The Welsh Triathlon (WT) and British Triathlon (BT) aims to ensure that all people irrespective of their age, gender, disability, race, ethnic origin, creed, colour, social status, religious or sexual orientation, have a genuine and equal opportunity to participate in triathlon at all levels of performance and in all roles.

The WT & BT aims to ensure that all present and potential members/employees of the organizations receive fair and equal treatment through services provided.

It is the aim of WT & BT, in its relationship with its present and potential members/employees and in its provision of services not to disadvantage any individual by imposing any conditions or requirements, which cannot be fully justified.

In pursuance of this policy, WT & BT may take special measure/positive action for any group which is currently under represented in its membership, representative bodies or workforce taking account of the Race Relations Act (1976), Equal Pay Act (1970), Sex Discrimination Acts (1975, 1986), Disability Discrimination Act (1995).

In pursuance of this policy, WT & BT reserves the right to discipline any members/employers of WT or BT who practice any forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, gender, disability, race, ethnic origin, creed, colour, social status, religious or sexual orientation. WT & BT will maintain demographic records of its membership/employees.

WT & BT will monitor and evaluate the impact of this policy, and focus its services accordingly.

Celtic Junior Tri

This club is committed to ensuring that equity is incorporated across all aspects of its development. In doing so it acknowledges and adopts the following definition of sports equity:

Sports equity is about fairness in sport, equality of access, recognising inequalities and taking steps to address them. It is about changing the culture and structure of sport to ensure it becomes equally accessible to everyone in society.

The club respects the rights, dignity and worth of every person and will treat everyone equally within the context of their sport, regardless of age, ability, gender, race, ethnicity, religious belief, sexuality or social/economic status.

The club is committed to everyone having the right to enjoy their sport in an environment free from threat of intimidation, harassment and abuse.

All club members have a responsibility to oppose discriminatory behaviour and promote equality of opportunity.

The club will deal with any incidence of discriminatory behaviour seriously, according to club disciplinary procedures.

• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all athletes, officials and volunteers at all times.
• Treat everyone equally regardless of age, sex, ethnic origin, religion, political persuasion, sexual orientation or physical disability.
• Consider the well being and safety of participants before the development of performance.
• Develop an appropriate working relationship with performers, based on mutual trust and respect.
• Make sure all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part.
• Promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play).
• Display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance.
• Follow all guidelines laid down by Welsh Triathlon and British Triathlon and the Race Organiser or Triathlon Club.
• Hold the appropriate, valid qualifications and insurance cover.
• Never exert undue influence over performers to obtain personal benefit or reward.
• Never condone rule violations, rough play or the use of prohibitive substances.
• Encourage performers to value their performances and not just results.
  

Celtic Junior Tri is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its members. The club believes that it is important that members, coaches, administrators and parents associated with the club should, at all times, show respect and understanding for the safety and welfare of others. Therefore, members are encouraged to be open at all times and to share any concerns or complaints that they may have about any aspect of the club with Karen Burrows(Welfare Officer). As a member of Celtic Junior Tri you are expected to abide by the following member’s code of conduct:

• All members must play within the rules and respect officials, coaches, volunteers and their decisions.
• All members must respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
• Members should keep to agreed timings for training and competitions or inform their coach or team manager if they are going to be late.
• Members must support and encourage good practice and correct actions at all times.
• Members must wear suitable kit – list compulsory items– for training sessions, as agreed with the coach/team manager.
• Members must pay any fees for training or events promptly.
• Members are not allowed to smoke on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions.
• Members are not allowed to consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises or whilst representing the club.
• Members are encouraged to communicate with leaders and all other club members.
• Members must wait with coach or other club official whilst waiting for parent to pick them up.
• Members must ask permission from the coach/session leader before getting a drink, using the toilet or the alike rather than just leaving.
• Members must notify the coach/session leader of any injuries or any immediate medical problems/concerns.
  

March 28th 2007 saw the formation of Celtic Junior Tri and the appointment of the committee. As stated the clubs constitiution there will be a minimum of four meetings throughout the year and an annual general meeting which will be on March 26th 2008.