Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia CODE OF CONDUCT

OUR MISSION IS TO MAKE SOCCER THE PREEMINENT SPORT IN THE UNITED STATES

The Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia Code of Conduct and the FIFA Code of Ethics applies to all persons listed below and referred throughout the documents as “team members”:

• All employees of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia

• All independent contractors and volunteers1 serving Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia – including members of the Board and Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia standing committees

• All employees of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia’s consolidated subsidiaries1

• All Team Players during play, training or otherwise to the extent they are included on a Team Roster1

• All Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia licensed coaches

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia expects all individuals who work for or on behalf of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia to embrace and implement the code by reading, acknowledging and implementing the expectations of this code and modeling conduct compliant with this code at all times while working for or representing  Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia in any and all events.

COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW OF MEMBERSHIP AND AFFILIATIONS

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia is a member of organizations throughout the United States and is a member of The Dallas Metroplex Premier League (MPL) and Nissa Nation.

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia GUIDELINES

 Conduct Guidelines

A. Respect for Others

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia is committed to creating an environment where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. We expect all members to:

1. Treat Others With Respect: Respect the rights, dignity, and worth of every person, regardless of their background, race, gender, religion, or ability.
2. Maintain Positive Communication: Communicate openly and respectfully with teammates, coaches, officials, and opponents.
3. Avoid Discrimination: Refrain from engaging in any form of discrimination, harassment, or bullying based on protected characteristics.
4. Support Diversity and Inclusion: Embrace diversity and inclusion within our club community and celebrate the unique contributions of all individuals.

B. Sportsmanship and Fair Play

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia upholds the values of sportsmanship and fair play. All members are expected to:

1. Play Fair: Compete with integrity, honesty, and fair play, adhering to the rules and regulations of the sport.
2. Respect Opponents: Treat opponents with respect, regardless of the outcome of the game.
3. Accept Decisions: Accept decisions made by officials and referees with grace and without dispute.
4. Control Emotions: Maintain composure and control emotions, refraining from unsportsmanlike conduct or behavior that may harm others.

C. Safety and Well-being

The safety and well-being of our members are paramount at Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia. We prioritize safety by:

1. Prioritizing Safety: Ensuring that all activities and facilities meet safety standards and regulations.
2. Injury Prevention: Taking measures to prevent injuries during practices, competitions, and events.
3. Emergency Procedures: Educate members on emergency procedures and protocols in the event of an injury or medical emergency.
4. Reporting Concerns: Encouraging members to report any safety concerns or incidents to club officials promptly.

Enforcement and Consequences

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia are committed to enforcing this Code of Conduct fairly and consistently. Violations of these guidelines may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to:

• Verbal Warnings
• Written Warnings
• Suspension from Activities
• Permanent Expulsion from the Club

All disciplinary actions will be determined by club officials based on the severity of the violation and may be subject to appeal.

Acknowledgment and Agreement

By participating in activities organized by Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia, all members, athletes, coaches, staff, volunteers, and spectators acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to abide by the provisions outlined in this Code of Conduct.

This code available on the Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia website

• Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia Code of Conduct

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

• Metroplex Premier League
• Nissa Nation
• FIFA Code of Ethics
• USOPC Code of Conduct
• USOPC Athletics Ombuds

OUR PRACTICES ON AND OFF THE FIELD

GUIDING YOUR BEHAVIOR

The following questions should be used to guide an individual’s behavior when working for and/or representing Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia:

• Is it consistent with the Code?

• Is it ethical?

• ls it legal?

• Will it reflect well on me and Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia?

If the answer is”No” to any of these questions, DON’T DO IT.

The key principles of the Code and the FIFA Code of Ethics are complemented and developed by the implementing policies referenced throughout this code and other policies, procedures and standards implemented by Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia from time to time.

We all must follow the law, act with integrity in all matters, respect others, and be accountable for our actions.

CODE OF CONDUCT PILLARS

ANTI CORRUPTION

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia team members must comply with all relevant anti- corruption laws and adhere to the relevant international standards wherever we do business. Corrupt activities are a violation of the Code and the FIFA Code of Ethics. They can result in violations of anti-corruption laws and result in personal criminal liability.

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia team members shall not receive, offer, promise to pay, authorize the payment of a bribe, monetary or VIK to any individual (including without limitation any government officials, candidates for office, FIFA, Concacaf or USOPC officials, coaches, referees or private individuals) with the intent to receive favorable treatment, obtain or retain business, secure an improper advantage, or influence official actions or decisions.

Prior to providing anything of value, i.e. a gift to a government official, the Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia team member must receive approval from Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia.

MATCH INTEGRITY

As the recognized National Governing Body (NGB) by the USOPC for the sport of Soccer in the United States it is the responsibility of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia to act to preserve the integrity of any soccer match we organize or in which we participate. Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia strictly prohibits participation in betting, gambling, daily fantasy, or any event or transaction related to wagering on the outcome of a match, any event occurring on the pitch, or any soccer-related activities.

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia does not tolerate any form of manipulation or unethical influencing of match results and we charge all Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia team members with reporting any suspected concerns regarding match integrity.

In addition, we follow the FIFA Code of Ethics, which provides that persons bound by this Code shall be forbidden from taking part in, either directly or indirectly, or otherwise being associated with, betting, gambling, lotteries and similar events or transactions connected with football/soccer matches. They are forbidden from having stakes, either actively or passively, in companies, concerns, organizations, etc. that promote, broker, arrange or conduct such events or transactions.

AVOIDING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

In accordance with the Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia Conflict of Interest adherence, team members must avoid all conflicts of interest. A conflict of interest exists when a personal interest, activity or relationship with an outside organization2 interferes or appears to interfere with the duties that you perform at, or owe to, Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia. A conflict of interest may unconsciously influence even the most ethical person and the mere appearance of a conflict may cause a partner’s acts or integrity to be questioned. Where a conflict, cannot be3 avoided, it is managed through disclosure and, where  appropriate, recusal (for example, a Board member recuses him or herself from decisions regarding a contract between Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia and that Board member).

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia will adhere to a Conflict of Interests Policy that requires any conflicts of interest, whether actual or apparent, be reported promptly to a Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia and/or the RAC Committee. 

Without limiting any of the information in this section, team members are subject to the conflict of interest adherence, including its mandatory reporting of conflicts.

POLITICAL ACTIVITIES

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia and its representatives comply with all federal, state and local laws governing participation in government relations and political activities.

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia funds or resources are not contributed to individual political campaigns, political parties, or other organizations that intend to use the funds primarily for political purposes. Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia does not permit any political literature, campaign materials or politically oriented information, materials, posters, signs, or buttons to be displayed, circulated or otherwise present on Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia property or in the course of conducting work for Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia.

You may, of course, participate in the political process on your own time and at your own expense, so long as you do not give the impression that you are speaking on behalf of or representing the Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia in such activities. Nor can you be reimbursed by the Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia for any personal contributions for such purposes. If you are seeking public office, you may use vacation time or request leaves of absence to campaign or hold office. The Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia will not make contributions to any political candidate or party.

GIFTS, MEALS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Do not accept gifts, meals or entertainment, or any other favor, from corporate partners or suppliers if doing so might compromise, or appear to compromise, your ability to make objective business decisions in the best interest of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia.

You may keep unsolicited gifts, favors, or gratuities with a value of less than $150, but for any such items with a value in excess of $50, you must fully disclose in writing to the Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia or the RAC Committee the donor, purpose and amount of such gift, favor or gratuity.

You may accept occasional meals and entertainment from a corporate partner, member, or supplier if the event is attended by the corporate partner, member, or supplier, and the costs involved are in line with local custom for business-related meals and entertainment. For example, ordinary business meals and attendance at local sporting events (i.e. not the World Cup™) also attended by the corporate partner, member, or supplier generally are acceptable.

Because of the unique nature of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia’s representative model of governance which is comprised of representatives of its constituent members, “outside organizations” do not include constituent or affiliated member entities of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia except to the extent required by applicable law

TICKETS AND HOUSING FOR PERSONAL USE

Tickets to sporting events or other entertainment venues that are offered by a partner or supplier for your personal use, without attendance by the partner or supplier, are considered gifts. They should not be accepted, unless offered to a large group of employees as part of an agreement between Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia and the partner or supplier. The same is true of personal use of a condominium or vacation home, or personal travel on a private aircraft.

ACCURACY OF CORPORATE RECORDS, FINANCES AND FINANCIAL REPORTING

Ensure the accuracy of all Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia business and financial records. These include not only financial accounts, but other records such as game reports, time records, expense reports and submissions such as benefits claim forms and resumes.

Ensuring accurate and complete business and financial records is everyone’s responsibility, not just a role for accounting and finance personnel. Accurate recordkeeping and reporting reflects on Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia’s reputation and credibility, provides appropriate transparency to our members, and ensures that the Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia meets its legal and regulatory obligations.

USE OF Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia ASSETS

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia is a not-for-profit corporation, and so all of us share a duty to our mission. We expect all Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia team members to serve this mission by protecting Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia assets and using those assets in the manner intended.

• Do not engage in personal activities during work hours that interfere with or prevent you from fulfilling your job responsibilities.

• Do not use Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia computers and equipment for outside businesses, or for illegal or unethical activities such as gambling, pornography or other offensive subject matter.

• Do not take for yourself any opportunity for financial gain that you learn about because of your position at Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia, or through the use of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia property or information.

The use of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia assets outside of your Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia responsibilities- such as using your Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia work product in an outside venture, or using Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia materials or equipment to support personal interests-requires prior written approval from each of your executive manager of your function and the Chief People and Diversity Officer. You must have this approval renewed annually if you continue to use the asset outside of work.

WORKING AS A TEAM

HOW WE TREAT ONE ANOTHER

Soccer is a global game that unites us all. Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia promotes equal opportunity in its hiring practices, makes recruiting decisions based solely on job-related criteria and does not use forced labor.

When dealing with minor athletes (anyone under 18), we comply with the Safe Soccer Framework.

At Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia, we treat each other with respect and dignity. This means we raise our criticism constructively, acknowledge that professional disagreements may nonetheless exist, and understand that all team members are entitled to work in an environment that is free of harassment, bullying or unlawful discrimination.

Please see Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia’s Prohibited Conduct Policy for more information.

HOW WE WORK WITH OTHERS

We conduct all member, corporate partner, supplier, vendor and other business relationships in a fair, equitable, ethical and legal manner consistent with the Code, all applicable law and good business practices. Decisions to hire or engage a vendor or supplier should be made on the basis of objective criteria, and not on the basis of personal relationships, friendships or the opportunity for personal gain, financial or otherwise.

AVOIDING ILLEGAL DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

We follow Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia Anti-Doping Policy and the USOPC’s National Anti-Doping Policy and therefore maintain strict standards regarding substance abuse. You also may not use or possess illegal drugs or controlled substances on Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia property or while you are engaged in any job-related activity.

Team members may not report to work under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs or controlled substances.

SAFE SOCCER FRAMEWORK

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia has zero tolerance for abuse or misconduct of any kind. As part of our commitment to serving our youth athletes, coaches and referees, Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia has created a Safe Soccer Framework which represents a foundational structure for building a soccer community where all participants, be they athletes, coaches, referees, parents, administrators or volunteers, play an active role in creating a soccer atmosphere free of all forms of emotional, physical and sexual misconduct.

In keeping with Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia’s on-going commitment to athlete safety, in addition to the Safe Soccer, Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia posts the following information on its website for 24/7 access:

• U.S. Center for SafeSport Code and link to Reporting Information

• Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia’s Integrity Hotline reporting resource

• Educational and prevention resources

• The Safe Soccer Framework HERE.

PROTECTION OF RESOURCES AND INFORMATION

PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia’s information assets are valuable to the organization and we diligently protect this information from loss, theft, inadvertent or unauthorized disclosure or misuse. Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia information, whether stored in computers, files or elsewhere.

Team members must not discuss with or disclose to any unauthorized persons inside or outside Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia any information that is confidential or not publicly available. This is particularly true when dealing with personal information of our members, our athletes and our fans, which information should only be used in accordance with the applicable privacy policy.

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia business should not be discussed with unauthorized persons. Team Members should be careful about discussing Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia information and activities in the presence of, or within hearing distance of, unauthorized personnel. You should also not seek or accept any information to which you and Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia are not legitimately entitled, regardless of the source. If you are contacted by a member of the media, you must refer the inquiry to the Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia partners before responding on behalf of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia.

Your obligations to maintain the confidentiality and protections of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia information does not end even if employment or other relationship with the Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia ends.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Our crest stands for the honor of representing the National Team on the pitch, and we expect all Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia team members to support the protection of Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia intellectual property. Contact Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia regarding any anticipated use of intellectual property that does or may belong to someone else.

ADMINISTRATION OF THIS CODE

ADMINISTERS OF THE CODE

All team members are responsible for administering the Code in their everyday Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia related activities. Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia partners are responsible for administering the code and receiving possible code violations along with initiating the investigation and follow-up resolution request.

RAISING CONCERNS WITHOUT RETALIATION

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia charges all team members with the responsibility of promoting integrity, respect and accountability. If we observe or suspect, in good faith, any violation of this Code, we must act to report the issue-reporting avenues will be outlined in this document. Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia handles reports of misconduct confidentially to the extent reasonably practicable and legally permissible. We will investigate the matter where needed, make a determination whether the Code or the law has been violated, and take appropriate corrective action.

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia values the help of team members who identify potential problems of misconduct that need to be reviewed. Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia does not tolerate retaliation in any form against individuals who report violations of this Code in good faith or otherwise support any investigations of such violations.

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia will protect any team member who raises a concern honestly, but it is a violation of the Code to knowingly make a false accusation, lie to investigators, or interfere or refuse to cooperate with a Code investigation. Honest reporting does not mean that you have the right when you raise a concern; you just have to believe that the information you are providing is accurate.

REPORTING CODE OF CONDUCT CONCERNS

The following outlines reporting of Code of Conduct concerns for investigation and resolution.

• Calling the Integrity hotline -‪(469) 443-8215‬4

• Reports submitted to this Integrity Hotline will be handled as promptly and discreetly as possible, with facts made available only to those who need to investigate and resolve the matter

• Web based reporting https://forms.gle/gdDcZpSP9naoDfoDA 

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia is committed to safeguarding the confidentiality of individuals who submit reports. In the event Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia receives a report of suspected child abuse triggering a reporting obligation under the Safe Soccer Framework and applicable federal law, we will make the report directly and/or work with you to make the report.

INVESTIGATION OF POTENTIAL CODE VIOLATIONS

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia takes all reports of potential Code violations seriously and is committed to confidentiality and investigation of allegations. The investigation of Code violations and any required follow-up will be conducted and executed by disinterested parties.

Employees who are being investigated for a potential Code violation will have fair notice and an opportunity to be heard prior to any final determination. Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia reserves the right to take all available disciplinary and/or remedial measures for violation of this Code.

RESOLUTION

Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia will investigate all possible Code violations to the extent offered by law and its jurisdiction and abilities. Glenko FC & Glenko L’Accademia will engage with the proper authorities and personnel including but not limited to FIFA, Center of SafeSport, the Risk, Audit and Compliance Committee of the Board the proposed violation require. Once a resolution has been reached all parties involved will be informed of the final outcome of the investigation, actions taken and follow-up required.