Membership - Responsibilities

Responsibilities for Members of the NZSDT Inc.


Members are required to be responsible for the following:

  • To notify the Secretary of a change of address.
  • To forward a letter of resignation if no longer intending to remain a member.
  • To respond to the National Executive Committee via;
    1. Participating in questionnaires
    2. Giving feedback
    3. Giving ongoing support

The Executive Committee work very hard to develop the professional and standards for members of the Society.

  • Your input is necessary and valuable for the development and continuation of the Society.
  • Please assist by acknowledging your responsibilities.

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Members are required to:

  • Share the same aims of the Society and abide Societies the Constitution and rules.
  • Abide by the NZSDT Code of Ethics.
  • Abide by the Societies Standards of Practice.
  • Be a member of the NZSDT Inc. for two continuous years, before applying for the Diversional Therapy Badge.
  • Be responsible for renewing Membership.
  • Pay Membership fees when due.

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Members are encouraged to:

  • Provide support in setting up and development of Support Groups.
  • Provide access to resources.
  • Facilitate a sharing approach of information access to specialised knowledge and skills.
  • Provide a coordinated approach to advice on issues affecting Support Groups and their member's worldwide.

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Members and dealings with the Media

All Media Statements regarding the Society and its Aims are to be released through or by the NZSDT Inc.

Purpose

  • To maintain a consistent spokesperson for the Society.

Procedure

  • Members, who are approached by their local Newspaper and / or Management to make any statement regarding Diversional Therapy and its Aims, should seek approval of the Executive Committee.
  • The approval will be made through the Secretary either verbally or in writing.
  • The Secretary will contact the President and the Public Awareness Portfolio Holder, immediately after receipt of the request.
  • The answer must be given as soon as after consultation.
  • A copy of the article should be sent to the Public Awareness Portfolio Holder, for the Societies files.
  • Other NEC Members not involved in the process should be informed, and a copy of the article faxed to them, as necessary.

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Membership and Regional Support Groups

Although Regional Support Groups are autonomous; an affiliation with the NZSDT is the objective.
Members of the NZSDT Inc have certain responsibilities and obligations.

  • Follow NZSDT Inc. Aims and Goals.
  • Adhere to the Code of Ethics and other nationally agreed Policies.
  • Attend Regional meetings, Training and Educational meetings as often as possible.
  • Support the National Conference and Annual General meeting.
  • Support Group Contacts, as listed in the National Newsletter, must be a current members of the Society.