Conference Code of Conduct
Assert(js) is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for any conference venue, including talks. Conference participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund at the discretion of the conference organizers.
Anti-harassment
Harassment includes, but is not limited to:
Verbal
comments that reinforce social structures of domination related to gender, gender identity and
expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age,
religion
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 behaviour
Enforcement
Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are
expected to comply immediately.
If a participant engages in harassing behaviour, event
organisers retain the right to take any actions to keep the event a welcoming environment for
all participants. This includes warning the offender or expulsion from the conference with no
refund.
Event organisers may take action to redress anything designed to, or with the clear
impact of, disrupting the event or making the environment hostile for any participants. We
expect participants to follow these rules at all event venues and event-related social
activities. We think people should follow these rules outside event activities too!
Reporting
If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome,
please report it as soon as possible. Conference staff can be identified by OK GROW! t-shirts.
Harassment and other Code of Conduct violations reduce the value of our event for everyone. We
want you to be happy at our event. People like you make our event a better place. You can make a
report either personally or anonymously either by contacting event staff or emailing us at:
assertjs@okgrow.com
Our team will be happy to help you contact hotel/venue security, local law enforcement, local support services, provide escorts, or otherwise assist you to feel safe for the duration of the event. We value your attendance.