Annual Convention Positive Behaviour 2018

PURPOSE OF SLIDE: To show the marketing image and slogan which will be used to reinforce the Positive Behaviour Campaign

The spotlight is on YFC members! All YFC members must take responsibility for their behaviour With so many YFC’s together in one place, it does influence the public’s opinion of Young Farmers Don't give the press opportunities for negative headlines There is a risk of losing goodwill from hotels/ local business / event locations PURPOSE OF SLIDE: To set the scene and show the amount of work that goes in to the event. To communicate the positive value of the conference and the potential risk of continued reputational damage. We must continue to improve the reputation of the event and steer the overall impression towards the positive work of Young farmers coming together to showcase the best of what is achieved throughout the year. It is important for every YFC to understand that positive behaviour is the expectation. If everyone attending conference works to the agreed values then we can ensure that the public gets the best impression of Young Farmers as a national organisation. The conference needs to be the model which celebrates all of the organisation giving their best. A small minority of people at previous conventions have caused incidents or behaved inappropriately, leading to negative press. There will be some press attending conference who are looking for the next drama to happen, so don’t give them the opportunity. The conference has been built on a good business model which is important to protect. It has historic positive capital and a is upheld by longstanding members as a important part of the YFC experience. There is a risk to the future running of the event if the momentum continues towards the types of behaviour / incidents that have happened over recent years. Although a major income for a town, the reward is less if it comes with negative attachments.

Areas for serious attention and co-operation The journey to Annual Convention - Coach/Train/Car Taste and decency You will be on camera! The consequences for anyone behaving inappropriately PURPOSE OF SLIDE: To discuss some of the potential hazards which need highlighting and areas which need improving A culture of transportation and heavy drinking needs to be discouraged. Coach operators will have regulations which need to be followed and not abused. There are several recent incidents where bus operators have refused to do the return journey from convention because of behaviour on the outward journey. The responsibility for the protection of this relationship and contractual agreement, lies with ALL of the passengers. It is vitally important that in public spaces such as Train Carriages, Train stations and Motorway Service stations, everyone's behaviour is acceptable and not disruptive. Club shirts, group behaviour, use of inappropriate language in public settings, all have a impact on how Young Farmers are viewed. We need to uphold an agreed level of decency rather than yob behaviour. Awareness of being ‘On display’- Local CCTV, security and police. Cameras all around with the potential of instant complaints and engagement with Social media. We are sharing the town and need to have consideration to other people, families, residents etc. We need to be seen to be looking after property, being good guests and customers to local business. The consequences for illegal or inappropriate behaviour include removal of wristband for the duration of the event, plus a formal process at National, County or Club level which may result in a ban of up to 12 months.

What is to be expected? There will be various reminders about positive behaviour throughout Annual Convention Hoteliers and businesses will have the opportunity to nominate groups for recognition in upholding the positive behaviour campaign Group leaders will play a key role in ensuring their group co-operates PURPOSE OF SLIDE: To gain support from everyone to support the improvement in behaviour at conference There will be pull up banners at reception, notices in hotels and around the Winter Gardens to remind people about Positive Behaviour Each Hotelier has the opportunity to nominate any YFC for recognition as well behaved and considerate guests whilst staying at their accommodation Group leaders will be looking for co-operation and support to ensure that everyone in the group is working towards the expected standards.

Encouraging a positive approach Help create a consistent positive impression of your YFC throughout the weekend Stand out for the RIGHT reasons Be proud to be YFC and represent your club Convention is a great event- everyone needs to play their part in protecting the reputation and organisation for the future PURPOSE OF SLIDE: To highlight that we are encouraging the positive and discouraging the minority who behave inappropriately. We know that the majority of YFC members at conference do behave themselves. We need to work together to ensure everyone has an enjoyable time. Agree as a group that the aim for the weekend is to give a good impression to everyone you encounter. Everyone has a responsibility to protect the reputation of YFC’s. Great work is achieved throughout a YFC year, contributing to a successful club. It is important for that reputation not to be damaged over the weekend. Everyone needs to represent YFC and the pride which the organisation is built upon. Each club coming has a part to play in Convention being a success. The good works which are carried out throughout the organisation, require a lot of time and relationship investment throughout the year.

Last Entrance – 11.30pm ALL YFC MEMBERS ATTENDING THE EVENING’S EVENTS MUST BE INSIDE THE WINTER GARDENS BY 11.30PM PURPOSE OF SLIDE: To highlight the Winter Gardens policy on late night admission.

Have fun! The weekend is for you to enjoy, make the most of it! There is plenty of choice for things to do Stay safe and look out for the people you are sharing the weekend with PURPOSE OF SLIDE: To emphasise that the Conference is a great weekend for having fun Go to convention with the intention of : Having a balanced weekend of different activities Making sure that all of your Club has an enjoyable time and will want to return next year Making sensible choices when drinking Not leaving people on their own where possible