Home > About > Policies & Guidelines > Code of Conduct Code of ConductPurposeADS aims to provide a collaborative and constructive learning environment for all members, including clinicians, researchers, educators, consultants, and industry trade professionals. We aim to be inclusive and are committed to providing a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment regardless of gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, color, religion (creed), age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, or military status. ADS staff, attendees, speakers, volunteers, media, venue staff, sponsors, or exhibitors, or their employees, subcontractors, or agents are expected to further this goal and ensure a safe and positive conference experience for everyone. This Code of Conduct outlines ADS’s expectations for anyone attending or contributing to an ADS meeting or educational activity, as well as the consequences for unacceptable behavior. Expected BehaviorWe expect all to abide by this policy in all venues for all meetings or educational activities, including ancillary events and official and unofficial social gatherings.
Unacceptable BehaviorUnacceptable behavior includes conduct or language that is intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogative, or demeaning towards another individual or group of individuals. ADS considers unacceptable behavior to include:
Consequences
Reporting Unacceptable BehaviorAnyone who feels unsafe or threatened should immediately contact 911, approach hotel/venue security staff, or contact the appropriate public authorities. If you are the subject of unacceptable behavior or have witnessed any such behavior during conference events, please contact Michelle Lee, ADS’s Executive Director, at M +1 404-944-4824 or [email protected]. For any questions about this policy, please contact Michelle Lee. |
Last Updated on Monday, June 03, 2024 10:12 AM |