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Code of Conduct

Creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all attendees.

Our Commitment

ArcticCon is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion, or technology choices.

Expected Behavior

  • Be respectful and considerate in all interactions
  • Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior and speech
  • Be mindful of your surroundings and fellow participants
  • Alert conference staff if you notice a dangerous situation or someone in distress
  • Respect speaker requests regarding photography and recording
  • Follow venue rules and staff directions

Unacceptable Behavior

The following behaviors are considered harassment and are unacceptable:

  • Verbal comments that reinforce social structures of domination
  • Sexual images in public spaces
  • Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following
  • Harassing photography or recording
  • Sustained disruption of talks or other events
  • Inappropriate physical contact
  • Unwelcome sexual attention
  • Advocating for or encouraging any of the above behaviors

Consequences

Unacceptable behavior from any conference participant, including sponsors and staff, will not be tolerated. Anyone asked to stop unacceptable behavior is expected to comply immediately.

If a participant engages in unacceptable behavior, the conference organizers may take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender or expulsion from the conference without refund.

Reporting

If you are subject to or witness unacceptable behavior, or have any other concerns, please notify a conference organizer as soon as possible.

All reports will be handled with discretion. We will work with you to determine a response that addresses your concerns while respecting your privacy.

Scope

This Code of Conduct applies to all ArcticCon venues, including the main conference, workshops, social events, and online spaces associated with the event.