Code of Conduct

1. Overview

All attendees, contributors, speakers, sponsors, volunteers and other guests (whether paid or otherwise) at Ververica events (whether organized or hosted by) are required to abide by the below code of conduct, which will be in effect throughout attendance for the selected event period (whether online and in-person, as well as in all one-on-one engagements). Cooperation from all participants is expected to ensure a safe and productive environment for everyone and we expect participants to follow these rules at all sites of the event venue and related social events.

2. Purpose

The primary goal of this Code of Conduct is to be inclusive across all event participants and embrace the most varied and diverse backgrounds possible. As the organizer, we are committed to providing a friendly, safe and welcoming environment for all attendees, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ability, ethnicity, socioeconomic status and religion (or lack thereof).

This Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for all event participants, as well as the consequences for unacceptable behavior. We ask for all attendees to help create a safe and positive experience for everyone.

3. Open Source / Culture / Tech Citizenship

We encourage an open source / culture / tech citizenship mentality, whereby all participants recognize and strengthen the relationships between their actions and effects on others. Communities mirror the societies in which they exist and positive actions are essential to counteract the many forms of inequality and abuses of power that exist in society.

4. Expected Behavior

Participate in an authentic and active way. In doing so, you contribute to the health and longevity of this community. Exercise consideration and respect in your speech and actions. Attempt collaboration before conflict. Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior and speech. Be mindful of your surroundings and of your fellow participants. Alert community leaders if you notice a dangerous situation, someone in distress, or violations of this Code of Conduct, even if they seem inconsequential.

5. Unacceptable Behaviors

Unacceptable behaviors include: intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory or demeaning speech or actions by any participant in our community engagements online, at our events and in one-on-one communications. In case the event venue might be shared with members of the public, please be respectful to all patrons of these locations.

6. Anti-Harassment Policy

Ververica Academy is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone. We do not tolerate harassment of participants in any form. Attendees violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled without a refund, at the discretion of the event organizer.

Harassment includes offensive, harmful or prejudicial verbal comments related to gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability; inappropriate use of nudity and / or sexual images in public spaces (including presentation slides); deliberate intimidation, stalking or following, unwanted photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention. Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately.

Sexual language and imagery will not be tolerated throughout the entire event period. Participants should also refrain from using sexualized images, activities, or other material. Staff (including volunteers) should not use sexualized clothing or otherwise create a sexualized environment.

7. Consequences of Unacceptable Behavior

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. If a participant engages in unacceptable behavior, the organizers may take action they deem appropriate, up to and including a temporary ban or permanent expulsion from the community or event without warning (and without refund in the case of a paid participation).

8. Contact Details

If you feel you have been falsely or unfairly accused of violating this Code of Conduct, or if you are subject to or witness unacceptable behavior, you can contact the event team via academy@ververica.com