REPORT AN INTEGRITY CONCERN
This page provides a way to report any concerns or allegations that may breach the Rules and Policies of American Football South Australia (AFSA).
AFSA adopts and accepts the National Integrity Framework as per
American Football Australia and Sports Integrity Australia
Report an integrity concern
You can use this reporting process to raise issues including (but not limited to):
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Vilification or discrimination
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Wagering or the use of illicit substances
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Child safety concerns, including grooming
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Sexual or physical assault
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Security or risk-related issues at AFSA-affiliated venues or events
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Reporting Options
You can make a report in one of the following ways:
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Online Reporting Portal – Submit a report online (anonymously, if preferred).
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Email – Send a report to integrity@americanfootballsa.org.au
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Phone – Contact Sports Integrity Australia on 1800 161 361
You can also access more information about:
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Safeguarding Children and Young People
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Respect and Responsibility
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What Happens After You Report?
Both the online portal and email reporting systems are designed to gather relevant information for AFSA and its affiliated organisations.
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You will only be contacted by an AFSA staff member if necessary.
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If the report is more appropriately managed by an affiliated League or Club, AFSA may share the information with the relevant organisation for further assessment and action.
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In Case of Emergency
If your concern is urgent or involves immediate danger, please contact emergency services:
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Police – Call 000
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Crime Stoppers – Call 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au
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Support Services
If you or someone else needs mental health or wellbeing support, the following services are available 24/7 (unless otherwise noted):
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Lifeline – 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au
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13YARN – 13 92 76 | www.13yarn.org.au
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Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636 | www.beyondblue.org.au
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1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732 | www.1800respect.org.au
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Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 | www.kidshelpline.com.au
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Headspace (9am – 1am AEST daily) – 1800 650 890 | www.headspace.org.au
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Raise Concerns with Sports Integrity Australia
If you would prefer to raise your concern directly with Sports Integrity Australia, click here to visit their website.