CODE OF CONDUCT

 

1. First and foremost, our Retreat (the “Retreat”) is dedicated to providing a "Safe Zone," which is a harassment-free experience, for everyone. “Harassment” includes, but is not limited to offensive verbal comments related to gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion, technology choices, sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, inappropriate shared content, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention. We do not tolerate harassment of Retreat participants in any form, including at talks, workshops, parties, excursions, activities, via media outlet(s), on Facebook (i.e. Meta), Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and all other online media, by any party, including Retreat partner providers and/or others. Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately. Participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the Retreat without a refund at the discretion of the Retreat organizers.

 

If you are harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of retreat staff immediately. Retreat personnel will be happy to help participants find secure environments or contact local law enforcement, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of the experience. We value your attendance.

 

TRAVEL FROM PICKUP SITE & MEALS

 

2. While all participants are responsible for their own travel costs to and from the Retreat pick up location, participants may have access to pickup transportation services (at a well-communicated site location to the retreat and back). 

 

All meals will be provided to participants during the Retreat, starting with the reception on the first day through breakfast or lunch on the final day. Should you have any dietary restrictions that need accommodation, you are required to share the specific dietary restriction(s) with us within six (6) weeks of the start date of the Retreat. Should you delay in sharing any dietary restrictions with us past this six (6) week period, we cannot guarantee that your dietary restrictions will be accommodated. 

 

In any event, we encourage you to bring food items that will take care of your dietary needs. The Host and any chefs or caterers participating in the Retreat shall not be held liable for any illness or allergic reaction to any food items provided during the Retreat.

 

CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL

 

3. Alcohol may be available for consumption at the Retreat. You understand and confirm that alcohol consumption shall be at your own discretion, risk and liability, and that you will be required to produce government-issued photo identification prior to being served any alcohol. You understand that The Host reserves the right to deny you alcohol service and/or excuse you from the Retreat if you become inebriated and misbehave or have the potential to cause harm to yourself or any other person or persons. 

If you are excused from the Retreat pursuant to this section, it shall be without any sort of refund or reimbursement by The Host. You hereby assume all risk involved with the consumption of alcohol and unconditionally hold The Host harmless. Additionally, you may be held liable for any damage, breakage, hurt, harm, danger or ill will that your behavior causes, engages, incites or affects.