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Update code of conduct (#293)
* Updated to the new code of conduct * Fixed link to safeguarding form
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<h1>CODE OF CONDUCT</h1>
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<p class="mt-2">Here at Code Institute we want to create a safe and welcoming environment for all hackathon
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participants.
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It's important to keep open communication with your team throughout the hackathon, as suddenly dropping off
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without letting them know can impact their progress and motivation, and may lead to incomplete tasks and
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disorganization. By participating in this event, you agree to follow this code of conduct:</p>
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<h1>Hackathon Code of Conduct</h1>
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<p class="mt-2">At Code Institute, our hackathons are fast-moving, collaborative events that thrive on active
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participation and teamwork. They provide exciting opportunities to learn and innovate, but the pace can be
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intense. We encourage participants to consider whether this environment aligns with their personal
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preferences and availability. Ensuring you're comfortable with the demands of the event will help you and
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your team make the most of the experience, while maintaining a mindful approach to your well-being and that
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of others.</p>
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<li>Be respectful and inclusive towards all other participants, facilitators, Hackteam, Staff or anyone else
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involved in the hackathon. Discriminatory language or behavior of any kind is not allowed.
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</li>
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<li>Only register if you can commit a minimum of 3 hours a day.</li>
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<li>Keep in contact with your team. All project discussions should take place within the dedicated team
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Slack Channel. This way, our Hackathon Facilitators and Staff can stay up to date on your progress and
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offer support when needed. We want to make sure that everyone on the team is aware of all goings-on.
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<li>We want to ensure that everyone on the team has a chance to participate and add their unique skills and
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perspectives. Let's work together to make sure everyone is included and valued. More experienced team
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members should keep in mind that some members may be less experienced, and may need extra support and
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guidance. By offering more time and assistance to those who may need it, we can ensure that everyone has
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an opportunity to grow their skills and contribute to the project. Remember, this is a team effort and
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we want to work together to achieve our goals rather than rushing ahead.
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<li>If you need to drop off from the event before it ends, you must inform your team and the team
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facilitator. If you drop off without informing your team, you will be ineligible to participate in the
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next hackathon.
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</li>
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<li>If you witness or experience any behavior that violates this code of conduct, please report it
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immediately to your facilitator, the HackTeam or the Code Institute Community Team.</li>
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<li><strong>Adherence to Code Institute Policies and Procedures:</strong> By participating, you agree to
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follow this Code of Conduct and accept all decisions made by Code Institute regarding violations. All
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decisions are final. All participants must, in addition to this Code of Conduct, abide by and respect
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all additional relevant policies and procedures of Code Institute and the Code Institute Community,
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including the <a href="https://codeinstitute.net/se/code-conduct-slack-community/" target="_blank">Community Guidelines and Code of Conduct</a> and the <a href="https://learn.codeinstitute.net/ci_support/diplomainsoftwaredevelopmentecomm/support" target="_blank">Safeguarding Policy</a>. Please be sure to
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familiarise yourself with these documents.</li>
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<li><strong>Safeguarding:</strong> If you have any safeguarding concerns, report them to a Designated
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Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or via the <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1pM-9tXi1A-jE17LmFbFSEKVtWWjsCuzyr_gt5Ao3Z_ceBw/viewform" target="_blank">Safeguarding Referral Form</a>. All concerns will be handled in line with
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our Safeguarding Policy.</li>
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<li><strong>PREVENT Duty:</strong> Any behaviour promoting extremism or radicalisation is prohibited. If you witness or suspect any attempts to draw
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participants into extremist views, please report this immediately to our Designated Safeguarding Leads
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(DSLs) or via the <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1pM-9tXi1A-jE17LmFbFSEKVtWWjsCuzyr_gt5Ao3Z_ceBw/viewform" target="_blank">Safeguarding Referral Form</a>.</li>
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<li><strong>Appropriate Behaviour:</strong> Participants must respect all participants, facilitators,
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HackTeam, and staff. Discrimination, harassment, or abusive language based on any protected
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characteristic is strictly prohibited.</li>
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<li><strong>Participation and Communication:</strong> Only register if you can commit to a minimum of 3
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hours per day. Team communication must take place within the team Slack channel to ensure visibility and
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support from facilitators.</li>
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<li><strong>Withdrawal:</strong> If you need to leave the event, inform your team or the Community Team.
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Failure to notify may result in disqualification from future hackathons.</li>
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<li><strong>Teamwork and Well-being:</strong> Teams must ensure that all members can contribute and feel
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valued. Experienced members should offer guidance to less experienced teammates. Your well-being is
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important to us. Take regular breaks and take a step back as needed. Please reach out to the Community
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Team if you feel overwhelmed.</li>
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<li><strong>Reporting Violations:</strong> Report violations of this Code of Conduct, the Community
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Guidelines, or Safeguarding Policy to the Community Team. For safeguarding issues, contact a DSL or
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complete the referral form.</li>
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<li><strong>Judging and Feedback:</strong> Judges’ decisions are final. Due to time constraints, we are
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unable to provide detailed feedback on individual projects or scores.</li>
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<li><strong>Project Ownership and Data Protection:</strong> Participants retain ownership and legal
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responsibility of their projects. By submitting, participants grant Code Institute a non-exclusive,
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royalty-free, perpetual licence to use, display, and showcase the project for educational, marketing,
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and community purposes. Participants must ensure compliance with data protection laws (including GDPR)
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in their submissions. Code Institute will manage all submitted data in accordance with its privacy
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policy.</li>
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<li><strong>Content Standards:</strong> Projects must be free of harmful, graphic, or inappropriate material
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and must adhere to relevant laws. Violating projects will be removed, and teams may be disqualified.
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This is at the complete discretion of Code Institute.</li>
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<p>By participating in a Code Institute Hackathon, you agree to abide by this code of conduct and any decisions
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made by Code Institute regarding violations of it.</p>
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