. Where an adjustment is not reasonably practicable, KTC will explain why, and will look for an alternative that still allows the person to participate wherever possible. 4.3 Harassment Harassment is unwelcome verbal, written or physical conduct directed at a person or group that a reasonable person would expect to be insulting, intimidating, humiliating, degrading or offensive. This includes but is not limited to: • Written, verbal or physical abuse or threats • Unwelcome physical contact • Sexual comments, jokes, propositions, or promises or threats made in return for sexual favours • Homophobic, transphobic or other discriminatory comments or behaviour • Jokes or comments directed at a person's body, appearance, age, race, disability, sexuality, marital status or pregnancy Sexual harassment specifically refers to any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that could reasonably be expected to offend, humiliate or intimidate. 4.4 Victimisation No person may subject, or threaten to subject, another person to any unfair treatment because that person has made, intends to make, or has supported someone else in making, a complaint under this policy. 5. Coach and Participant Relationships Coaches hold a position of trust and influence over the young people and families they work with. This power imbalance means personal or intimate relationships between coaches and participants are never appropriate, regardless of the participant's age, and are strictly prohibited. Should any coach become aware of an inappropriate approach or attachment from a participant, they must not act on it and must inform Todd Stewart or the nominated Child Safety Officer immediately. Sexual contact with a minor is a criminal offence under Western Australian law and will be reported to WA Police and the relevant child protection authority without exception. 6. Screening, Police, Working with Children and NDIS Checks KTC will not engage any person — paid or volunteer — to coach, mentor or otherwise supervise young people or NDIS participants without the following being satisfied first: • A current Working with Children Check (WWCC), valid for the duration of their involvement with KTC • A current National Police Certificate (NPC), issued within the last 6 months and renewed at that interval for as long as the person remains engaged with KTC • A current NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDIS Check), for any role involving contact with NDIS participants • Disclosure of any prior conviction for a serious sex offence or other offence relevant to working with children or vulnerable people • Completion of KTC's induction process, including reading and signing the relevant KTC handbook (see Section 7) Where a screening check raises a concern, KTC will not proceed with the engagement and, where required by law, will notify the relevant authority (such as the WA Department of Communities or the NDIS Commission). A detailed Child Safety Policy sits alongside this Member Protection Policy and sets out further procedures specific to child safety, supervision ratios and reporting. 6.1 Reporting Child Safety Concerns Under Western Australian law, mandatory reporting duties for child sexual abuse apply to a specific, named list of professions — including doctors, nurses, teachers, psychologists, police officers, school counsellors, and youth justice workers, among others. A sports coach or program founder is not currently included in that list, and KTC does not hold itself out as a legally mandated reporter on that basis. Regardless of this, KTC chooses to hold itself to the same standard as a mandated reporter. Any reasonable concern that a child has been, or is at risk of being, abused or neglected will be reported to WA Police or the Department of Communities Child Protection and Family Support, regardless of who is involved. Any person — mandated or not — is entitled to make this kind of report, and receives the same legal protections of confidentiality and immunity as someone under a legal duty to do so. This commitment sits above and outside the complaints process set out in Section 9, and applies whether or not the person affected or their family wishes to proceed. 7. Handbooks and Acknowledgement This policy is supported by role-specific handbooks — the Parent Handbook, Coaches Handbook, Employee Handbook and Volunteer Handbook — which translate these principles into practical guidance for each group. Before beginning any role at KTC, coaches, staff and volunteers are required to read the relevant handbook and sign to confirm they have read, understood, and agree to comply with it and this Member Protection Policy. Signed acknowledgements will be kept on file for the duration of the person's involvement with KTC and for a reasonable period afterward, in line with KTC's Privacy Policy. 8. Roles and Responsibilities 8.1 Todd Stewart (Founder) • Produce, review and update this policy and the supporting handbooks • Ensure all coaches, staff and volunteers understand and comply with this policy • Ensure screening requirements (WWCC, NPC, NDIS Check) are met before any engagement begins • Handle or delegate the handling of complaints in line with the Complaints Handling Procedure 8.2 Coaches, Staff and Volunteers • Understand this policy and its relevance to their role at KTC • Comply with the applicable Code of Conduct and this policy at all times • Avoid any relationship or behaviour that could be seen as a breach of Section 5 • Raise any concern or suspected breach in line with the Complaints Handling Procedure • Ensure young people are never excluded or treated less favourably on the basis of a personal attribute 8.3 All Members and Families • Treat others with the respect and dignity KTC's values call for • Raise concerns honestly and in good faith, without malicious or frivolous complaints • Conduct themselves in a way that does not bring KTC, or the people connected to it, into disrepute 9. Complaints, Confidentiality and Reporting Any complaint or concern raised under this policy will be handled in line with KTC's Complaints Handling Procedure — promptly, seriously, sensitively and confidentially. KTC recognises natural justice as the minimum standard of fairness in investigating and responding to any complaint. Disciplinary action may be taken against anyone found to be in breach of this policy, anyone who victimises or retaliates against a person who has made a complaint in good faith, or anyone found to have made a knowingly false or vexatious complaint. The response taken will depend on the nature and severity of the matter and may range from a conversation and guidance through to suspension, removal from the program, or termination of employment or engagement, and may involve referral to police or another authority. Details of any complaint will be kept confidential and shared only with those who need to know in order to investigate and resolve it, or where KTC is required to disclose information by law. 10. Review This policy will be reviewed annually, or sooner if there is a relevant change in law, KTC's programs, or following any incident that highlights a gap in current practice. Recommended changes can be raised with Todd Stewart at any time. Once updated, the revised policy will be dated and circulated to all coaches, staff and volunteers, with re-acknowledgement requested where changes are material.

  • Terms and Conditions | Kick To Connect

    These Terms and Conditions form a legally binding agreement between you and Kick to Connect. By using our website or services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. ABOUT US Kick to Connect is a youth development organisation based in Perth, Western Australia. We use Australian rules football as a vehicle for connection, belonging, and personal growth. We offer youth programs and coaching development programs delivered in person at community oval locations in Perth. AGREEMENT TO THESE TERMS By using our services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old, have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement, and that the information you provide to us is accurate and current. CONDITIONS OF USE When using our website and services, you agree not to: Copy, modify, or distribute any of our content without written permission Use our services in a way that disrupts or abuses our website or networks Transmit harmful, fraudulent, or unlawful material Harvest or collect user data without consent Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of our services Use automated scripts or bots to access our website Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity Failure to comply may result in suspension or termination of your access. PRICING AND PAYMENTS All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and are inclusive of GST where applicable. Prices displayed on our website are a guide only and will be confirmed before any services are provided. We accept the following payment methods: Cash Visa Mastercard American Express Google Pay Apple Pay Wix Payments Payments are processed securely by licensed third-party payment providers. REFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY Full refund — if a participant cancels more than 10 days before the program start date 50% refund — if a participant cancels within 10 days of the program start date No refund — once a program has commenced If a participant is unable to continue due to injury or illness, please contact us at todd@kicktoconnect.com.au to discuss options. If Kick to Connect cancels a program for any reason, participants will receive a full refund or the option to transfer to an alternative program date. To request a cancellation or refund, contact Todd Stewart at todd@kicktoconnect.com.au . INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY All content on our website — including text, images, logos, and program materials — is owned by Kick to Connect and protected by Australian copyright law. You may not reproduce or distribute our content without prior written permission. For copyright concerns, visit: https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/C2017C00180 THIRD-PARTY SERVICES Our website uses third-party services including Wix and Google Analytics. We are not responsible for the content, availability, or practices of third-party services. ACCESSIBILITY We are committed to making our website accessible to everyone. We follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2) Level A. If you encounter an accessibility issue, please contact us at todd@kicktoconnect.com.au . LIMITATION OF LIABILITY To the maximum extent permitted by Australian law, our total liability to you will not exceed the total amount you have paid us. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services. Nothing in these Terms limits your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. DISPUTE RESOLUTION These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia. If a dispute arises, we ask that you contact us first at todd@kicktoconnect.com.au to resolve the matter informally. If the dispute cannot be resolved within 21 days, either party may pursue further action. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted at this page. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. CONTACT US Todd Stewart todd@kicktoconnect.com.au kicktoconnect.com.au

  • Cookie Policy | Kick To Connect

    COOKIE POLICY Effective date: 9 July 2026 We use cookies to help improve your experience on kicktoconnect.com.au. This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy and covers the use of cookies between your device and our site. If you don't wish to accept cookies from us, you can instruct your browser to refuse cookies from kicktoconnect.com.au. In some cases this may affect certain content or features on our site. WHAT IS A COOKIE? A cookie is a small piece of data that a website stores on your device when you visit. It typically contains information about the website, a unique identifier that allows the site to recognise your browser when you return, and additional data that serves the cookie's purpose. Cookies are used to enable certain features, track site usage, store your settings, and personalise your experience. First-party cookies are set by the website you're visiting and typically only track your activity on that site. Third-party cookies are set by other companies and can track you across websites that use the same third-party service. HOW WE USE COOKIES Essential Cookies These are necessary for our website to function. They enable core features and cannot be disabled. Functionality Cookies These collect information about your device and settings to provide you with a better, more personalised experience. HOW TO CONTROL COOKIES You have the right to accept or reject cookies on our website. You can manage your preferences through your web browser settings. As each browser is different, please consult the help section of your browser for instructions. If you choose to disable cookies, you may still use our website, though some features may not be available. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The current version will always be available on this page, with the effective date shown at the top. CONTACT US For any questions about our Cookie Policy: Todd Stewart todd@kicktoconnect.com.au kicktoconnect.com.au

  • Complaints Handling Procedure | Kick To Connect

    Complaints Handling Procedure 1. Purpose Kick to Connect wants every person connected with our programs — young people, parents, coaches, volunteers and staff — to feel safe raising a concern, and confident that it will be taken seriously. This procedure sets out how a concern or complaint is raised, what happens next, and how long it should take. A concern doesn't need to be about something serious to be worth raising. Whether it's a scheduling issue, a behaviour that didn't sit right, or something that made a young person feel unsafe or unwelcome, KTC would rather hear about it early than have it go unspoken. 2. Who This Applies To, and What Can Be Raised This procedure applies to any complaint or concern raised by a young person, parent or guardian, coach — whether delivering a KTC program or undertaking one, such as Coaching Compass, Off Season Compass or 1-on-1 Compass — volunteer, staff member, or any other person connected with a KTC program. It covers concerns about: • The behaviour or conduct of a coach, volunteer, staff member, or another participant • A breach, or suspected breach, of the KTC Member Protection Policy or Child Safety Policy • Discrimination, harassment, bullying, or a young person feeling unsafe or excluded • The way a program, session or decision was handled • Anything else that doesn't feel right, even if it's hard to put into words Concerns about immediate danger to a child, or disclosures of abuse, are treated differently — see Step 2 below, which takes priority over the rest of this process. 3. Our Principles • Every concern is taken seriously, regardless of who raises it or how it's raised • Confidentiality is respected — information is only shared with people who genuinely need to know, in order to resolve the matter • No one will be treated unfairly, excluded, or retaliated against for raising a concern in good faith • Natural justice applies — anyone whose conduct is in question will be given a fair opportunity to respond • KTC will respond promptly, and will keep the person who raised the concern informed of progress, within the limits of confidentiality 4. How to Raise a Concern or Complaint A concern can be raised with Todd Stewart directly — in person, by phone, by email, or in writing — in whatever way feels most comfortable. It doesn't need to be formal, and the person raising it doesn't need to put it in writing themselves for it to be taken seriously — requiring that would put up a barrier for exactly the people this procedure is meant to protect. Whatever way a concern is raised, KTC will record it in writing at the time — noting what was said, when, and by whom — so there is always an accurate written record to work from, even where the complaint itself was made verbally. Where possible, this written record will be shared back with the person who raised the concern for them to confirm it reflects what they meant — the writing is done by KTC, not asked of them. 4.1 If Your Complaint Is About Todd Stewart Where a concern involves Todd Stewart directly, it doesn't need to go through Todd at all — it can be raised directly with any of the following independent bodies, depending on what the concern involves: • Equal Opportunity Commission WA — for discrimination, harassment or victimisation. An independent statutory body that investigates and conciliates complaints, including on behalf of a child by a parent or guardian. Phone (08) 9216 3900, email eoc@eoc.wa.gov.au • Sport Integrity Australia (Safe Sport Hotline) — 1800 161 361, for anyone in sport to be heard, supported and pointed toward the right next step • Crisis Care Helpline WA — 1800 199 008 (or (08) 9223 1111 metro), the after-hours service of the Department of Communities Child Protection, for any concern about a child's safety or wellbeing For anything involving immediate danger to a child, contact Police on 000 first — see Step 2 of the process in Section 6. 5. Informal or Formal — Your Choice Not every concern needs a full investigation, and it's up to the person raising it to decide how they want it handled — unless the nature of the concern means KTC needs to take it further regardless (see Step 2 below). • Informal: you want the issue addressed quietly — for example, a conversation with the person involved, a change to how something is run, or a heads-up so it doesn't happen again. This can often be sorted out quickly, without a formal process. • Formal: you want the concern properly looked into, recorded, and responded to through the process set out in Section 6. A concern can move from informal to formal at any point — for example, if an informal conversation doesn't resolve things, or if new information comes to light. 5.1 Mediation Where a concern involves a disagreement or breakdown between two people rather than a serious breach of policy, KTC may offer mediation — a facilitated conversation with a neutral third person — as a way to resolve things directly, either instead of or alongside the process in Section 6. Mediation is only used where both people agree to it, and is never used for matters involving a child's safety. 6. The Process We Follow Step 1 — Listen and Identify: Every concern raised is heard and acknowledged. KTC identifies whether it involves immediate danger, a disclosure of abuse, a breach of policy, or a lower-level concern, so it can be responded to appropriately. Step 2 — Immediate Safety First: If a young person is in immediate danger, or has disclosed physical harm or abuse, KTC will contact Police (000) and, if needed, Ambulance, before anything else. This step always comes first, ahead of any internal process, and ahead of the informal/formal choice in Section 5. Step 3 — Report: Where required, KTC will report to the relevant authority — this may include WA Police, the Department of Communities Child Protection and Family Support (1800 273 889), the NDIS Commission, or the Working with Children Screening Unit, depending on the nature of the concern. This happens alongside, not instead of, supporting the people involved. Step 4 — Investigate: Todd Stewart looks into the matter, giving everyone involved a fair chance to share their side. Where the complaint concerns Todd himself, it is not investigated internally — it is directed to one of the independent bodies listed in Section 4.1 instead. Step 5 — Resolve: A decision is made on next steps, which may include a conversation and guidance, a change to how a session or program runs, mediation between the parties, or disciplinary action up to removal from the program or termination of a role. The response will match the seriousness of the concern. Step 6 — Follow Up: The person who raised the concern is told the outcome, to the extent that confidentiality allows, and is offered support such as a debrief or a referral to counselling services if relevant. KTC continues to check in afterward, particularly where the concern involved a young person. 7. Timeframes KTC aims to acknowledge every concern within 2 business days, and to reach a resolution or provide a clear update within 15 business days. Matters involving immediate safety are actioned straight away, ahead of any timeframe. Where a matter is complex or involves an external authority, KTC will explain the delay and keep the person updated. 8. You Can Also Contact These Bodies Directly A concern doesn't have to come through KTC first. Anyone can contact the following directly, at any time: • Police — 000 (emergency) or 131 444 (non-emergency) • WA Department of Communities, Child Protection and Family Support — 1800 273 889 • Crisis Care Helpline WA — 1800 199 008 (or (08) 9223 1111 metro), after-hours child protection support • Kids Helpline — 1800 55 1800 (free, 24/7, for young people aged 5–25) • 1800RESPECT — 1800 737 732 (sexual assault, domestic and family violence) • Equal Opportunity Commission WA — (08) 9216 3900, for discrimination, harassment or victimisation • Sport Integrity Australia (Safe Sport Hotline) — 1800 161 361 • NDIS Commission — 1800 035 544 (for NDIS-related concerns) 9. For Young People: How to Speak Up All you need to do is be you at KTC — and that means it's always okay to speak up if something doesn't feel right. This section is written for the young people in our programs, in plain language. If something happens at KTC that makes you feel unsafe, uncomfortable, upset, or just not okay — you can tell someone. It doesn't matter how big or small it feels. You won't get in trouble for speaking up, and it won't change how we see you.You can talk to: your coach (if it's not about them), Todd, a parent or trusted adult, or you can call Kids Helpline any time on 1800 55 1800 — they're free to call and you don't have to give your name.You can tell someone in person, ask a parent to help you tell someone, write it down, or ask a friend to come with you. However you tell us is okay.What happens next: an adult will listen to you properly, without judging you. We'll figure out what needs to happen to help. We'll let you know what's happening, as much as we're able to. You will not be in trouble for speaking up, ever. 10. Confidentiality and Records Details of a complaint are kept confidential and are only shared with people who need to know in order to investigate and resolve it, or where KTC is legally required to disclose them. A record of the concern, the steps taken, and the outcome is kept on file, in line with KTC's Privacy Policy.11. ReviewThis procedure is reviewed annually, or sooner following any matter that highlights a gap in how KTC responds. Feedback on this process is welcome at any time and can be raised directly with Todd Stewart.

  • Holiday Clinics | Kick To Connect

    School Holiday Clinics Football, connection and a few days to remember. Time to connect and grow over school holidays Kick to Connect welcomes: Young people aged 6–18 All abilities welcome — complete beginner to club player, to talent pathway participant who want to be leaders. We all work together to create and thrive in a safe environment where everyone is welcomed for who they are, not their ability. Kids who love footy and kids who just want to belong A few days can change more than you'd expect. Here's what tends to stay with them: A sense of belonging in a new group of people Confidence to show up somewhere new and find their place New connections — often with people they wouldn't have met otherwise A taste of what's possible when the pressure is removed The feeling that sport can be joyful and fun A moment where they lifted someone else, often without even realising it That being their authentic self is something they can't get wrong The Journey Empowering purpose and growth through connection. Belong Feel safe Feel included Find your place Grow Grow your skills Grow your confidence Grow your voice Lead Use what you've found to lift the people around you. How each session unfolds Check in We start by arriving together and check in on each other Reflection What did we learn? What did we notice? About ourselves. About each other. Activities Football skills with woven in guided challenges Take home Activities where your child shares skills and leads conversations. A few days can make more of a change than you'd expect.

  • Mandatory Reporting Policy | Kick To Connect

    Mandatory Reporting Policy This policy is designed to work alongside the KTC Member Protection Policy and Child Safety Policy. It explains, honestly and specifically, what Western Australian law requires KTC to report, and what KTC commits to beyond that legal minimum. 1. PurposeThis policy sets out, clearly and accurately, KTC's position on reporting child safety concerns to authorities — what Western Australian law requires, and what KTC commits to as a matter of its own standard, regardless of that legal minimum.KTC would rather be precise about this than vague. Overstating a legal obligation is just as unhelpful as understating one — both leave people unsure what will actually happen if they raise a concern. This policy is written to remove that uncertainty. 2. What Western Australian Law RequiresMandatory reporting in Western Australia is governed by the Children and Community Services Act 2004 (WA). It requires a specific, named list of professions to report reasonable beliefs of child sexual abuse to the Department of Communities. As of 1 May 2025, this list is complete at 14 professions: WA's 14 legally mandated reporter groups (child sexual abuse only) DoctorsNurses and midwivesTeachers (including TAFE lecturers) Police officers Psychologists School counsellors Boarding supervisors Ministers of religion Out-of-home care workers Early childhood workers Departmental officers (Dept. of Communities) Assessors appointed under s125A of the Act Youth justice workers (justice/custodial system roles only) A sports coach, program founder, or general youth worker is not on this list. Youth justice worker refers specifically to roles within the youth justice and custodial system — youth justice officers, youth parole officers and youth justice custodial workers — not community youth work, sport-based youth development, or similar roles. This means Todd Stewart, KTC's coaches, and KTC's volunteers are not currently legally mandated reporters under Western Australian law. This is a factual statement about legal classification, not a description of how seriously KTC treats child safety. Western Australia's mandatory reporting duty is also narrower in scope than some other states — it applies to reasonable belief of child sexual abuse specifically. It does not extend, as a legal duty, to physical abuse, neglect, emotional abuse, or exposure to family violence, though KTC's own commitment in Section 3 is not limited in the same way. 3. What KTC Commits to, Regardless Any person in Western Australia — mandated or not — is legally entitled to make a voluntary report about a child safety concern, and receives the same protections of confidentiality and immunity from liability as someone under a legal duty to report.KTC chooses to hold itself to the same standard as a mandated reporter, and goes further than the legal minimum in two ways: • KTC will report any reasonable concern that a child has been, or is at risk of being, sexually abused — matching the legal threshold that applies to mandated reporters • KTC will also report reasonable concerns involving physical abuse, neglect, emotional abuse, or exposure to family violence — even though Western Australian law does not require this of a mandated reporter, let alone someone outside the mandated listThis commitment applies to Todd Stewart, and to every coach, volunteer and staff member engaged by KTC. It is a condition of involvement with KTC, set out in the KTC Member Protection Policy and the relevant KTC handbook. 4. How a Report Is MadeWhere a concern meets the threshold in Section 3, KTC will report it as follows: • Immediate danger to a child — contact WA Police on 000 first, without delay • Sexual abuse — reported to the Department of Communities' Mandatory Reporting Service, using the same process a legally mandated reporter would follow • Other serious concerns (physical abuse, neglect, emotional abuse, exposure to family violence) — reported to WA Police or the Department of Communities Child Protection and Family Support (Crisis Care WA, 1800 199 008 after hours) A report is made regardless of whether the person affected, or their family, wishes to proceed. This sits above and outside KTC's Complaints Handling Procedure — a report to authorities is not a substitute for, or dependent on, an internal complaint being lodged. 5. Confidentiality and Protection for the ReporterAnyone who raises a concern in good faith — whether it becomes a formal report or not — is protected from victimisation under the KTC Member Protection Policy. Details of a report are kept confidential and shared only with the relevant authority and those who genuinely need to know. 6. ReviewThis policy is reviewed annually, or sooner if Western Australian mandatory reporting law changes, or if a review of Section 2's classification list is needed following any legislative update. Feedback on this policy is welcome at any time and can be raised directly with Todd Stewart.

  • Home | Kick To Connect

    Welcome to Kick to Connect Empowering purpose and growth through connection. You're in the right place... If you're a parent, you've watched your child carry pressure they didn't ask for — comparisons, performance anxiety, not feeling good enough. If you're a coach, you've felt the weight of not knowing if you're getting it right. Kick to Connect exists for both of you. Whether you're here for your child or for yourself — the first step is the same. A conversation. That's all it takes to begin. For Coaches For Parents What we offer Kick to Connect supports young people — and the coaches who guide them — to build confidence, connection, and purpose through sport. Youth Programs Coaching Experiences Youth Programs Connection Clincs Eight weeks of football held during the school term for connection and growth. Open to every young person, no matter their ability or experience. Learn More School Holiday Clinics The same program, the same philosophy — condensed into the school holidays. Learn More Your Crew Clinics A five-week program for small groups of friends, siblings or teammates who want to grow closer — to themselves and each other. Learn More Coaching Experiences Coaching Compass A development program for coaches ready to understand the influence they carry — and use it well. Learn More Off Season Compass For new coaches and returning ones alike — an honest look at who you are as a coach and who you want to become. Learn More 1 on 1 Compass Personalised coaching mentorship for those who want to go deeper — available after completing a Compass program. Learn More Whoever you are — there's a place for you here.

  • Privacy Policy | Kick To Connect

    PRIVACY POLICY Effective date: 9 July 2026 · Last updated: 9 July 2026 Your privacy is important to us. It is our policy to respect your privacy and comply with any applicable law and regulation regarding any personal information we may collect about you, including across our website kicktoconnect.com.au. INFORMATION WE COLLECT Information we collect falls into two categories — information you voluntarily provide us, and information automatically collected when you use our website. Log Data When you visit our website, our servers may automatically log standard data including your device's IP address, browser type and version, pages visited, time and date of visit, and time spent on each page. Device Data When you visit our website we may automatically collect data about your device including device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers. Personal Information We may ask for personal information when you contact us, including your name, email address, and phone number. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION We collect and use your personal information to: Provide our core services and respond to your enquiries Contact and communicate with you Conduct analytics and improve our website Maintain internal records and administration Comply with legal obligations Prevent security and fraud issues DISCLOSURE TO THIRD PARTIES We may disclose your personal information to third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and services. Third parties we currently use include Google Analytics and Wix. We may also disclose personal information where required by law, in connection with legal proceedings, or to establish or defend our legal rights. STORAGE AND SECURITY Your personal information is stored and processed in Australia. We protect your information within commercially acceptable means to prevent loss, theft, and unauthorised access. No method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. HOW LONG WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION We keep your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected. If your information is no longer required, we will delete it or make it anonymous. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY We do not direct our website or services at children under the age of 13 and do not knowingly collect personal information about children under 13. YOUR RIGHTS You have the right to: Access the personal information we hold about you Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information Opt out of marketing communications at any time Make a complaint if you believe we have breached applicable privacy law CONTACT US For any questions or concerns regarding your privacy: Todd Stewart todd@kicktoconnect.com.au kicktoconnect.com.au CHANGES TO THIS POLICY We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted at this page. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

  • Connection Clinics | Kick To Connect

    Connection Clinics Eight weeks of football, connection and growth — held during the school term Register Your Interest for the Pilot Program The only thing they need to bring, is themselves Kick to Connect welcomes: Young people aged 6–18 All abilities welcome — complete beginner to club player, to talent pathway participant who want to be leaders. We all work together to create and thrive in a safe environment where everyone is welcomed for who they are, not their ability. Kids who love footy and kids who just want to belong What your child walks away with A stronger sense of belonging and connection Confidence not tied to comparison or pressure Clearer self-worth and healthier decision-making Improved ability to communicate with peers and family Emerging leadership — lifting others while being their best selves The Kick to Connect Journey Empowering purpose and growth through connection. Belong Feel safe Feel included Find your place Grow Grow your skills Grow your confidence Grow your voice Lead Use what you've found to lift the people around you. How each session unfolds Check in We start by arriving together and check in on each other. Reflection What did we learn? What did we notice? About ourselves. About each other. Activities Football skills with woven in guided challenges. Take home Activities where your child shares skills and leads conversations. Pilot Program Booking Details When Starting Saturday, 21 November, running through to Saturday, 12 December Where TBC Pricing $180, founding cohort rate (only charged once your place is confirmed) Open to ages 6-14, with 20 places available for this pilot Reserve your spot now First Name Last Name Email Child's Name Child's Age Suburb/Location Has your child played footy before? Tell us a bit about their experience — or, if not, what makes this feel like a good starting point for them Anything you'd like to share about your child — including anything we should know to support them well? How did you hear about us Choose an option Connect Now Thanks for Connecting We will be in contact within 2 days to confirm your registration and organise payment Joy isn't nice to have. It's the whole point. It starts with a conversation.

  • Off Season Compass | Kick To Connect

    Off Season Compass A Coaching Compass program — delivered in the off season. The season is over. Now is when you get honest about who you actually were — and whether that was truly you. Because that's where the real work begins. What it is and what it isn't? The Off Season Compass is not an accreditation program. It won't give you a drill sheet, a game plan template, or a certificate to frame on the wall. What we will do together Debrief — look back honestly What happened this season. Not the results — the moments. Where did you show up the way you wanted to? Where did old habits creep back in? Where did a young person need something you weren't sure how to give? Rebuild — build forward with intention. Who do you want to be next season — before it starts. We support in building the environment before the first training session. So players not they're safe and soon as they arrive. The philosophy is the same one the Coaching Compass is built on: the young person's development matters more than the coach's significance. The off season is simply the best time to actually do something with that belief — before next season starts and the noise begins again. Who's in the room? Both new coaches and returning ones — deliberately. New coaches come with a blank page. Returning coaches come with a full season of real material. What happens when both are in the same room is one of the most valuable parts of the program — the returning coach reflects openly, the new coach realises growth isn't a weakness, and both leave differently. The most powerful thing is what coaches learn from each other. What we work though The program moves through five areas: Who you are as a coach Connection before coaching Designing environments that serve young people Communicating with clarity Care, and reflecting for growth Each builds on the last Connection is our focus Connection to Self Your identity and why you coach Connection to Players How to create an environment young people feel seen and want to be a part of Connection to your role Serving the development of your players over your own needs Connection to your values How to show up consistently, regardless of results What Coaches leave with Clarity About who you are and why you coach Confidence Not from needing to be the expert, but from knowing their purpose is to serve Consistency Showing up reliably, recognisably themselves Who do you want to be before next season starts? That conversation begins here. Connect with us and book your spot Booking Details When Choose from Tuesday or Wednesday evenings. Tuesdays: 3, 10, 17, 24 November, 6:00–8:00pm OR Wednesdays: 4, 11, 18, 25 November, 6:00–8:00pm You will be registering for the full 4-session program on your chosen night, not a single session. Where TBC Pricing $180, founding cohort rate (only charged once your place is confirmed) We're deliberately curating a good mix of experience in coaching for each cohort. Each program is capped to 10 to ensure your experience is personal Reserve your spot now First Name Last Name Email Program Day Which day suits you Coaching Experience How many years have you been coaching How did you hear about us Choose an option Tell us why the Coaching Compass resonates with you I have read and understood the Coaching Compass Participant Agreement and agree to its terms. Coaching Compass Participant Agreement Connect Now Thanks for Connecting We will be in contact within 2 days to confirm your registration and organise payment

  • About | Kick To Connect

    Why Kick to Connect Exists Young people spend so much of their lives feeling that they don't belong — and changing who they are trying to find their place. Kick to Connect exists to give them somewhere they don't have to do that. A place where they can be completely comfortable in who they are, whilst playing a sport they love. When a young person is truly themselves, their people find them. And for the coaches who guide them, a place to understand the influence they carry, and the clarity, confidence and consistency to use it well. Because the environment a coach creates shapes everything. And who they are shapes that environment. "I believe a lack of connection to self can quietly hinder your connection to everything else. And sometimes all it takes is one thought, one word, one action to spark that connection to your authentic self." Hi. I'm Todd. I've spent thirty years in football and the last several in youth work, community support and coaching development. What I found across all of it is the same thing — when people feel genuinely safe and comfortable in who they are, they find their own way. Want the full story? What's our why? Our belief- A lack of connection to self can quietly hinder your connection to everything else. Our mission — to ignite growth in young people and the coaches who guide them, through connection and football. Our vision — a world where young people of all ages and abilities are "Living Potential". Our Values Connect and Care Connection is where everything starts. Purpose over Pressure Show up as yourself. That's enough. Safety, Fun and Joy Safe to belong. Joy in the journey. Confidence without Comparison Your pace. Your journey. No judgement. The full story Most people start with what they do. I want to start with why. I spent fifteen years playing football — from community ovals through talent pathways and back again. Until the day I realised the joy had gone. Not because football changed. Because somewhere along the way, performing replaced playing. Pressure replaced purpose. And I stopped being myself on the field. That moment didn't just teach me something about football. It taught me something about people. I've been coaching since 2011. Community clubs. WAFL talent pathways. Senior WAFL teams. Years of standing on sidelines, working with players, and watching what happens when the environment gets it right — and when it doesn't. But it was when I moved my career from the corporate world into community support, disability support, and youth work — while continuing to coach — that something shifted. For the first time, both worlds were speaking to each other. Football and human development. Performance and people. And I found what coaching alone had never quite given me — a deep understanding of what people actually need to feel safe enough to grow. I spent a year working directly with community coaches. The ones who show up every weekend because they care. Not because they're qualified. Not because they're paid. Because someone has to, and they put their hand up. Those coaches don't need more drills or more tactics. They need support understanding the power of connection. They need Clarity, Confidence and Consistency. They need someone to do for them what they're trying to do for their players. That's where I knew that across every role I've held, the thread has been the same. A belief that when a person feels genuinely safe — not judged, not measured, not compared to anyone else — they find their own way. They don't need to be fixed. They need room to be themselves. That belief is what drives everything I do. If any of this resonates with you — as a parent, a coach, or someone who simply believes young people deserve better — you're already part of the why. Want to know more about what we're building? We'd love to hear from you.

  • 1 on 1 Compass | Kick To Connect

    1 on 1 Coaching Compass Available to coaches who have completed the Coaching Compass or Off Season Compass. The group work gave you the self-understanding. This is where that gets specific. The support you receive Taking what you learned about yourself in the Compass and applying it directly to how you coach. Individualised mentoring with Todd who will attend training sessions and game day to see how that connection is going with your players in action. This includes feedback on player and group interactions and support building drills and game plans that reflect who you are and the connection you're building. What we work through How who you are actually shows up in your training sessions and drills Building drills and game plans that reflect your needs and the connection you're building with your group — not just borrowed structure The way you communicate with your players — on the track, at half-time, on game day Where it's landing, and where it isn't Someone to listen, support, or advise — whatever you actually need at the time Ongoing support as the season unfolds — not a one-off, something you can keep coming back to as new things come up You've started the journey. The 1-on-1 is simply the next step — more personal, more focused, more yours. We'd love to continue it with you

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