Member Protection By-Law

The MPB sets out the procedures to be followed in dealing with complaints of harassment (which includes sexual harassment, racial harassment, sexuality harassment, disability harassment, abuse, child abuse, vilification and discrimination), in an effective, appropriate and timely manner. This includes procedures for informal and formal resolution of complaints and an appeal mechanism.

In summary, the MPB outlines the:

  • responsibilities of community cricket organization and persons under the MPB;
  • screening of Preferred Applicants and Existing Appointees in certain roles;
  • prohibiting Harassment; process for making a complaint;
  • process for hearing a complaint;
  • penalties which can be imposed;
  • appeals process.

To view a summarized version of the MPB click here. 

To view the complete MPB click here.

The VWCA has several Member Protection Officers to find and MPO click here.

The VWCA has developed a resource kit to assist clubs implement the MPB it contains a series of checklists and other important documents and information. The Checklists provided in this Kit were recently updated on August 10th, 2005. Checklist 1 to 3 contacin similar information to that from previous checklists, however are in a different format. Checklist 4 - Screening, is different to the last checklist provided on the screening process. A hard copy of all the new checklists will be provided at the next council meeting, the remainder of the Resource Kit is the same. Checklists are available below to download.

If your club is new or has misplaced the Resource Kit please contact the Club Administrator on 9653 1181 or email vwca@cricketvictoria.com.au for a copy.

  • Click here to view Checklist 1 - Awareness.  NEW
  • Click here to view Checklist 2 - Adopting the Policy.  NEW
  • Click here to view Checklist 3 - Education.  NEW
  • Click here to view Checklist 4 - Screening.  NEW
Information regarding Police Checks from Victoria Police as noted in Checklist 4 can be downloaded below.
  • Click here to view “National Police Certificates - Procedures for Organisations”  NEW
  • Click here to view  “National Police Certificates - Information Release Policy”   NEW
  • Click here to download a Consent to Police Check Form   NEW
To view a code of conduct as appears in the MPB please click on one of the titles below.

Play by the Rules is a great resource for all clubs. To learn more about the concept of sport being safe, fun and enjoyable for all check out the new interactive website for Play by the Rules click on the link http://www.playbytherules.net.au/. Play by the Rules, an online training and information resource for sport and recreation clubs and associations. Play by the Rules provides information on how to prevent and deal with inappropriate behavior including discrimination, harassment, favoritism, bias and various forms of abuse.