SPORTS ETHICS

EFJ

The Equestrian Federation of Jamaica (EFJ) operates under the governance of the Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) and works in partnership with the Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA).

The EFJ is committed to upholding the highest standards of sports ethics and integrity. This includes promoting and enforcing:

Fair play across all equestrian disciplines
Safeguarding policies to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants
Equine welfare, placing the health and humane treatment of horses at the forefront
Anti-doping regulations, in line with international standards
Compliance with federation policies, including the proper and respectful use of the Jamaican flag when representing the nation

Members are expected to adhere to all applicable rules and guidelines as outlined by the EFJ, FEI, and JOA. For further details, please refer to the official policies and resources provided in the links below.

Safeguarding in Sport

Harassment & Abuse in Sport

Everyone involved in our sport should be safe and treated with respect. When any member of equestrian community – such as Athlete, Support Personnel, Coach, Trainer, Groom, Horse Owner, Official, volunteer or staff member – is subjected to or engages in abuse or misconduct, this goes against the best interests of equestrian sport.

All forms of harassment and abuse are prohibited and will not be tolerated by the FEI. Harassment and abuse can be expressed in five forms, which may occur in combination or in isolation.

1. Psychological abuse
2. Physical abuse
3. Sexual harassment
4. Sexual abuse
5. Neglect

Code of Conduct for the Welfare of the Horse

THE WELFARE OF THE HORSE

The FEI requires all those involved in international equestrian sport to adhere to the FEI Code of Conduct and to acknowledge and accept that at all times the welfare of the Horse must be paramount. Welfare of the horse must never be subordinated to competitive or commercial influences. The following points must be particularly adhered to:

General Welfare
Fitness to compete
Events must not prejudice Horse welfare
Humane treatment of horses
Education

More details on the code of conduct can be found at the link below

Full Document- FEI CODE OF CONDUCT FOR THE WELFARE OF THE HORSE

Anti-Doping Rules

ANTI-DOPING COMMISSION RULES, 2021

These Anti-Doping Rules are adopted and implemented in accordance with the Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission’s responsibilities under the Code, and in furtherance of the Commission’s continuing efforts to eradicate doping in sport in Jamaica.

These Anti-Doping Rules are sport rules governing the conditions under which sport is played. Aimed at enforcing anti-doping rules in a global and harmonized manner, they are distinct in nature from criminal and civil laws. They are not intended to be subject to or limited by any national requirements and legal standards applicable to criminal or civil proceedings, although
they are intended to be applied in a manner which respects the principles of proportionality and human rights.

When reviewing the facts and the law of a given case, all courts, arbitral tribunals and other adjudicating bodies should be aware of and respect the distinct nature of these Anti-Doping Rules, which implement the Code, and the fact that these rules represent the consensus of a broad spectrum of stakeholders around the world as to what is necessary to protect and ensure fair sport.

Code for the Use of the Jamaican Flag

• The Jamaican Flag is the sacred emblem of the nation and must be treated with due reverence and respect by all citizens.

• The Flag must never be allowed to touch the ground or floor.

• The Flag should not be used for temporary or disposable decorative purposes, except on State occasions. Official approval must be obtained from the Office of the Prime Minister before using any image or representation of the Flag.

• No mark, insignia, letter, word, number, figure, or design should be placed on the Flag.

• The Flag must never be smaller than any other flag displayed at the same time.

• When the Flag becomes worn, torn, or unsuitable for display, it should be destroyed in a dignified manner, preferably by burning privately.

• National Jamaica teams and riders require the Federation’s permission to use or display the Flag.