Information on using social media, responding to member feedback and creating club apparel.
It is important that RMIT Student Life and affiliated clubs take a proactive approach to communication.
Providing club contacts
Clubs will be requested to provide contact information at the commencement of each year: It is important all clubs ensure promotion of multiple communication methods with their club (i.e., provide club email address, social media handles, mobile phone contact, and training locations/times) to ensure all potential new members can enquire about the club with ease.
Contact us for more information and a link to the clubs contacts form.
Social media
Social media channels are great ways to communicate within clubs and to potential members, however clubs need to be aware of privacy issues, be respectful and professional and ensure they do not discriminate against any person or organisation. It is recommended to appoint an individual within your club to manage all social media channels.
Club apparel orders
Clubs are encouraged to make use of club specific apparel as this can help with team spirit, identity, fund raising, rewards for committee and/or members. The Clubs & Societies Program Coordinator must be provided with a proof of all designs before production beings, approval will be given in a timely manner. Failure to do so will result in penalties ranging from fines to not being able to use purchased apparel. All apparel and uniforms may be worn by any individual in accordance with their gender identity and presentation, clubs must provide non-gendered options for any designs or team specific apparel.
Club apparel orders
Clubs are encouraged to make use of club specific apparel as this can help with team spirit, identity, fund raising, rewards for committee and/or members. The Clubs & Societies Program Coordinator must be provided with a proof of all designs before production beings, approval will be given in a timely manner. Failure to do so will result in penalties ranging from fines to not being able to use purchased apparel. All apparel and uniforms may be worn by any individual in accordance with their gender identity and presentation, clubs must provide non-gendered options for any designs or team specific apparel.
RMIT Student Life brand guidelines
These brand identity rules apply to the RMIT Student Life brand and the wider RMIT community. Please refer contact the Student Programs Advisor (Clubs) for a copy of the full RMIT policy.
- The RMIT pixel cannot be used without the RMIT word mark.
- The pixel cannot be visually distorted or used as a design feature on its own.
- The full colour positive version on a white background is the preferred version and should be used wherever possible.
- The RMIT brand mark needs to be surrounded by an area of uninterrupted clear space to allow it to remain prominent.
- No other graphic elements (such as photography or typography) should appear within this zone.
- The brand mark must never be produced at a size less than 20mm.
- The RMIT brand mark should always be positioned in the top right-hand corner or bottom right-hand corner of communications.
- The brand mark may not be redrawn or altered in any way under any circumstances. E.g., Do not distort, rotate, change colours, apply drop shadow or any other design changes.
Clubs can contact the Clubs and Societies Program Coordinator via clubs@rmit.edu.au to request a high resolution version.
Responding to member feedback
From time to time, you may find there is conflict in your club. In clubs where conflict is openly confronted and resolved, rather than being ignored, people are more likely to be committed to the club and turnover rates tend to be lower. You might think about appointing a membership officer who the members feel comfortable about approaching on club-related issues. There is value in having this person as a member advocate on your committee.
If the issue is related to discrimination, bullying, harassment or sexual assault you can contact RMIT Safer Community at safercommunity@rmit.edu.au.
RMIT Safer Community provides advice, support and options to address threatening or concerning behaviour. If the issue is related to LGBTQ+ specific harassment, bullying or discrimination you may choose to follow any of these steps:
- Contact the Clubs & Societies Program Coordinator via clubs@rmit.edu.au for a confidential discussion.
- Speak with a club committee member about the incident or behaviour and what you would like to see happen to ensure you feel safe and supported.
- Make a formal complaint.
- Contact Safer Community.
