CODE OF CONDUCT

code of conduct

Australian Progress is committed to creating a safe and inclusive conference experience for everyone, regardless of your gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, religion, economic status, immigration status or refugee status.

We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form, and anyone who violate the code of conduct may be asked to leave without a refund.

Your Lanyard

Your lanyard is your ticket - please visibly display it when attending conference sessions and social events.

Pronoun stickers will be available for participants to attach to their lanyards. We encourage all participants and speakers to make use of these.

Here’s how you can help to ensure FWD+Organise 2019 is an inclusive space:

Please be considerate, respectful and cooperative. This includes following instructions about safety or other matters, and taking care not to damage others’ property.
During social events and discussions, encourage others to join in. Share when relevant and listen when appropriate. If you notice people dominating a discussion, ask for feedback from quieter attendees.
Aim to learn from different perspectives. Ask questions and share insights with an open heart. Avoid dismissing the ideas of others, even if they do not align with your personal beliefs. If you’re held to account for something, treat it as a learning opportunity.

Here’s how you can help to ensure FWD+Organise 2019 is an accessible space:

Elevators - consider convenience vs. necessity. If you can use the stairways to move between program floors, please do! Even if the reason isn’t visible, some participants absolutely depend on the elevators to access the conference.
Maintain clear paths - Remind those around you to not clog doorways and hallways so everyone can move freely. Tuck your belongings in front of your feet or under your seat.
Share the air - Please limit your use of scented products if you can. Fewer fragrances make the conference more accessible for participants with asthma, migraine and chemical sensitivities.
Service animal etiquette - Please don’t pat, distract or take photos of service animals. Participants who rely on service animals need them to be able to concentrate on doing their jobs well.
Speaking with others and in sessions - Please aim to keep your lips visible for those who speechread. When asking a question or engaging with a presenter, please use a microphone if one is available.

Unacceptable Behaviour

Intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory or demeaning conduct will not be tolerated.

Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

Verbal or written comments that reinforce social structures of domination related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance or clothing/dress, body size, race, age, religion,
Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following,
Harassing photography or recording,
Sustained disruption of conversation,
Inappropriate or unwanted physical contact,
Sexual harassment of any form,
Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behaviour.

Participants who take part in unacceptable behaviour may be asked to leave the event at the discretion of the Australian Progress team.

reporting unacceptable behaviour

If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report it as soon as possible to our welfare and grievance coordinator Elise Dalley for a confidential conversation. You can reach Elise on 0431 568 605 or elise@australianprogress.org.au.

If you can’t reach Elise, please find a volunteer or visit the help desk located at registration.

When discussing an incident or unacceptable behaviour, Australian Progress staff will ensure you are safe and cannot be overheard. They may involve other event staff to ensure your report is managed properly. Once safe, we'll ask you to tell us about what happened. This can be upsetting, but we'll handle it respectfully, and you can bring someone to support you. You won't be asked to confront anyone and we won't tell anyone who you are.

If you’re prefer to make an anonymous report, you may do so here. Given we can't follow up an anonymous report with you directly, we cannot guarantee we’ll be in a position to take action, however we will look into your report and do our best to prevent a similar occurrence from happening in the future.

Important contact numbers

Australian Progress welfare and grievance coordinator - Elise Dalley: 0431 568 605
University of Sydney security: (02) 9351 3333
Police: 1 Lawson St, Redfern NSW 2016 / (02) 8303 5199
NSW Rape Crisis Centre: 1800 424 017
Closest hospital: Royal Prince Alfred, 50 Missenden Road Camperdown / (02) 9515 6111
Non Emergency: Broadway General Practice - 1 Bay Street Broadway / (02) 8245 1500
Local taxi service - 13 CABS: 13 2227