Meeting Code of Conduct

ASGCT is committed to providing a productive and welcoming meeting environment that encourages the free expression and exchange of ideas while promoting equal opportunities and respectful treatment for all participants.

All participants in ASGCT meetings, including, but not limited to, meeting attendees, speakers, exhibitors, ASGCT staff, event venue staff, contractors, are expected to abide by this ASGCT Meeting Code of Conduct.

By attending an ASGCT meeting, in any virtual or physical manner, participants commit to:

• Demonstrate respect and consideration for fellow meeting participants
• Communicate in a civil, courteous manner and refrain from belittling or bullying behavior
• Be mindful of fostering equitable inclusion in meeting spaces, including for those of all races, cultures, disabilities, ages, and genders
• Uphold accepted professional standards of ethical conduct in sharing research and ideas
• Adhere to ASGCT’s Discrimination & Harassment Policy

ASGCT reserves the right to take any action deemed necessary and proportionate in response to any contravention of these expectations. ASGCT reserves the right to take actions including, but not limited to, a verbal or written reprimand to the offending party; immediate removal from the meeting without warning or refund; or prohibition of attendance at any future meeting, virtually or in person.

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