CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md

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Code of Conduct

Overview

As a group we aim to create an environment that is inclusive and safe for all group members and collaborators. Creating such an environment will foster creativity and collaboration that will help us create a well thought out project and efficiently use our time. This will also allow us to take advantage of everyone's skills and effectively use them.

Statement on Diversity and Inclusivity

Diversity is a sought after quality in all group work as it promotes alternate ways of thinking and allows people to find new solutions to problems. Factors such as gender, race, age, upbringing mold that way people think and create diversity. Each member is able to bring a new perspective to the group and challenge everyone’s way of thinking. Diversity and inclusion go hand in hand and it is important that group members are inclusive to reap the full benefits of a diverse team. Inclusivity means that all members are treated fairly and respectfully regardless of who they are and are given the opportunity to contribute to the group. It is important that members respect the diversity of this group and remain inclusive.

Below is a list of acceptable and unacceptable behavior. This is not a comprehensive list but includes the main behaviors.

Acceptable Behavior

• Be supportive of group members
• Respect group members cultures
• Create working relationships with group members
• Allow oneself to be open to constructive criticism
• Give constructive evidence-based criticism and feedback
• Consider all perspectives before making a decision

Unacceptable Behavior

Any of the following examples count as unacceptable behavior in this environment:

• Any use of sexualized language or imagery
• Any racial harassments
• Sharing other’s personal and private information, such as phone number, address, etc.
• Any insulting and targeted language (including comments about race, culture, religion)
• Isolating group members and excluding them
• Any activity which can that can be count as inappropriate

Consequences for Unacceptable Behavior

Unacceptable behavior will be communicated to group members and recorded in the groups Messenger group for written evidence If the issue is not solved, the action will be reported to the course’s TA or Professor

Procedure for Dealing with Unacceptable Behavior

Failure to abide by the code of conduct will result in a message sent on the group Messenger chat outlining the violation and a group meeting shortly after to discuss the event. Should this issue persist, the group will reach out to the professor and TA to discuss further steps in dealing with the violation/member.

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