What do the guidelines suggest an inclusion policy should contain?
Guideline- Australia
- Sport Australia
- Trans and gender diverse inclusion
- All ages
- 2019 guidelines
- Club committees
Section 5.2 of the guidelines says organisations should adopt an inclusion policy, either standalone or within an existing policy such as a Member Protection Policy. Suggested elements are:
- A statement welcoming trans and gender diverse people, with participation based on affirmed gender identity where possible.
- A commitment to a safe environment.
- No gender-verification medical examinations, if applicable.
- Limited collection and disclosure of personal information.
- An inclusion officer as a contact point.
- A complaints process that is fair, confidential, accessible to children and allows anonymous complaints.
- Recognition that each person's transition or affirmation is individual.
- Correct pronoun use.
- A "common questions" section.
Section 5.1 adds that leaders should formally commit to inclusion, for example in governance documents, educate members, staff and volunteers, and may appoint inclusion "champions".
Added 24 Oct 2026