Georgetown Aikido inc. Dispute Policy
In an organization that is the nature and size of Georgetown Aikido Inc., it is unavoidable that occasionally there will be an individual or group who are dissatisfied with the operation, or perceived operation of the Club. This conflict Resolution Policy is intended to make sure that each grievance is handled promptly, fairly and consistently. In addition, adherence to these guidelines should minimize the stress level for both the conflict originator and club representatives. The guidelines appearing below are offered in the spirit that both parties are ultimately interested in the best interest of Georgetown Aikido Inc. and it's students. The policy recognizes conflict as a normal part of all human interactions and reflects the responsibility of Georgetown Aikido Inc., as an organization, to help its participants solve problems. Apply these steps sequentially.
When a complaint or problem is brought to any member of the Dojocho council:
a. Involved Parities Meet Face to Face Those directly involved in the conflict come together to talk with the goal of understanding their differences and resolving their problems. If the parties are not willing to meet or if the meeting is unsuccessful, the parties would then contact a member of the Dojocho council to further assist them in this part of the process.
b. Parties in Conflict Meet with a member of the Dojocho council. If step one is unsuccessful, the Dojocho council still assign a Dojocho council member as a facilitator to assist the parties regarding the Georgetown Aikido Inc. Conflict Resolution Process. The goal of the step two meeting is to build understanding of differences and help the parties in conflict solve the problem(s). The facilitator will focus attention on solving the issue at hand by encouraging discussion, keeping people on task and guiding them through the process, without directing or controlling the discussion.
c. Parties in Conflict Enter into an Intervention When the conflict is not resolved at step a. or step b., the parties involved ask that their issue be taken before the Dojocho council for assistance. The move to assistance by the Dojocho council is made in the belief that a more structured process will enable the parties to resolve differences.
The Dojocho council makes a decision.
- The decision is binding on the parties involved.
- The decision is final.
