CODE OF CONDUCT

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR THE PROTECTION OF MINORS AND FOR THE PREVENTION OF HARASSMENT, GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE, AND ANY OTHER FORM OF DISCRIMINATION

Art. 1 – General Principles

AL2 Sport SSDaRL recognizes and guarantees the right of all Registered Members to be treated with respect and dignity. Every Member is required to maintain a respectful, fair sporting environment free from any form of abuse, violence, and discrimination. The primary right of Members is to be treated with respect and dignity and to be protected from all forms of abuse, harassment, gender-based violence, and any other type of discrimination as provided for by Legislative Decree no. 198/2006, regardless of ethnic origin, personal beliefs, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, political opinion, religion, economic status, birth, physical, intellectual, relational, or sporting condition.

AL2 Sport SSDaRL recognizes and guarantees the full protection of the right to physical and psychological health and well-being of its Members, especially minors, as a predominant and overriding value, even over sporting results.

This Code of Conduct is an integral part of the Organizational, Management and Control Model of Sports Activities and implements its objectives.

Art. 2 – Scope of Application

This code applies to:

• all Registered Members of AL2 Sport SSDaRL;

• all workers, collaborators, volunteers, and in general all sports operators of AL2 Sport SSDaRL who, in any capacity or role, are in contact with Athletes or involved in sports activities;

• all those who, in any capacity, have dealings with AL2 Sport SSDaRL and are in contact with Athletes.

Art. 3 – Types of Abuse, Violence and Discrimination

To safeguard and protect Members, the following constitute relevant conduct for the safeguarding policy:

a) “Psychological abuse”: any unwanted act, including disrespect, confinement, oppression, isolation, or any treatment that may affect the sense of identity, dignity, and self-esteem, or intimidate, disturb, or alter the mental state of the Member, even if carried out through digital tools.

b) “Physical abuse”: any act, whether actual or attempted (including hitting, punching, beating, choking, slapping, kicking, or throwing objects), that is capable, either actually or potentially, of causing direct or indirect harm to health, trauma, physical injuries, or impairs the psycho-physical development of a minor, thus compromising their healthy and serene growth. This also includes forcing Members to perform inappropriate physical activities (e.g. administering training loads inappropriate to age, gender, structure, and physical ability), forcing sick or injured Athletes to train, and the improper, excessive, illegal, or arbitrary use of sports equipment. Also included are behaviors that promote the use of alcohol, prohibited substances, or doping practices.

c) “Sexual harassment”: any unwelcome and unwanted act or behavior of a sexual nature, whether verbal, non-verbal, or physical, that causes significant discomfort or disturbance. This can include inappropriate body language, sexually explicit remarks or insinuations, unwelcome sexual advances or messages (including emails, texts, letters, or any other sexual communication), especially if intimidating, degrading, or humiliating.

d) “Sexual abuse”: any behavior or conduct of a sexual nature, with or without physical contact, that is unwanted or where consent is coerced, manipulated, not given, or denied. This includes forcing a Member to engage in inappropriate or unwanted sexual acts or observing them in inappropriate contexts.

e) “Negligence”: the failure of a manager, coach, or any Member to act—due to the duties of their role—after becoming aware of one of the incidents, behaviors, or acts described in this document, resulting in harm or creating a risk of harm. It may also include persistent and systematic neglect of the physical and/or psychological needs of a Member.

f) “Neglect”: failure to meet basic physical, medical, educational, or emotional needs.

g) “Religious-based abuse”: preventing, limiting, or conditioning the right to freely practice one’s religion and worship publicly or privately, provided that the rites are not contrary to public decency.

h) “Bullying and cyberbullying”: any offensive and/or aggressive behavior by an individual or group, either in person or through social media or other communication tools, whether isolated or repeated over time, against one or more Members, with the intent to assert power or dominance. This includes repeated humiliation, criticisms of physical appearance, verbal threats, gossip, or intimidation related to sporting performance or threats to damage property.

i) “Discriminatory behavior”: any behavior aimed at causing discriminatory effects based on ethnicity, color, physical traits, gender, socio-economic status, sporting performance and ability, religion, personal beliefs, disability, age, or sexual orientation.

Art. 4 – General Code of Conduct for Members

Members and anyone involved in sports activities in any capacity must:

• avoid discriminatory behavior and any inappropriate attitude based on ethnic origin, personal beliefs, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, political opinion, religion, economic condition, birth, physical or intellectual condition, or any other characteristic;

• refrain from offensive, threatening, or aggressive behavior;

• avoid hitting, physically assaulting, or psychologically/physically abusing others;

• avoid psychological behaviors that may negatively affect the socio-relational development of others;

• behave in ways that set a positive example, especially for minors;

• refrain from establishing relationships with minors that could be considered exploitative, abusive, or sexual in nature;

• use appropriate language and avoid offensive or abusive suggestions;

• behave appropriately for their role and avoid sexually provocative conduct;

• avoid establishing online contact with minor Members using personal communication tools (email, chat, social media, etc.) outside of official purposes;

• uphold the principles of this Code and not tolerate or participate in illegal or abusive behaviors;

• avoid organizing informal gatherings with minor Athletes without parental consent;

• protect minors’ emotional wellbeing and avoid behaviors that shame, humiliate, or emotionally abuse others;

• avoid favoritism or unequal treatment of others;

• act with integrity and fairness in all sports-related activities and treat others with respect;

• avoid inappropriate or suggestive verbal or body language, even during games or jokes;

• ensure the health and safety of fellow Members and maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive environment;

• support others’ educational and sporting development;

• balance sports with personal and social wellbeing, highlighting recreational and relational aspects;

• maintain balanced relationships with those responsible for minors;

• use healthy, effective communication to prevent disputes or conflicts;

• proactively address manipulative, offensive, or aggressive behaviors;

• collaborate with others in preventing and responding to abuse, violence, and discrimination;

• comply with the Conduct Rules in Art. 3 of the Organizational Model and report any inconsistencies to the Safeguarding Officer;

• promptly report to the Safeguarding Officer any situation—actual or potential—that poses a risk, fear, or discomfort to themselves or others.

Art. 5 – Duties and Obligations of Sports Managers and Coaches

Sports Managers and Coaches must:

• act to prevent and combat all forms of abuse, violence, and discrimination;

• actively work to remove obstacles to the well-being and participation of Athletes;

• avoid abusing their position of trust, power, or influence, especially with minors;

• contribute to the educational and balanced growth of Members, especially minors;

• avoid unnecessary physical contact with Members, especially minors;

• promote respect and cooperation among Members, avoiding manipulative or intimidating dynamics;

• ensure logistical arrangements during trips that prevent discomfort or inappropriate situations, involving parents or guardians in decisions;

• share educational goals and methods with minor Members and their parents/guardians;

• organize training in ways that protect Athletes’ privacy, including during medical or physiotherapy sessions, ensuring the presence of a responsible adult;

• avoid taking, using, or sharing images/videos of minors without proper authorization;

• avoid creating intimate situations with minor Members;

• refrain from intimate communications or contacts with minor Members, including via social media;

• have the required professional knowledge when dealing with athletic nutrition plans;

• promptly report signs of eating disorders in Athletes;

• disclose any conflicts of interest;

• promote the values of sport and educate Athletes to reject performance-enhancing substances or methods;

• stay informed and up to date on safeguarding policies and methods;

• end contact with a minor immediately if their conduct causes anxiety or discomfort, and notify the Safeguarding Officer;

• comply with the Conduct Rules in Art. 3 of the Organizational Model and report any inconsistencies to the Safeguarding Officer;

• promptly report any potential risks or concerns to the Safeguarding Officer and/or CSAIn’s Safeguarding Officer.

Art. 7 – Duties and Obligations of Athletes

Athletes must:

• respect solidarity among teammates and provide mutual support;

• share their goals with Managers and Coaches and collaborate with them to define educational and training objectives;

• report to Managers and Coaches any situation of anxiety, fear, or discomfort affecting themselves or others;

• prevent, avoid, and report manipulative or intimidating situations;

• respect and protect the dignity, health, and wellbeing of others;

• respect the educational role of Managers and Coaches;

• maintain respectful relationships with everyone involved in sports activities;

• report any injuries or accidents to parents or guardians;

• avoid intimate contact with Managers and Coaches, including during trips, and report inappropriate behavior;

• avoid sharing intimate or private photos/videos and report such actions to parents/guardians or the Safeguarding Officer;

• comply with the Conduct Rules in Art. 3 of the Organizational Model and report any inconsistencies to the Safeguarding Officer;

• promptly report any potential risks or concerns to the Safeguarding Officer and/or CSAIn’s Safeguarding Officer.

Art. 8 – Selection Procedures for Sports Operators

When establishing any collaboration involving regular and direct contact with minors, AL2 Sport SSDaRL requires a criminal record certificate in accordance with current legislation.

AL2 Sport SSDaRL performs regular checks at least every 2 years, requesting an updated criminal record certificate.

All documentation is stored in accordance with applicable law, including data protection regulations.

Art. 9 – Behavior in Case of Suspected Misconduct

All Members must remain vigilant in identifying risks to others and report any concerns, suspicions, or confirmed cases of abuse, mistreatment, violence, or discrimination to the appointed Safeguarding Officer or to CSAIn’s Safeguarding Officer at: safeguarding@csain.it.

Anyone suspecting misconduct can also contact the company’s Safeguarding Officer by email at: info@al2sport.com or CSAIn’s Safeguarding Officer directly.

When minors are involved, it may be appropriate to report signs of distress to the parent or legal guardian. However, in cases where parental involvement could be harmful (e.g., the parent is the abuser or unable to respond properly), it is advised to consult with the company’s Safeguarding Officer.

Art. 10 – Sanctions

In the event of proven violations of this Code of Conduct, the sanctions provided in Art. 8 of the Organizational Model for the Management and Control of Sports Activities will apply.

Art. 11 – Confidentiality

The company-appointed Safeguarding Officer and CSAIn’s Safeguarding Officer are bound by the confidentiality obligations set out in the Organization’s regulations.

The identity of the person reporting a concern must not be disclosed to anyone other than those authorized to receive or act on such reports. This protection also covers any information that could indirectly reveal the identity of the whistleblower.

All documentation related to reports and access credentials for the reporting email address is retained by the Safeguarding Officer and is accessible only to them.