Code of Conduct
We are committed to making our space as safe, respectful, inclusive and fun as possible. Our events draw a wide variety of attendees with different identities, views and experiences so it is important that there is common understanding of appropriate behaviour. All volunteers and attendees of our events will be required to follow this code of conduct.
Equality & Diversity
- Be respectful of people’s identities, names and pronouns.
- Avoid negative comments, assumptions and stereotyping of people on the basis of their gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, nationality, class, disability, religion, beliefs, age, accent or culture.
- Respect the physical, mental and emotional boundaries of others – ask for consent before engaging in any form of physical contact.
- Shouting, harassing, threatening or humiliating behaviour (verbal, physical or sexual) towards others is unacceptable.
Respectful Communication
- Use the names and pronouns that others have asked you to use for them. If you are unsure of the pronoun someone uses, ask them, or avoid gendered language, e.g. use “they” instead of “he” or “she”.
- Be inclusive and supportive of those who are less confident or who have diverse communication styles so that everyone can contribute.
- Friendly constructive discussion is welcomed but personal insults and demeaning or argumentative comments are not acceptable.
Confidentiality
- Keep personal information shared at our events about others private, and only share if they have given you permission.
- Ensure you have permission from everyone with their face visible in shot before taking a photograph.
- Ensure you have permission from everyone who might be recorded before starting any audio or film recording.
- If you believe someone has photographed, audio recorded or filmed you without your permission, you may ask them to delete the image/recording or urgently contact any of the event organisers for assistance.
What if Code of Conduct is breached?
Please speak to a volunteer as soon as possible if you experience or witness anything that makes you feel uncomfortable or which may be in breach of the Code of Conduct.
We commit to training our volunteers on how to approach disclosures with urgency and compassion, making sure that the incident is reported appropriately.
We can listen in a private space, talk to the others involved, or require the person(s) in question to leave the premises. We may also make other reasonable requests or take other action if necessary.