Ri Masterclasses Code of Conduct

Introduction

This code of conduct is to ensure that Ri Masterclasses are open, safe, fulfilling, and a welcoming environment for everyone’s thoughts and ideas.

Everyone involved in an Ri Masterclass is responsible for following the Code of Conduct.

Code of conduct for all Ri Masterclass activities

We will not accept any behaviour which is unkind, upsetting or excludes any one person or group of people. If what you’re doing is making someone feel uncomfortable, that is enough reason to stop doing it.

During an Ri Masterclass you should:

Be kind, respectful and inclusive to everyone.
Listen and respect each other’s views and ideas. If you disagree with someone, challenge and discuss the idea, not the person.
Use welcoming and inclusive language, including gender neutral terms (e.g. “they” instead of “she” or “he” if you don’t know someone’s gender).
Treat everyone equally.

Etiquette during presentations:

While a presenter or supervisor is speaking, do not chat.
Put away phones during activities.
When providing feedback, try and keep it constructive (feedback you would like to receive yourself).

Everyone has a responsibility to help keep Masterclasses safe for everyone. This means:

Don’t take and share pictures, video or audio which includes other students. The Masterclass organisers and supervisors may take some pictures or video. They know who has parent/carer permission for photos.
Adults should not share personal contact details with students (or vice versa), or connect with them on social media. If something needs to be shared, for example additional content from a session, this should go to the Masterclass organiser or supervisor who will then share with students and their parents/carers.

Good practice for inclusive language

Do not use words like “crazy”, “dumb”, “insane” or “lame” out of context as this can be upsetting to people. Instead, you can use clearer descriptions of what you actually mean, like saying something is “unexpected”, “amazing”, “not sensible” or “disappointing”.
Do not use terms with a mixed group of people which generally refer to only one gender.
Do not use slang or abbreviations which others may not be familiar with.
Do not swear or use abbreviations of swearwords.