CODE OF CONDUCT

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Reducing inequalities is a core part of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Using this goal as guidance, we strive to ensure all NDF events, including conferences, and online engagement (including our website, newsletters and social media channels) are safe and accessible so that we can observe, participate, learn and grow together. This code of conduct is here to set out what we should expect of each other.

EVENTS

We strive to produce events that encourage diverse content, speakers and audience attendance. We welcome proposals covering topics that give space for exploration of digital engagement in relation to inclusivity, accessibility and indigeneity.

When attending NDF events, please be aware that we have checked venue accessibility as much as possible and carried out reasonable due diligence into the background of any speakers (e.g. online research and word of mouth). If you do have an accessibility issue, please do speak to one of the NDF Board members or event organisers and we can assist you. In the unlikely event inappropriate messaging is transmitted to NDF audiences during an event, NDF staff will do all they can to mitigate the situation at the time. The NDF will issue an apology and statement refuting any beliefs communicated by the presenter. 

SUPPORT EACH OTHER

It’s our intention to provide a supportive environment for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, ethnicity, religion, or other group status.

With this in mind, please do support one another by:

  • introducing yourself to people you don’t know

  • telling people about what you liked in their talk or work

  • being kind when offering constructive feedback

  • offering to help someone if they need assistance.

Equally, please don’t don’t harass people with abusive comments, intimidation, or unwanted sexual or physical attention.

PROVIDE A HEADS UP FOR SENSITIVE MATERIALS

NDF is a community deeply connected to the culture and heritage sector. We acknowledge that there are sensitive materials in our collections and that we work with people from a range of communities and different circumstances.

It is okay to use graphic material and tackle sensitive topics that we deal with in our work, but please avoid surprising people with materials that might be R-rated or seen as culturally insensitive without a warning. All conference speakers should let the NDF organisers know if they will be sharing this type of material, so it can be noted in the programme.

We want to be kind to people, refraining from unnecessary sexual imagery or language, providing a warning if need be, and presenting any sensitive material in a respectful context.

SPEAK UP

If you are being harassed, see any behaviour that you feel is inappropriate, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of the event organisers or the NDF Board immediately. The NDF Board can take any action they deem appropriate, including warning people, or asking them to leave an event or activity.

Did we miss something? If you would like to suggest inclusions for the NDF code of conduct please email us admin@ndf.org.nz.