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'''The Internet Freedom Festival is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for discussing issues related to freedom of expression.'''
We are committed to providing an inclusive, safe, and collaborative environment for all participants, regardless of their gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, sexual characteristics, physical appearance, disability, or age.  


We encourage all participants to approach the event with open and positive attitudes, and to engage constructively with others at all times. This code of conduct applies to the IFF conference and all conference-related social events, such as parties or gatherings at restaurants or bars.
'''This code of conduct applies to all of our events, online spaces, and virtual spaces, including any parties and gatherings at restaurants or other venues related to any of our initiatives.'''


It is vital that discussions include many different opinions and experiences, so we do not tolerate any kind of harassment. We will take action in response to harassment related to national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, physical characteristics, disability, religion, and age.  
The code of conduct ensures that behaviors that may harm participants are avoided. It provides individuals who are victims of negative behaviors with confidence that they will be supported by the organization, who respects and stands behind the code of conduct. We are focused on supporting and empowering the most marginalized, with our approach focused on mutual respect and enhancing collaboration and trust among participants.  
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<h1>Guide to Communication</h1>
Individuals that violate the Code of Conduct may be asked to leave our community spaces and/or events.
The IFF is an international, multidisciplinary festival. There will be people speaking multiple languages and using terms from various fields of study. English will often be the language we are using, and people who are fluent English speakers will have an advantage over less fluent English speakers.


We encourage all participants to approach the event with open and positive attitudes, and to engage constructively with others at all times.  
A Code of Conduct is not a restorative justice tool, nor a tool to protect people from harm that occurs outside of TCU spaces or events.


'''Please see our full [[Guide to Communication|Community Culture]] for details and guidelines.'''
==Unacceptable Behaviors==


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Harassment may occur online or in person. Examples of unacceptable behaviors include:


<h1>Unacceptable Behaviors</h1>
'''1.''' Verbal comments that reinforce oppression related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, age or religion (or lack thereof).
'''Harassment may occur online or in person. Examples of unacceptable behaviors include:'''


'''1.''' Verbal comments that reinforce oppression related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, age or religion (or lack thereof);
'''2.''' Imitating or making fun of accents or grammatical errors, or giving unsolicited grammar corrections (but clarifying questions are fine).


'''2.''' Imitating or making fun of accents or grammatical errors, or giving unsolicited grammar corrections (but clarifying questions are fine);
'''3.''' Verbal threats or demands.


'''3.''' Verbal threats or demands;
'''4.''' Sexualized images in public spaces.


'''4.''' Sexualized images in public spaces;
'''5.''' Intimidation or bullying.


'''5.''' Intimidation;
'''6.''' Stalking.


'''6.''' Stalking;
'''7.''' Harassing photography or recording.


'''7.''' Harassing photography or recording;
'''8.''' Sustained disruption of sessions or events.


'''8.''' Sustained disruption of sessions or events;
'''9.''' Unwelcome physical contact or sexual attention.


'''9.''' Unwelcome physical contact or sexual attention;
'''10.''' Drugging food or drink.


'''10.''' Drugging food or drink;
'''11.''' Violating the conference privacy policy in order to attract negative attention to an attendee.


'''11.''' Violating the conference privacy policy in order to attract negative attention to an attendee;
'''12.''' Enlisting the help of others, whether in person or online, in order to target an attendee.


'''12.''' Enlisting the help of others, whether in person or online, in order to target an attendee;
'''13.''' Intentional dismissal of an attendee’s gender identity, expression or sexual orientation in any form.


''' 13.''' Intentional dismissal of an attendee’s gender identity, expression or sexual orientation in any form;
'''14.''' Spamming, trolling, flaming, baiting or other attention-stealing behavior in virtual spaces. 


'''14.''' Advocating for or encouraging any of the above behavior.
'''15.''' Advocating for or encouraging any of the above behavior.
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Let someone leave a conversation that makes them uncomfortable, and do not follow people who asked to be left alone. '''If you discuss difficult topics that may be traumatic for participants, ''provide warnings'' so people may leave a conversation or plan coping strategies.'''
'''16.''' Not respecting or following our [[Security Policy]].


Participants who are asked to stop harassing behaviors are expected to cease immediately. Depending on severity of harassment or repeat offenses, IFF staff will respond appropriately, including but not limited to giving warnings or expulsion from the event. With the consent of the person being harassed, local authorities will be called if needed.
Let someone leave a conversation that makes them uncomfortable, and do not follow people who asked to be left alone. If you discuss difficult topics that may be traumatic for participants, provide warnings so people may leave a conversation or plan coping strategies.


We count on '''everyone''' - from partner organizations to individuals - to do their part to ensure positive experiences for all participants. '''If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of IFF staff immediately.'''
Individuals who are asked to stop harassing behaviors are expected to cease immediately. Depending on severity of harassment or repeat offenses, our staff will respond appropriately, including but not limited to: giving warnings or expulsion from the event and virtual spaces. With the consent of the person(s) being harassed, local authorities will be called if needed.


See '''Reporting Violations''' [https://internetfreedomfestival.org/wiki/index.php?title=Code_of_Conduct&action=submit#Reporting_Violations] below for contact information.
We count on everyone - from partner organizations to individuals - to do their part to ensure positive experiences for all participants. If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact our team.
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<h1>Incident Response Committee Members</h1>
== Report a violation ==
'''The following individuals form the IFF Code of Conduct Incident Response Committee:'''
Reports can be made confidentially via email at codeofconduct@digitalrights.community (PGP Key Fingerprint: AFEA 3284 7592 85B1 4DCD 24CA 3B4D 2929 6DFC 446F) or via Signal at +1-347-646-0379.  Or, by doing one of the following:


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* '''For in-person events''', locate a member of the Code of Conduct Committee  or Wellness Team on-site. Team CommUNITY event staff can be identified by conference logo shirts, and will be at the information desk by the front entrance and key locations throughout the conference.
* '''For virtual events''', please contact a staff member on Mattermost.


If your concern involves a member of the committee, they will remove themselves from handling your report.
All reports are confidential. You will not be asked to take actions that make you feel unsafe. Breaking the code of conduct may result in immediate expulsion from the event and/or space.
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<h1>Reporting Violations</h1>
'''Reports can be made confidentially by doing one of the following:'''
 
'''1.''' Locating a member of the IFF staff on-site. IFF staff can be identified by conference logo shirts, and will be at the information desk by the front entrance throughout the conference.
 
'''2.''' Emailing '''codeofconduct@internetfreedomfestival.org''' | '''GPG Public Key: [http://hkps.pool.sks-keyservers.net/pks/lookup?search=codeofconduct%40internetfreedomfestival.org&fingerprint=on&op=index| 4EB6 6CD8 B9F6 E6FE 90A9  1746 B7FC 780B 01E4 9BFD]'''
 
'''3.''' Twitter Direct Message to '''@InternetFF''' | https://twitter.com/internetff
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'''All reports are confidential.''' You will not be asked to take actions that make you feel unsafe. Conference staff will be happy to help participants contact hotel/venue security or local law enforcement, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of the conference.
 
'''Local Emergency Information:''' https://internetfreedomfestival.org/wiki/index.php/Emergency_Numbers
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<h1>Privacy Policy</h1>
Since many participants rely on privacy-enhancing technology to protect their freedom of expression, the Internet Freedom Festival uses the [https://www.chathamhouse.org/about/chatham-house-rule/translations '''Chatham House Rule:'''].
 
''“When a meeting, or part thereof, is held under the Chatham House Rule, participants are free to use the information received, but neither the identity nor the affiliation of the speaker(s), nor that of any other participant, may be revealed.”''
 
Use the Chatham House Rule for session notes as well.
 
* Wear your nametag at all times inside the venue: Our staff will be monitoring, and only attendees wearing badges will be allowed inside the session rooms.
 
* Do not record any IFF activities: Photography, video, audio or any other kind of recording is not allowed inside the venue. When taking pictures outside the venue, please make sure that only people who consent to pictures are included.
 
* Refraining from tweeting, posting, or publishing information about attendees, unless you obtain clear permission from them. This includes all tagging on social media.
 
Some photography and videography will take place in designated areas by designated staff only. However, you will be informed if there is risk of being recorded or photographed. Failure to comply with any of the above stated policies constitutes sufficient grounds for expulsion from the event.
 
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''Code of Conduct Last Updated: 1 February 2018''

Latest revision as of 02:12, 4 February 2024

We are committed to providing an inclusive, safe, and collaborative environment for all participants, regardless of their gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, sexual characteristics, physical appearance, disability, or age.

This code of conduct applies to all of our events, online spaces, and virtual spaces, including any parties and gatherings at restaurants or other venues related to any of our initiatives.

The code of conduct ensures that behaviors that may harm participants are avoided. It provides individuals who are victims of negative behaviors with confidence that they will be supported by the organization, who respects and stands behind the code of conduct. We are focused on supporting and empowering the most marginalized, with our approach focused on mutual respect and enhancing collaboration and trust among participants.

Individuals that violate the Code of Conduct may be asked to leave our community spaces and/or events.

A Code of Conduct is not a restorative justice tool, nor a tool to protect people from harm that occurs outside of TCU spaces or events.

Unacceptable Behaviors

Harassment may occur online or in person. Examples of unacceptable behaviors include:

1. Verbal comments that reinforce oppression related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, age or religion (or lack thereof).

2. Imitating or making fun of accents or grammatical errors, or giving unsolicited grammar corrections (but clarifying questions are fine).

3. Verbal threats or demands.

4. Sexualized images in public spaces.

5. Intimidation or bullying.

6. Stalking.

7. Harassing photography or recording.

8. Sustained disruption of sessions or events.

9. Unwelcome physical contact or sexual attention.

10. Drugging food or drink.

11. Violating the conference privacy policy in order to attract negative attention to an attendee.

12. Enlisting the help of others, whether in person or online, in order to target an attendee.

13. Intentional dismissal of an attendee’s gender identity, expression or sexual orientation in any form.

14. Spamming, trolling, flaming, baiting or other attention-stealing behavior in virtual spaces.

15. Advocating for or encouraging any of the above behavior.

16. Not respecting or following our Security Policy.

Let someone leave a conversation that makes them uncomfortable, and do not follow people who asked to be left alone. If you discuss difficult topics that may be traumatic for participants, provide warnings so people may leave a conversation or plan coping strategies.

Individuals who are asked to stop harassing behaviors are expected to cease immediately. Depending on severity of harassment or repeat offenses, our staff will respond appropriately, including but not limited to: giving warnings or expulsion from the event and virtual spaces. With the consent of the person(s) being harassed, local authorities will be called if needed.

We count on everyone - from partner organizations to individuals - to do their part to ensure positive experiences for all participants. If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact our team.

Report a violation

Reports can be made confidentially via email at codeofconduct@digitalrights.community (PGP Key Fingerprint: AFEA 3284 7592 85B1 4DCD 24CA 3B4D 2929 6DFC 446F) or via Signal at +1-347-646-0379.  Or, by doing one of the following:

  • For in-person events, locate a member of the Code of Conduct Committee  or Wellness Team on-site. Team CommUNITY event staff can be identified by conference logo shirts, and will be at the information desk by the front entrance and key locations throughout the conference.
  • For virtual events, please contact a staff member on Mattermost.

All reports are confidential. You will not be asked to take actions that make you feel unsafe. Breaking the code of conduct may result in immediate expulsion from the event and/or space.

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