Communications Policy
The PJFC believes good communication is an integral part of its function and the Club considers it enhances the Club’s core values of participation and the fostering of community spirit. The PJFC is committed to good communication with its members, officials and other key people and organisations (e.g. the YJFL and the City of Darebin) on important on and off field issues.
There are a number of ways that a sporting club such as the PJFC can ensure effective communication. These include the use of:
Meetings and conversations
The PJFC holds an Annual General Meeting each year between 1 October and 30 November (rule 16(1) of the PJFC Constitution). In addition, the Club also holds Special General meetings when these are required. The PJFC Committee meets regularly, usually the first Tuesday of each month, and more regularly during busy parts of the season, as necessary. The Committee also meets regularly with Team Managers and holds meetings on particular issues where required. Committee members’ details are widely available and Committee members are available to discuss important issues with members and officials.
Newsletters and circulars
The PJFC may compose and issue regular newsletters on club issues with parent member assistance. Newsletters may be sent via email to members, circulated by Team Managers to players or made available through the PJFC canteen on match days at Pitcher Park. All newsletters will also be posted on the PJFC website.
Website
The PJFC operates a website (www.pjfc.com.au). Web communication offers the chance to communicate quickly and cheaply with most members on a vast range of club issues.
Social Events
The PJFC holds a number of social and other events during the season. The club may use these functions as an opportunity to communicate with members and other people. In addition, individual team functions provide an opportunity for communication on team matters and for players and families to relax and socialise together outside the “hurly burly” environment of match day.
PJFC requires that all social functions have strict regard to the Club’s core values.