The COGR Event Code of Conduct establishes a clear commitment to ensuring that all COGR-related events, whether in-person or virtual, provide a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for every participant. The document applies to attendees, staff, board and committee members, vendors, presenters, and guests, requiring adherence to professional standards of behavior and applicable laws. It outlines unacceptable behaviors such as harassment, bullying, coercion, endangerment, possession of weapons or illegal substances, and disruptive actions like “Zoom-bombing.” Consequences for violations include possible warnings, expulsion from ongoing or future events without refund, and notification of home institutions, with COGR exercising full discretion over enforcement and resolution.
The policy encourages prompt reporting of any concerns to designated contacts, assuring affected individuals of support and confidential handling of incidents, except where disclosure is legally required or institutional notification is warranted. The Code emphasizes the organization's expectation of courtesy, respect, and professionalism from all participants to foster a welcoming atmosphere, and invites questions or concerns to be directed to the provided contact email.
