Code of Conduct

The experience when participating in a UFAW event – whether online or in person – should be inclusive and safe. We therefore expect anyone taking part in one of our events to adhere to our Code of Conduct. Please note that we reserve the right to ask anyone present at the event who is behaving inappropriately to leave the meeting.

We expect all delegates to:

1. Treat all participants with respect and consideration
2. Appreciate the diversity of opinions and views that exist among participants
3. Critique only ideas and not the person voicing the opinion
4. Not record video / audio presentations and discussions without prior permission
5. Respect any request from presenters not to share their content on social media
6. Ensure that others have the opportunity to speak in group discussions

The following are examples of unacceptable behaviour:

• Sending abusive messages to anyone involved in or present at the conference
• Bullying, harassment (psychological or sexual), and intimidation, including negative comments about anyone’s ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability, or sharing inappropriate images – including when meant as a joke
• Disruptive behaviour, including persistent interruption of presenters

For delegates experiencing unacceptable behaviour Please contact the conference organiser or one of our staff members if you are (or have been) experiencing behaviour that does not live up to our Code of Conduct. We will deal with your concern in confidence and take appropriate action. This may include removing any delegate from the meeting, prohibit attendance for future conferences, blocking the individual on social media platforms, and/or reporting the incident to the person’s employer or the relevant authorities