We fully expect all members to be considerate, respectful, and collaborative with each other while at the facility; this includes, but is not limited to, all member events and functions hosted at StarSpace46.
The Code of Conduct “CoC” applies to all “participants”. Participants include attendees, speakers, organizers, co-workers / flex-space members, office members, day pass holders, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, and staff.
The expectations of our Code of Conduct apply at all official and unofficial events that our participants attend alongside each other, as we should look to fellow community members with a sense of security and commonality in even public spaces and gatherings.
Harassment of any kind shall never be tolerated, and should always be considered as an “in the eye of the beholder, not the person delivering the message” environment.
We fully understand that particular personal relationships have extended parameters and privileges, but we must also maintain a sense of security for all those entering our facility, as such our policy strictly prohibits the following:
Offensive comments related to gender, gender identity/expression, age, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, body size, and physical appearance
Sexualized or otherwise inappropriate images and hateful speech (including in presentations)
Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following
Harassing or unwanted photography or recording
Inappropriate or otherwise unwelcome physical contact or sexual attention of any kind (ex: unwanted hugs, playing with hair, or touching pregnant bellies)
Sustained or intentional disruption of talks or events
Questions, comments or actions without empathy. (We expect all words and actions to be rooted in thoughtfulness and conducive to positive growth)
Any other harassing, abusive, discriminatory, or derogatory conduct
While working within the space we expect everyone will:
Be considerate, respectful, and collaborative
Abide by all policies and act as stewards of our CoC, as you will be looked at as more permanent fixtures within the space
Interact with members in authentic, thoughtful, and empathetic ways that help foster our community
Clean any messes which you create (ex: Spills, Trash, Dishes)
Be mindful of fellow members with regards to your volume and content of conversations
Alert staff to any CoC violations or potential threats to safety
Event organizers will:
Uphold the Code of Conduct and be excellent examples of personal and professional conduct
Arrive early to make sure all preparations are made to greet incoming guest and arranged meals
Remain at the Event Space until all attendees are safely ushered off-premises and all entrances are properly locked and sealed
Attempt to prevent potential Code of Conduct violations before they occur and remain vigilant for persons in need of help
Contact local law enforcement or venue security
Provide escorts to anyone requesting safety and security
Assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of the event
The event organizers will take appropriate action against unacceptable behavior.
Organizers may expel participants from the event without warning or refund.
At all community and social events we expect everyone will:
Be considerate, respectful, and collaborative
Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior and speech
Act and engage in an authentic, thoughtful, and empathetic way to help to foster our community
Be mindful of your surroundings and of your fellow participants
Alert meeting organizers and volunteers if you notice Code of Conduct violations, someone in distress or a dangerous situation
Sponsors (otherwise known as vendors, booth staff) and other staff are subject to all expectations herein, with special attention given to abiding the anti-harassment policy.
Sponsors and staff also agree to the following:
No Inappropriate and offensive material
No sexualized images or activities
No sexualized clothing/uniforms/costumes
Current StarSpace46 Code of Conduct based on our friends in Techlahoma, with additional assistance from Yenzer Consulting Services, LLC
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