Knight comments were made following revelations last week that two St Kilda players were being investigated for alleged sexual misconduct.
""I think it is timely that clubs, the AFL & AFLPA review their education programs, consulting experts in all areas of a sexual and violent nature. We need to make sure we are educating our players properly,"" she said.
""The boards of clubs need to review their policies in light of current allegations seeking professional opinions outside their clubs on their content and any disciplinary actions if required.""
Knight said that whether players liked it or not they were role models. She understood the difficulties in dealing with that but said it didn’t excuse violent behaviour in any way, shape or form.
""Many players have left home at 18, are thrust into a man's world and told they are role models, but in reality they are still learning about decision making while experiencing life styles that other young men their age only dream about. They are however Ambassadors!,"" she said.
""The culture at Essendon during this period of our history is greatly influenced by two great role models in our team leaders James Hird and Matthew Lloyd. Players need to get together and take control of these issues. I know our Captain James Hird was one of the first captains to address the ""Canterbury Bulldogs allegations"" with our players.""
Knight also said that at all levels, this needed to be a problem addressed by both men and women. ""Five clubs now have women directors, why not all 16 clubs? Why not the AFL Commission?"" she said.
