Code of Conduct

The Code of Conduct

Remote Emote is dedicated to providing a conference experience that is free from all forms of harassment, and inclusive of all people. As such, we will cultivate an environment of mutual respect and responsibility. We will not tolerate harassment in any form; comments or interactions that are disrespectful, unprofessional or that support bigotry will be deleted. Those who violate our Code of Conduct may be warned or expelled at the discretion of the organizers.

It is important to understand the range of behaviors that constitute harassment. Harassing behavior may relate to:

• Age

• Appearance or body size

• Employment or militaty status

• Ethnicity

• Gender identity or expression

• Individual lifestyles

• Marital status

• National origin

• Physical or cognitive ability

• Political affiliation

• Sexual orientation

• Race

• Religion

Unacceptable behavior includes:

• making offensive comments related to any personal characteristic or identity

• deliberate intimidation, stalking, following

• harassing photography or recording; photographing and recording someone for any reason without first acquiring their consent

• continued disruption of presenters, talks, or performances

• disrespecting the physical, mental, and emotional space of others

• physical and/or verbal threats to any person or group;

Participants instructed to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately. This applies to everyone, including event staff and sponsors.

Reporting

If you would like to report an incident of harassment please first contact a moderator if available. You may also reach us by email at sevans01@mica.edu. You may also use our anonymous reporting form.

All reports and inquiries will be handled in confidence.

Sources

Art+Feminism's Safe Spaces Policy

Digital Library Federation (DLF)'s Code of Conduct

Geek Feminism's Anti-Harassment Policy

Towson Conference for Academic Libraries (TCAL)'s Code of Conduct