Policies and Procedures -- Disclaimer
This website provides a central location for approved policies and procedures currently in effect. They are for use within the SWKKF.
Given the significant amount of material available, and for ease of use, it is presented in two parts.
Part 1 - Click here - Policies 1 - 11
Part 2 - This screen - Policies 12 - 21
Policy 12A - SWKKF Grading Manual
This policy covers the SWKKF grading process. Click the pdf icon to download the Grading Manual.
Grading Manual
Click the "Policy 12A" icon for an overview of the Black Belt Grading.
Policy 12B - Shindo Grading
This policy covers the SWKKF SHINDO grading process. Click the "Policy 12B" icon for an overview on the Shindo Black Belt Grading.
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The requested document is open to registered black belts within the SWKKF. For more information please contact the Secretary General by clicking the SWKKF icon.
Policy 13 - SWKKF Approved Kata List
This policy covers the approved SWKKF katas.
Pol. 13
Policy 14 - SWKKF Succession Planning
This policy covers the succession plan for the SWKKF.
The requested document is available only to SWKKF Senate Members.
Policy 15 - SWKKF Logo Trademark
This policy covers the use of the registered SWKKF trademark logo.
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Policy 16 - SWKKF Intellectual Property
This policy covers the use of the registered SWKKF trademark logo.
The requested document is open to registered black belts within the SWKKF. Please e-mail the Secretary General for more information.
Policy 17 - SWKKF Audit Committee
To act on behalf of the Senate and oversee all material aspects of the organization’s financial reporting, internal control and audit functions, except those specifically related to the responsibilities of another standing committee of the board.
The requested document is open to registered black belts within the SWKKF. Please e-mail the Secretary General for more information.
Policy 18 - SWKKF Harassment Policy
The SWKKF believes in providing a positive working environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to participate in a professional atmosphere which promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including sexual harassment. Harassment, whether verbal, physical or environmental is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
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Policy 19 - SWKKF Mentorship Program
The Mentorship program has become a priority with in the SWKKF to encourage mentorship throughout the organization. This is to ensure that the natural progression of mentoring continues and Hanshi Shintani’s teachings are carried on to generations ahead.
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Policy 20 - SWKKF Affiliations
This policy describes affiliation with the SWKKF.
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Policy 21 - Appointment and Removal of Committee Members
This policy describes the appointment and removal of committee members.
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Masters Cup National Tournament
The Masters Cup is a long standing tradition for the National Tournament. This document sets out the guidelines.