Wikisphere is committed to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, physical appearance or any other physical or social circumstance. We do not tolerate harassment of any kind to those who participate in our conferences and face-to-face activities. Harassment is completely inappropriate behavior in all Wikisphere events. Those who participate in our events and violate these rules will be warned and may be expelled by the organizers.
Those who participate in our events must follow these rules in all venues and spaces thereof and in all related social activities.
1. Prohibited conduct
Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to:
- (a) Discriminatory expressions. Disregardful, degrading, or offensive comments about a person or group based on race, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other physical characteristics or social circumstances.
- (b) Threatening behavior. Intimidation, threats, or harassment; chasing someone, taking photos, videos or recording their voice without consent; unwanted or violent physical contact; any other physical or verbal conduct of a threatening, intimidating or coercive nature.
- (c) Sexual behaviors. Signs of unwanted sexual attention or innuendo; provocative remarks or gestures; request for sexual favors; other physical or verbal conduct of a sexual nature.
- (d) Graphic content. The display of sexual content and images, or equally graphic or explicit content, without prior notice.
- (e) Disruption. Intentional interruption of talks, programs, presentations or events.
- (f) Other behaviors. Any other conduct that Wikisphere determines could interfere with its events or with the safety and comfort of its participants. Additionally, Wikimedia Foundation-funded events will comply and enforce their Event Prohibition Policy.
2. Presentations
Those who make presentations, including those who are responsible for stands or stands, will not use sexualized images or promote sexual activities. Presenters, including associate staff and volunteers, will not wear sexualized clothing, uniforms or costumes, or otherwise create a sexualized environment. These individuals must indicate to Wikiesfera that they agree to comply with the Safe Space Policy prior to the event.
3. Disciplinary measures
The organizers of the event will be responsible for ensuring compliance with this Policy. If they understand that a person's conduct is of concern, or receive complaints about it, they will take appropriate measures, from a warning to change the conduct immediately, to expulsion and prohibition from attending and/or participating in future events. If necessary, the team of the space where the event takes place and / or the authorities will be involved.
Adopted on 26 January 2023
Note: In this text we claim the use of the generic feminine.
English (UK)