The Initial Stages 2025 (IS2025) conference is committed to upholding professionalism and fostering a harmonious and professional conference environment. The following is our Conference Code of Conduct (hereinafter referred to as "Code"), and your participation in this conference signifies your agreement to abide by this Code. IS2025 will rigorously enforce this Code to ensure the safety and smooth experience of all participants.
- Mutual Respect IS2025 strongly opposes any form of bias, harassment, and retaliation. We call upon all individuals present at the conference, including but not limited to participants, exhibitors, society staff, volunteers, and stakeholders, to welcome each other with professionalism. Mutual respect and understanding should be practiced at conference venues, online conference platforms, and related social activities, fostering an environment of harmony, inclusivity, and professionalism.
- Creating a Safe Environment IS2025 is dedicated to creating a safe event environment and will not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination by participants. IS2025 will strictly enforce this Code of Conduct, and we expect the collaborative effort of all participants to ensure a safe and seamless event environment.
- Complaint Procedure If you encounter any issues or situations, feel free to seek assistance from IS2025 staff and on-site volunteers. If you experience any situation that you believe the organizers should be aware of or address, please contact the organizers during the event. In case of harassment, discrimination, or other concerns, promptly contact conference personnel. IS2025 will respond as soon as possible.
- Prohibition of Harassment and Discrimination All individuals present at the conference must refrain from engaging in inappropriate language or behavior targeting age, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, nationality, political stance, physical attributes, educational background, or other legally protected characteristics. We strictly prohibit any form of harassment, discrimination, offense, and aggression, including but not limited to:
- Bullying or personal attacks
- Interrupting conversations or activities
- Using sexually explicit language and imagery
- Gender-based, racial, or exclusionary jokes
- Offensive speech or threats
- Harassment through photos or recordings
- Inappropriate physical contact and sexual harassment
- Unwanted direct messages
- Doxing or leaking personal information
- Offensive jokes or comments
- Inappropriate touching or staring
- Offensive imagery
- Unauthorized photography and stalking
Participants, upon being warned by the organizers, should immediately cease any harassing behavior and comply with the organizers' requests or instructions.
- Consequences for Violating the Code All instances of violating this Code of Conduct will be reported to the conference organizers, IS2025 staff, or conference leads. Consequences may include verbal warnings, expulsion from the conference without a refund, prohibition from attending future conferences, or even legal action. We encourage participants to report improper behavior to the organizers actively and appreciate everyone's cooperation. We emphasize that even in cases where there is no malicious intent, an appeal mechanism will be provided if behavior is deemed inappropriate.
IS2025 expects and encourages all participants to adhere to this Code of Conduct, report any inappropriate conduct, and work together to maintain an environment of respect, safety, and professionalism.
In addition, for environmental reasons, disposable cups will not be provided at IS2025.
Thank you for your cooperation.
