[CREATE] Last round of comments: LGM Code of Conduct

[Chris Lilley]

Hello Gregory,

Monday, May 19, 2014, 2:57:47 PM, you wrote:

> The only thing I would say is that it reads more like a preamble to a
> code of conduct rather than a code of conduct itself. Maybe a bit too
> much explaining.

If you are expecting a code of conduct to be a stark list of "don't do
this" items then yes, it doesn't look like a code of conduct.


> I would look at trying to reduce the length, which I think is possible
> since there seems to be some redundancy.

I see little to no redundancy.

On the other hand, attendees are smart folks and will react better to
a reasoned argument than a bare list of forbidden practices.

The wording is pretty carefully done to guide towards appropriate
behavior and mechanisms for handling conflict.

> Greg


>> 
>> ////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////
>> 
>> *Libre Graphics Meeting - Code of Conduct*
>> 
>> Since it's early beginnings in 2006, the Libre Graphics Meeting has been
>> a melting pot where free software developers, practitioners and artists
>> from all over the world have a chance to meet each other, exchange
>> ideas, and plan the future of Free, Libre and Open Source graphics. The
>> meeting is all about participation: free to attend, it is open to all.
>> 
>> We intend the Libre Graphics Meeting to be an event that inspires mutual
>> respect, collaboration and exchange. The Libre Graphics Meeting Code of
>> Conduct states our shared ideas about the desired behaviour of
>> participants and organisers. This document is about conduct at the
>> actual meeting, (including related social events, presentations and
>> workshops), communication on the LGM mailing lists and IRC channels.
>> 
>> The Libre Graphics community is committed to providing a safe and
>> welcoming environment for all participants, regardless of, for example:
>> ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, appearance, impairment,
>> religion, or technical ability.
>> 
>> We accept that people have differences of opinion, that they communicate
>> those in various ways, and that social norms may vary across cultures. 
>> Sometimes the impact our behaviour has on others isn't immediately
>> apparent to us. Participants should speak openly and courteously with
>> each other when they see, experience or speak about conduct that might
>> be unwelcome.
>> 
>> Misunderstandings do sometimes occur, and people should be able to work
>> things out between themselves whenever possible, in a courteous and
>> respectful manner. They may seek the advice of a mutually trusted third
>> party.
>> 
>> Harassment is not tolerated in any form. No matter who you are, if you
>> feel threatened or violated as a result of intimidating, harassing,
>> abusive, discriminatory, derogatory or demeaning conduct, or witness
>> such behaviour, please immediately notify the contact person(s).
>> 
>> In case you think these things do not happen:
>> http://geekfeminism.wikia.com/wiki/Timeline_of_incidents
>> 
>> To achieve the goals of the Code of Conduct, the organizers of the Libre
>> Graphics Meeting:
>> 
>> -Will check before the selection of a location is made, if local laws
>> are compatible with the CoC.
>> - Will appoint dedicated contact persons, preferably from the local
>> organizing team. Their names and contact details will be published on
>> the LGM website before the event.
>> - Will follow up on each issue brought to the attention of the contact
>> person(s). This includes communicating with involved parties about
>> further steps.
>> 
>> The contact person(s) will take appropriate measures when necessary,
>> such as removing someone from the premises or channel.
>> 
>> *Purpose of the Code of Conduct document*
>> 
>> - For Participants: Feel safe. Participants know that if we experience
>> something that we are not comfortable with, our concerns will be taken
>> seriously - and that help is available.
>> - For Organisers: Feel sure. Organisers know the standard to which the
>> LGM community holds itself, and what to do when an issue arises.
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 Chris                            mailto:chris at w3.org