A Shared Responsibility
Over the school holidays, it’s been great to see so many young members spending time at the club. It speaks to what Mentone represents – a place people feel comfortable, connected and part of something.
At the same time, it’s a good moment to gently remind ourselves that a safe club environment doesn’t happen by chance – it’s something we all help create.
For our younger members, being at the club isn’t just about having a place to be. They need to be under the supervision of a responsible adult while they’re onsite – whether that’s during organised activities or simply spending time at the club. That presence matters.
If you’re responsible for a group or activity, that responsibility doesn’t end when the session does. And more broadly, if something doesn’t feel quite right ie. young people left waiting, unsupervised spaces, or uncertainty about who is responsible – it’s always okay to step in, check, or raise it.
This isn’t about rules for the sake of rules. It’s about making sure every member, especially our younger ones, is safe, supported, and appropriately supervised while they’re at the club.
Because ultimately, a strong club culture isn’t just built on participation. It’s built on people looking out for each other.
If you’re ever unsure or would like to discuss something confidentially, you can reach out to the Member Protection team at memberprotection@mentonelsc.com