Code of Conduct

We value the participation of each stakeholder at EPCC events and want all attendees to have an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. Accordingly, all attendees are expected to show respect and courtesy to other attendees throughout each event.

To make clear what is expected, all attendees, speakers, exhibitors, organisers and volunteers at our events are required to conform to the following Code of Conduct and accept the procedures by which any Code of Conduct incidents are resolved.

Summary

We are dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of background or identity. We do not tolerate harassment of event participants in any form.

Any form of behaviour that excludes, intimidates, or causes discomfort is a violation of the Code of Conduct.

All communication should be appropriate for a professional audience including people of many different backgrounds.

Be kind to others. Do not insult or put down other attendees.

Behave professionally. Remember that harassment and exclusionary comments will not be tolerated at our events.

Attendees violating these rules may be asked to leave the event at the sole discretion of the event organisers.

To foster a positive and professional environment we encourage the following:

Use welcoming and inclusive language
Be respectful of different viewpoints and experiences
Gracefully accept constructive criticism
Focus on what is best for the community
Show courtesy and respect towards other community members.

Clarifications

Harassment includes offensive communication related to gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, religion, sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, non-consensual photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention.

Any form of behaviour that excludes, intimidates, or causes discomfort is a violation of the Code of Conduct.