Social Media Policy

At All England Dance (AED), we value the power of social media to connect, inspire, and celebrate our vibrant dance community. Social media offers a wonderful space to share achievements, events, and the joy of dance, and we encourage all members of the AED community to participate respectfully and responsibly.

Our Social Media Guidelines below are in place to help ensure that our online community remains positive, safe, and inclusive for everyone. We ask all participants, including AED Affiliated festivals, teachers, parents, and performers, to keep these in mind when engaging on AED’s social platforms or discussing AED-related topics on personal accounts.

AED Social Media Policy & Guidelines

  1. Be Respectful and Supportive

Treat others with respect in all interactions, comments, and messages. We are here to celebrate dance and support each other, so please engage positively and constructively.

  1. Showcase AED’s Values

Treat others with respect in all interactions, comments, and messages. We are here to celebrate dance and support each other, so please engage positively and constructively.

  1. Protecting Our Youth Community

For the safety of our younger dancers, please avoid tagging minors without parental permission or sharing images of them that may be deemed inappropriate or that are posted without consent. AED works to protect all members, and our official accounts will follow these guidelines as well.

  1. Follow AED’s Official Channels for Updates

For the latest news, announcements, and event highlights, be sure to follow AED’s official social media accounts. This is the best way to stay informed and join our shared celebrations.

Content Submission

  1. Submitting Content

We invite all Regional and National Finalists, their families, and affiliated organisations to share success stories, notable achievements, and relevant updates by sending information directly to AED via email or private messaging on our official social media accounts.

Required Information: when submitting content, please include:

  • Full name of the finalist and dance school
  • Description of the achievement or update
  • Any photos, videos, or media assets (if available, ensuring you have the rights to share them)

  1. Content Review & Approval

Assessment Process: All content submissions will be reviewed to ensure alignment with AED’s values, brand, and community standards. This assessment helps us maintain a cohesive and respectful environment on our social media platforms.

Approval & Scheduling: AED reserves the right to approve, modify, or decline submissions based on our social media strategy, content schedule, and appropriateness of the content.

The AED editor holds the responsibility for deciding which content is shared across AED social platforms, ensuring it aligns with our standards and audience interests. This approach allows us to maintain a cohesive and engaging presence online.

Approved posts will be scheduled at AED’s discretion to best fit our content calendar.

  1. Content Guidelines

Positive Representation: Content should positively represent the dance community, celebrate achievements, and respect the privacy and dignity of all individuals involved.

Compliance with AED’s Values: Posts must adhere to AED’s commitment to inclusivity, respect, and professionalism. Content that contains inappropriate language, commercial endorsements, or any material deemed offensive or divisive will not be shared.

  1. Use of AED Social Media for Personal Promotion

Promotion Limitations: AED’s social media channels are happy to promote the achievements of Regional and National Finalists. Personal business promotions, endorsements, or unrelated content will not be accepted.

  1. Privacy & Permissions

Media Consent: By submitting content, you affirm that you have the necessary permissions from all parties involved, including in the case of minors, to publicly share the information and media.

Content Ownership: AED reserves the right to use submitted content across its platforms and promotional materials, with attribution given to the finalists or organisations whenever feasible.

Staying Aligned with AED’s Mission

Social media is an extension of our AED community, and together, we can ensure it remains a positive, inspiring, and supportive space for all.

Thank you for upholding these guidelines and for contributing to a wonderful online community that reflects the passion and dedication of All England Dance.

For any questions about content submission or the review process, please contact us at comms@all-england-dance.org.uk.