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On Sep 11, 2013, at 11:16 AM, Lauren Sell <lauren at openstack.org> wrote:

> I also like the PyCon code of conduct and would be interested in adopting something very similar for our events.
> 
> https://us.pycon.org/2012/codeofconduct/
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> On Sep 11, 2013, at 8:47 AM, Anne Gentle <anne at openstack.org> wrote:
> 
>> I would greatly support a reporting process for issues for our Summits. Thanks David for bringing it to the mailing list. I can help in any way needed. 
>> 
>> One bit of input, I'm not sure wording as strong as "anti-harrassment policy" is required, though that's at the heart of it. We can probably follow in PyCon's footsteps with a Code of Conduct for conferences, [1] which refers to the Ada Initiative's wiki. [2] 
>> 
>> Also, as a gentle reminder (ha!) as members of the community, we do have a code of conduct in place already [3]. I'd like to ensure we carry some processes for ensuring we all are welcomed at Summits and have a safety net for reporting and correcting issues.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> Anne 
>> 1. http://pyfound.blogspot.com/2012/12/psf-moves-to-require-code-of-conduct.html
>> 2. http://geekfeminism.wikia.com/wiki/Conference_anti-harassment/Policy 
>> 3. https://wiki.openstack.org/wiki/Conduct
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>> 
>> On Wed, Sep 11, 2013 at 8:18 AM, David Mortman <launchpad at mortman.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Given the recent and ongoing issues with sexism (not to mention racism, homophobia and general bigotry) at tech conferences, I recently engaged with several folks on twitter about what was being done to make sure that the Hong Kong Summit was as inclusive as possible regardless of an attendee's age, sex, orientation, race or anything else. I think a good place to start would be an official  anti-harassment policy and a process for people to report issues to the event organizers who can then deal with the issue appropriately. I am happy to help with the drafting of both the policy and the process. What do folks think?
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>> 
>> -David
>> 
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