This conference has a strict code of conduct, based on that of the Microbiology Society. We expect cooperation from all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everyone.
- Safe space for all: All attendees should ensure that the environment is safe and non-threatening for all individuals, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, ethnicity, or religion (or lack thereof).
2. Zero tolerance of harassment: We do not tolerate harassment, discrimination or bullying of attendees, volunteers or staff in any form. This includes offensive verbal comments, sexual language and imagery (at events or on social media and other online platforms), deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing, unsolicited photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention. Recognising that there may sometimes be a power imbalance, all attendees must not abuse their relative position of power or inappropriately take advantage of a relationship where a power imbalance exists.
These policies apply in every space at the venue related to our own and external events, at social events associated with the event (irrespective of venue), and to all participants and staff in every role.
Event participants violating these rules may be removed from the event at our discretion and may not be entitled to a refund or expenses.
3. Reporting concerns: If you are being harassed, discriminated against, or bullied, notice that someone else is being harassed, discriminated against, or bullied, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of the conference organising team or Aberystwyth University staff immediately.