Badminton Australia (BA) and Table Tennis Australia (TTA) are pleased to announce the appointment of Helen Haydock as the National Integrity Manager for both organisations.
“BA takes integrity very seriously and we are excited to partner with TTA in the appointment of Helen in the National Integrity Manager role and we extend our sincere appreciation to the Australia Sports Commission (ASC) and Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) in supporting this appointment which will make a huge difference to the implementation of all SIA policies, procedures and education at all levels of our sport,” BA CEO Tjitte Weistra said.
“Helen’s background and experience will no doubt have a hugely positive impact and will ensure that both BA and TTA have the support we need to not only effectively manage all integrity related matters but also to ensure education opportunities are adequately provided and embedded into our organisations.”
Sport is an Australian way of life. It brings people together, transcending differences in language, ability, cultures, and beliefs, and provides physical, social, and economic benefits. Integrity is an essential part of this.
Integrity in sport means that athletes, support persons, and fans can participate and celebrate sport, confident in the knowledge that they are part of a safe, ethical, and inclusive environment.
TTA CEO Nicole Adamson was delighted to welcome Helen to the Australian table tennis community.
“Helen comes to TTA and BA as a proven performer, with the experience and expertise to ensure our sport is at the forefront of best practice in the areas of compliance programs, risk and integrity management,” Adamson said.
“Her appointment will no doubt be of great benefit to table tennis and badminton, as both sports seek to ensure compliance with the National Integrity Framework.
“We look forward to welcoming her to the team, and wish to thank the ASC and SIA for their vital role in allowing us to make this appointment”.
Helen Haydock expressed her excitement for being appointed as the joint-National Integrity Manager for both BA and TTA.
“I am very grateful to BA and TTA for this opportunity to utilise my experience to assist in the roll out of the National Integrity Framework,” Haydock said.
“Working with various state bodies, in addition to the badminton and table tennis communities, I look forward to helping create a safe, inclusive environment for all.”
Helen’s qualifications include a Masters in Forensic Psychology, paired with years of experience across a variety of roles that focused on addressing and preventing harm among vulnerable people.
