The VAFA acknowledges its role in having its players and officials being able to perform to their full potential in a hostile free environment.
VAFA Expectations of Spectators:
- Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all individuals whilst a spectator at VAFA matches, including refraining from any discriminatory practices on the basis of race, religion, ethnic background, or special ability/disability.
- Refrain from having any influence on a VAFA match whilst acting as a spectator in a capacity that may affect the result, or disrupt the course of the match.
- Allow an individual of which is either player or official to participate in a VAFA match without being physically threatened or victimised.
- Respect the decisions of Match Officials providing a positive influence for others.
- Not use violence in any form, whether it is against other spectators, officials or players.
- Comply with any terms of entry into a VAFA match, including bag inspections, prohibited and restricted items such as alcohol, dangerous articles and items that have the potential to cause injury or public nuisance.
- Conduct yourself in a manner that enhances the values of the Victorian Amateur Football Association.
Any person who does not comply with this Spectator Code of Conduct may be evicted from a venue and their club charged under conduct unbecoming.