Local Conference Safe Place: Policy

Actively seek to understand fellow community members and maintain personal space.

A "Safe Place" or "Safe Space" policy for a local conference serves as a formal commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees. While the specific text can vary depending on whether the conference is community-focused, professional, or youth-oriented, standard policies typically include the following components: 1. Philosophy and Commitment Statement local conference safe place policy

Value diverse views and handle disagreements constructively. Actively seek to understand fellow community members and

Ask clarifying questions before assuming communication was inappropriate. 3. Prohibited Behavior (Definition of Harassment) Friendly/Safe space policy - WikiConference North America Philosophy and Commitment Statement Value diverse views and

"The [Conference Name] is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all participants. We prohibit and will not tolerate any form of harassment, bullying, or discrimination". 2. Expected Behavior (Community Agreements)

A high-level opening that declares the organization's dedication to a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, or religion.