BOPP Code of Conduct

BOPP is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for any conference venue, including talks. Conference participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund at the discretion of the conference organizers.

Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

  1. Verbal comments that reinforce social structures of domination related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, religion.

  2. Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following 

  3. Harassing photography or recording

  4. Sustained disruption of talks or other events

  5. Inappropriate physical contact

  6. Unwelcome sexual attention

  7. Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behavior

ENFORCEMENT

Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately.

Exhibitors and sponsors are also subject to the anti-harassment policy.

If a participant engages in harassing behavior, event organizers retain the right to take any actions to keep the event a welcoming environment for all participants. This includes warning the offender or expulsion from the conference with no refund.

Event organizers may take action to redress anything designed to, or with the clear impact of, disrupting the event or making the environment hostile for any participants.

We expect participants to follow these rules at all event venues and event-related social activities. We think people should follow these rules outside event activities too!

REPORTING

If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report it as soon as possible to conference staff or venue staff. You can do this in person or via email at info@boppconference.com. Harassment and other code of conduct violations reduce the value of our event for everyone. Our team will be happy to help you contact local law enforcement, local support services, provide escorts, or otherwise assist you to feel safe for the duration of the event. We value your attendance.