SWKKF - POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

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This website provides a central location for approved policies and procedures currently in effect. The policies and procedures available here have been developed for use within the SWKKF.

The SWKKF would like to thank past and current committees for their assistance. Questions regarding content of a particular policy should be directed to the Secretary General.

POLICY #1 ‐ SWKKF Constitution and Bylaws
The fundamental principles and established precedents according to which the SWKKF is acknowledged to be governed.

POLICY #2 ‐ SWKKF Standards and Ethics

Documentation on ethical protocol for the Shintani Wado Kai and its members.

POLICY #3 ‐ SWKKF Dojo Etiquette Manual

It is generally understood that karate begins and ends with reihoh (etiquette). The formalized manners and mental attitudes that should be followed have been developed over many generations. This formality is not imposed to force any sense of hierarchy or respect in the students; that should already be present. The main function of the rules of etiquette is to guide behavior and to ensure the safety of all participants.

POLICY #4 ‐ SWKKF SWKKF Tournament Rules
This policy is to standardize the way tournaments are conducted in the Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation (SWKKF).

POLICY #5 ‐ Communication within the SWKKF

This policy is for the protocol for the dissemination of information within the SWKKF.

POLICY #6 ‐ SWKKF Judging Training
This policy is to standardize the way tournaments are conducted in the Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation (SWKKF).

POLICY #7 ‐ SWKKF Scholarship
This policy is to outline the rules and regulations of the SWKKF scholarship process and template applications.

POLICY #8 ‐ SWKKF Harmonizer
This policy is for the conduct for the Harmonizer committee.

POLICY #9 ‐ SWKKF Website
This policy is for the conduct for the website committee.

POLICY #10 ‐ SWKKF National Team

This policy is for the conduct of the SWKKF processes and procedures.

POLICY #11 ‐ SWKKF Election Procedures 2018

This policy covers the election procedures from the club Level to and including the election of the provincial representatives who constitute the Federal Council.

POLICY #12A ‐ SWKKF Grading Manual
This policy covers the SWKKF grading process. To view the full process click here.

POLICY #12B ‐ SWKKF Shindo Grading
This policy covers the SWKKF SHINDO grading process. To view the full process click here.

POLICY #13 ‐ SWKKF Approved Kata List

This policy covers the approved SWKKF katas.

POLICY #14 - SWKKF Succession Planning
This policy is for the selection process of Senate members.

POLICY #15 ‐ SWKKF Logo Trademark
This policy covers the use of the registered SWKKF trademark logo.

POLICY #16 ‐ SWKKF Intellectual Property
This policy covers the Intellectual Property of the SWKKF.

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.

POLICY #18 ‐ SWKKF Harassment Policy & Procedures
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.

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 Sensei Shintani’s teachings are carried on to generations ahead.

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