Treat everyone with respect and refrain from harassing or discriminating against others for any reason.

 

Maintain civility in all communication, avoiding offensive language or derogatory comments.

 

Foster collaboration and sharing by contributing your knowledge, skills, and experiences to create a collective learning environment.

 

Take responsibility for your actions and report any safety hazards, issues, or violations of the Code of Conduct to the appropriate personnel.

 

Care for equipment and facilities by using them responsibly, following safety guidelines, and cleaning up after use.

 

Resolve conflicts respectfully and constructively, seeking solutions that prioritize fairness and the well-being of all involved.

 

Promote inclusivity by actively supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill levels, ensuring accessibility and a welcoming atmosphere for all.

 

Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

 

Anti-Harassment Policy

The Hornby Spark Makerspace is dedicated to providing an inclusive environment, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, nationality, immigration status, age, or religion. Harassment in any form will not be tolerated.

 

Harassment may include, but is not limited to:

 

Offensive words or actions based on the aforementioned traits and characteristics.

 

Inappropriate sexual or obscene imagery or behavior on Spark premises or communication channels.

 

Unwelcome physical contact or sexual attention without consent or after being asked to stop.

 

Intimidation through words, gestures, body language, or menacing behavior.

 

Stalking or harassing photography or recording.

 

Sustained disruption of talks or events.

 

Persistent unwanted contact or communication, either online or in person, after requests to cease.

 

Deliberate outing of a sensitive aspect of a person's identity without consent.

 

Intentional misgendering, dead-naming, or misuse of pronouns.

 

Consequences & Resolution Process

Individuals engaging in harassing behavior must cease immediately when asked. Failure to comply may result in expulsion from the space or event, as determined by any uninvolved Spark member. The expelled individual is entitled to the resolution policy at a later date.

 

If a complaint is raised, the accused will have the opportunity to share their perspective through written, verbal, or electronic means. Should a member be deemed unwilling or unable to follow the rules set forth in this Code of Conduct, they may be expelled by a majority vote of directors during a directors' meeting.

 

Reporting Harassment

To report harassment, you may:

 

Speak with any director of The Hornby Spark.

 

Send an email to hornbyspark@gmail.com.

 

If you witness a breach of this Code or have any concerns, please contact one or more directors through the channels above or in person. If you wish to remain anonymous, please indicate so. Any further escalations of the complaint will maintain anonymity if requested.