The organisers of FRB 2027 are committed to providing a safe, harassment-free environment so that all attendees can enjoy and benefit from their experience. The following code applies to all conference events, including but not limited to: talks, discussion sessions, tutorials, meals, and social events. The code also applies to any and all forms of interaction, whether verbal or written, on any platform, including Slack, Zoom, and social media.
By registering for this event, all attendees agree to adhere to the following guidelines:
Behave in a professional manner, including:
- Treating others with dignity, courtesy, respect, politeness, and consideration.
- Being respectful of others’ right to express their views, even if you disagree.
- Managing conflict with others in a respectful way rather than in a confrontational way.
The organisers will not condone unprofessional behaviour, including:
- Profanity, abuse, shouting, aggression, violent language, or inappropriate physical contact directed at an individual or individuals.
- Humiliating, degrading, demeaning, belittling, insulting, frightening, harassing, or intimidating another person.
- Making sexist, racist, or exclusionary comments or jokes.
- Using sexual or sexist language or imagery.
All communication, whether it be in person or electronically, should be kept appropriate and respectful for a professional audience including people of many different backgrounds and identities.
Be kind to others. Do not insult or put down attendees.
We will not tolerate any harassment or discrimination based on:
- Gender
- Gender identity and expression
- Age
- Career stage
- Sexual orientation
- Disability
- Physical appearance
- Body size
- Racialization
- Ethnicity
- Nationality
- Language (spoken or written)
- Religion
- Educational background
- Civil status
- Political conviction
Harassment and discrimination include deliberate intimidation, bullying, stalking, following, photography or audio/video recording without consent, sustained disruption of talks or other events, and unwelcome sexual attention. Note that harassment intended in a joking manner is still harassment.
All individuals are expected to respect the values outlined in this Statement regardless of the influence presented by alcohol and/or drug use. Those engaging in inappropriate behaviour may be asked to leave events by relevant event organisers (without refund of any registration or admission fee) or reported to law enforcement at the discretion of the organisers.
If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact an organiser immediately. Organisers will be identifiable by designations on their name tags.