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