code_of_conduct.md

Code of Conduct

Short public version

This is a very short version that refers the reader to a longer version of the policy. Suitable for footers on announcement emails, web pages, news stories, etc.

DimSumLabs is dedicated to a harassment-free experience for everyone. Our code of conduct can be found at: https://github.com/dimsumlabs/dsl-formal/blob/master/code_of_conduct.md

Medium public version

This is a statement of the organisers' principles and sets expectations for the tone and style of the DimSumLabs. Suitable for the web site and longer announcements.

DimSumLabs is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, political affiliation or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of people at our events or space in any form. People violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the space or the event at the discretion of any DimSumLabs member.

Our code of conduct can be found at: https://github.com/dimsumlabs/dsl-formal/blob/master/code_of_conduct.md

Long public version

This version focuses on specific instructions to people at DimSumLabs, with the goal of preventing harassment in the first place through education. Suitable for the web site and printed material.

DimSumLabs is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, political affiliation or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of people at our events or space in any form. People violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the space or the event at the discretion of any DimSumLabs member.

Harassment includes offensive verbal comments related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, political affiliation and religion. Harassment also includes sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, verbal or physical threats, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention. People asked to stop any harassing behaviour are expected to comply immediately.

If a person engages in harassing behaviour, DimSumLabs members may take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender or expulsion from the space or event. If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member or director immediately.

This anti-harassment policy is based on the MakeHackVoid Code of Conduct, which in turn is based on the example policy from the Geek Feminism wiki, created by the Ada Initiative and other volunteers.

Internal Version for Members

This version is intended for internal use by DimSumLabs members. It defines our enforcement policy.

Warnings

Any member of DimSumLabs can issue a verbal warning to a person that their behaviour violates the space's anti-harassment policy. Warnings should be reported to dimsumlabs-members@lists.dimsumlabs.com as soon as practical. The report should include:

• Identifying information (name) of the person
• The time you issued the warning
• The behaviour that was in violation
• The approximate time of the behaviour (if different than the time of warning)
• The circumstances surrounding the incident
• Your identity
• Other people involved in the incident

Presentations

Presentations or similar events should not be stopped for one-time gaffes or minor problems, although a member should speak to the presenter afterward. However, members should take immediate action to politely and calmly stop any presentation or event that repeatedly or seriously violates the anti-harassment policy. For example, simply say "I'm sorry, this presentation cannot be continued at the present time" with no further explanation.

Taking reports

When taking a report from someone experiencing harassment you should record what they say and reassure them they are being taken seriously, but avoid making specific promises about what actions DimSumLabs will take. Ask for any other information if the reporter has not volunteered it (such as time, place) but do not pressure them to provide it if they are reluctant. Even if the report lacks important details such as the identity of the person taking the harassing actions, it should still be recorded and passed along to the directors. If the reporter desires it, arrange for an escort by a trusted person, contact a friend, and contact local law enforcement. Do not pressure the reporter to take any action if they do not want to do it. Respect the reporter's privacy by not sharing unnecessary details with others, especially individuals who were not involved with the situation or non directors.

The report should include;

• Identifying information (name) of the person
• The time you issued the warning
• The behaviour that was in violation
• The approximate time of the behaviour (if different than the time of warning)
• The circumstances surrounding the incident
• Your identity
• Other people involved in the incident

Expulsion

A person may be expelled by the decision of any of the above listed entities for whatever reasons they deem sufficient. However, here are some general guidelines for when a participant should be expelled:

• A third offence resulting in a warning
• Continuing to harass after any "No" or "Stop" instruction
• A pattern of harassing behaviour, with or without warnings
• A single serious offence (e.g., punching or groping someone)
• A single obviously intentional offence (e.g., taking up-skirt photos)

Local authorities should be contacted when appropriate.

Public statements

As a general rule, DimSumLabs members should not make any public statements about the behaviour of individual people in relation to the code of conduct.

In general, consult with other members and directors when possible but act when necessary.