Club Policies
Scottish Hockey is committed to organising the sport of hockey within a strict ethical framework.
The values that the Scottish Hockey holds, which GHK supports can be stated as:
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A sport that values “fair play”
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A sport that is free from doping
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A sport that provides a safe environment for young and vulnerable people
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An equitable sport where everyone can participate to the best of their abilities whether that is as a player, coach, umpire, official or other volunteer.
As a club we are committed to the safe guarding and protection of all our members from Juniors through to Senior level. Below are our Code of Conduct, Child Protection and Social Media Policy. All players, coaches, umpires, volunteers and parents associated with GHK Ladies Hockey Club are expected to follow these policies.
All members of the club and parents of those under 18 are expected to have read these documents and by registering with the club you are agreeing to adhere to them.
Face Mask Policy
GHK strongly recommend that face masks should be worn across all age groups and playing formats when defending a Penalty Corner. The responsibility for providing and using face masks remains with the player and/or their parents or guardians.
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Equality and Diversity Policy
Scottish Hockey has implemented an Equality and Diversity Policy for the sport.​ GHK is committed to ensuring that no player in our club faces discrimination and we welcome all players to our sport. We recognise that historically, LGBT+ people have been discriminated against in sport. Our club will not tolerate discrimination of any kind and wishes to support the inclusion of LGBT+ people at GHK. Please download a copy of Scottish Hockey's Equality and Diversity Policy.
Policy and Procedures for Trans or Transgender Hockey Players
GHK supports Transgender Hockey Players in our sport. Please download Scottish Hockey’s Policy and Procedures for Trans or Transgender Hockey Players