Introduction 

We want everyone at eVendLab to learn, to contribute and to have fun.  That means creating a safe inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.   

All eVendlab attendees, organisers, sponsors, and volunteers have a responsibility to help us create a safe online space and must agree to our code of conduct.  Organisers will enforce this code throughout the event. We expect cooperation from all participants to ensure a safe, fun and fruitful environment for everybody. 

Code of Conduct 

Our conference is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, knowledge of presented subject matter, or religion (or lack thereof). We do not tolerate harassment, bullying or hate in any form. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for any venue, including talks, parties, social media, or any other form of communication. Participants violating these rules are likely to be sanctioned or expelled from eVendLab without a refund at the discretion of the organisers.   

Unacceptable behaviour includes (but is not limited to): 

• offensive verbal comments 
• deliberate intimidation, bullying, harassment  
• stalking and/or following  
• violence and/or threats of violence  
• unwelcome sexual attention or physical contact  
• sharing content/links to content which is illegal, pornographic or other inappropriate material  

• sustained disruption of talks/sessions  
• other behaviour deemed inappropriate, offensive, threatening or harmful.  
• unsolicited and/or persistent messaging in private channels (e.g. twitter direct messages) 
• instigating or encouraging any of the behaviours set out above  

If you are subject to unacceptable behaviour, or notice that someone else is, or have any other concerns, please let eVendLab staff know immediately.  

eVendLab staff will be happy to help participants contact police, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of the conference at the venue. 

We expect participants to follow these rules at all eVendLab physical and virtual events, including social events.  

Thank you! 

eVendLab Organisers