Authenticity Statement
AEC Tech values the open exchange of ideas and the sharing of thoughts and expression. We aim and commit to providing an affirming, accessible, and pleasant conference experience with equity for all participants. We want every participant to feel welcome, included, and comfortable to be their most authentic self at this conference.
We aim to provide a safe, respectful, and harassment-free conference environment for everyone involved regardless of age, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, (dis)ability, physical appearance, race, ethnicity, nationality, marital status, military status, veteran status, religious beliefs, dietary requirements, childbirth- and pregnancy-related medical conditions or childcare requirements.
If any concerns arise, please contact the event team at aecconference@thorntontomasetti.com
Code of Conduct
TL;DR. Be respectful. Harassment and abuse are never tolerated. If you are in a situation that makes you uncomfortable at an AEC Tech event, if the event itself is creating an unsafe or inappropriate environment, or if interacting with an AEC Tech representative or event organizer makes you uncomfortable, please report it using the procedures included in this document.
AEC Tech values inclusion and diversity. We believe that every single person has the right to network and hack in a safe and welcoming environment.
Harassment includes but is not limited to offensive verbal or written comments related to gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, religion, sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention. If what you’re doing is making someone feel uncomfortable, that counts as harassment and is enough reason to stop doing it.
Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately.
Sponsors, judges, mentors, volunteers, organizers, AEC Tech staff and anyone else at the event are also subject to the anti-harassment policy. In particular, attendees should not use sexualised images, activities, or other material both in their hacks and during the event. All staff (including volunteers) should not use sexualised clothing/uniforms/costumes, or otherwise create a sexualised environment.
If a participant engages in harassing behavior, AEC Tech may take any action it deems appropriate, including warning the offender or expulsion from the event with no eligibility for reimbursement or refund of any type.
If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact AEC Tech using the reporting procedures defined below. AEC Tech representatives will be happy to help participants contact campus security or local law enforcement, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of the event. We value your attendance.
We expect participants to follow these rules at all pre-event, masterclass, symposium, reception, and hackathon venues, online interactions in relation to the event, related social events, and on any supplied transportation.
Reporting Procedures
If you feel uncomfortable or think there may be a potential violation of the code of conduct, please report it immediately using one of the following methods. All reporters have the right to remain anonymous.
Contact any of the below representatives directly in case of emergency, direct contact details are listed below.
AEC Event Team | aecconference@thorntontomasetti.com
AEC Tech reserves the right to revise, make exceptions to, or otherwise amend these policies in whole or in part. If you have any questions regarding these policies, please contact AEC Tech by email.