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| 1 | +# Code of Conduct |
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| 3 | +## 1. Purpose |
| 4 | + |
| 5 | +A primary goal of @smakss/random-string is to be inclusive to the largest number of contributors, with the most varied and diverse backgrounds possible. As such, we are committed to providing a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for all, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ability, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and religion (or lack thereof). |
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| 7 | +This Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for all those who participate in our community, as well as the consequences for unacceptable behavior. |
| 8 | + |
| 9 | +## 2. Open [Source/Culture/Tech] Citizenship |
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| 11 | +A supplemental goal of this Code of Conduct is to increase open [source/culture/tech] citizenship by encouraging participants to recognize and strengthen the relationships between our actions and their effects on our community. |
| 12 | + |
| 13 | +## 3. Expected Behavior |
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| 15 | +The following behaviors are expected and requested of all community members: |
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| 17 | +- Participate in an authentic and active way. In doing so, you contribute to the health and longevity of this community. |
| 18 | +- Exercise consideration and respect in your speech and actions. |
| 19 | +- Attempt collaboration before conflict. |
| 20 | +- Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior and speech. |
| 21 | +- Be mindful of your surroundings and of your fellow participants. |
| 22 | +- Alert community leaders if you notice a dangerous situation, someone in distress, or violations of this Code of Conduct, even if they seem inconsequential. |
| 23 | + |
| 24 | +## 4. Unacceptable Behavior |
| 25 | + |
| 26 | +The following behaviors are considered harassment and are unacceptable within our community: |
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| 28 | +- Violence, threats of violence, or violent language directed against another person. |
| 29 | +- Sexist, racist, homophobic, transphobic, ableist, or otherwise discriminatory jokes and language. |
| 30 | +- Posting or displaying sexually explicit or violent material. |
| 31 | +- Posting or threatening to post other people's personally identifying information ("doxing"). |
| 32 | +- Personal insults, particularly those related to gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, or disability. |
| 33 | +- Inappropriate photography or recording. |
| 34 | +- Unwelcome sexual attention. This includes, but is not limited to: inappropriate touching, groping, and unwarranted comments. |
| 35 | +- Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behavior. |
| 36 | +- Stalking or following. |
| 37 | + |
| 38 | +## 5. Consequences of Unacceptable Behavior |
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| 40 | +Unacceptable behavior from any community member, including sponsors and those with decision-making authority, will not be tolerated. Anyone asked to stop unacceptable behavior is expected to comply immediately. |
| 41 | + |
| 42 | +If a community member engages in unacceptable behavior, the community organizers may take any action they deem appropriate, up to and including a temporary ban or permanent expulsion from the community without warning. |
| 43 | + |
| 44 | +## 6. Reporting Guidelines |
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| 46 | +If you are subject to or witness unacceptable behavior, or have any other concerns, please notify a community organizer as soon as possible. @SMAKSS. |
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| 48 | +Additionally, community organizers are available to help community members engage with local law enforcement or to otherwise help those experiencing unacceptable behavior feel safe. |
| 49 | + |
| 50 | +## 7. Addressing Grievances |
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| 52 | +If you feel you have been falsely or unfairly accused of violating this Code of Conduct, you should notify the project team with a concise description of your grievance. Your grievance will be handled in accordance with our existing governing policies. |
| 53 | + |
| 54 | +## 8. Scope |
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| 56 | +We expect all community participants (contributors, paid or otherwise; sponsors; and other guests) to abide by this Code of Conduct in all community venues–online and in-person–as well as in all one-on-one communications pertaining to community business. |
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