Member Welfare
Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Woolamai Beach Surf Lifesaving Club (WBSLSC) welcomes members from all cultures, religions and abilities. We welcome all. We strive to embrace and celebrate diversity by creating a safe, inclusive and positive environment for all.
Our Board supports this statement in its entirety and promotes respect, equality and equity within WBSLSC.
Our Club’s Commitment to the Membership: We Will
Be an inclusive organisation for all who choose to engage regardless of age, disability, gender, cultural, linguistic background and sexual orientation
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of others
Ensure cultural safety for all
Ensure member protection including the safeguarding of children and young people
Promote innovative thinking and respect progressive values of members
Actively listen to volunteers and community members
Act efficiently and effectively if this statement is not upheld in all areas of our Club and its activities
Member Protection Officer
Member Protection Officer’s (MPOS) are a volunteer position, aimed to support and protect members. Within the club, the MPO’s role is to provide support to members who wish to raise a grievance or concern, or have had one lodged against them. MPO’s can be the initial contact for members, and provide education around safeguarding children. Concerns raised with an MPO will be triaged according to the wishes of the individual.
MPO’s are qualified having completed Play by the Rules MPO training, Safeguarding Children Training, and having a current Working with Children Check.
Please see below for information from Life Saving Victoria on the role on MPOs in Victorian clubs.
https://lsv.com.au/clubs-members/support/member-welfare/
Woolamai’s current MPOs are below:
