We expect all attendees to adhere to the following guidelines:
Professional Behavior: Inappropriate comments, jokes, or behavior such as harassment, sexism, racism, or exclusion are unacceptable. Harassment includes disruptions of talks or events, unwelcome physical contact, sexual attention or innuendo, intimidation, stalking, unauthorized photography or recording.
Respectful Communication: All interactions should be suitable for a diverse professional audience. Avoid using sexual or sexist language or imagery.
Consideration for Others: Treat fellow attendees with consideration and respect. Refrain from insulting or belittling others. Focus on critiquing ideas rather than individuals.
Harassment-Free Environment: We are committed to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone. Harassment, discrimination, or retaliation for reporting violations of this code will not be tolerated. Violators may face sanctions or expulsion at the organizers' discretion.
Types of Harassment: Harassment includes but is not limited to:
- Offensive comments about gender, race, age, religion, etc.
- Unwanted comments about personal choices, lifestyle, and practices.
- Misgendering or using rejected names.
- Gratuitous sexual imagery or behavior in inappropriate contexts.
- Unwanted physical contact or simulated contact without consent.
- Threats or incitement of violence.
- Stalking or intimidation.
- Harassing photography or recording.
- Sustained disruption of discussions.
- Unwanted sexual attention.
- Continued communication after requests to stop.
- Outing someone's identity without consent.
- Retaliation against those reporting harassment.
Reporting: If you experience or witness harassment, contact our LOC. We take every report seriously and will respond promptly. Retaliation against those reporting harassment will not be tolerated.
Consequences: Individuals asked to cease harassing behavior must comply immediately. The organisers may take appropriate action, including expulsion from the meeting and notifying local authorities, if necessary.
Thank you for helping create a safe and respectful environment for all participants. Your cooperation ensures that everyone can engage in meaningful discussions and collaborations.
