As HSV, we stand for team spirit, respect and a culture of mutual appreciation – both on and off the pitch. We create spaces where people from all different backgrounds can come together and experience a sense of community. Whether on match days in our Volksparkstadion, at events outside the stadium, or during training sessions at one of our club’s many sports facilities – HSV is a place where people meet and connect with one another.
Each of these individuals has personal boundaries that must be respected and protected. This is another reason why we continually emphasise the importance of diversity and inclusion. Only together can we create an environment in which everyone feels safe and comfortable. If you witness or experience misconduct in connection with HSV, you can report it via the digital whistleblowing system – completely anonymously if you wish. Examples of such behaviour might include the following:
Each of these individuals has personal boundaries that must be respected and protected. This is another reason why we continually emphasise the importance of diversity and inclusion. Only together can we create an environment in which everyone feels safe and comfortable. If you witness or experience misconduct in connection with HSV, you can report it via the digital whistleblowing system – completely anonymously if you wish. Examples of such behaviour might include the following:
- violations of behavioral or ethical principles (e.g. discrimination, harassment, hate speech, physical or psychological violence)
- abuse of power and violations of child and youth protection regulations (e.g. taking advantage of situations of dependency, violating personal boundaries, coercion)
- violations of the legal, compliance and policy requirements (e.g. corruption, fraud, match-fixing or betting manipulation, conflicts of interest, data protection violations)
- violations of human rights and due diligence obligations (e.g. violations of health and safety regulations, forced labour, serious environmental violations)
Submitting a report can help to protect those affected or the HSV from damage at an early stage, defend shared values and fully clarify the facts of a case. All reports received are examined carefully and confidentially in accordance with the legal provisions on whistleblower protection (HinSchG), so that whistleblowers need not fear any consequences. The reporting process is designed to be whistleblower-centred, ensuring that whistleblowers retain as much control as possible over the process even after they have submitted their report. If a report is made completely anonymously, no action will be taken to identify the person making the report.
Thank you for your trust and for having the courage to stand up for our shared values!
Thank you for your trust and for having the courage to stand up for our shared values!