This code of conduct is copied and adapted from the example policy at the Geek Feminism wiki, created by the Ada Initiative and other volunteers (CC-0 license). The procedure for reporting harassment has been adapted from the Ada Initiative's guide titled "workshop anti-harassment/Responding to Reports".
We value the participation of each stakeholder and want our members and participants in our events to have an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. Accordingly, all Nordic-RSE members, as well as conference participants, speakers, exhibitors, organizers, and volunteers at Nordic-RSE events, are required to conform to this Code of Conduct. By attending the NRSE 2026 Conference, you agree to abide by these guidelines, which organizers will enforce throughout the event.
We are dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. To ensure a welcoming and professional environment, all participants are expected to:
Conference participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund at the discretion of the conference organizers. Members of Nordic-RSE may have their membership revoked by the board.
Thank you for making the Nordic-RSE conference a welcoming and friendly event for all.
Harassment includes offensive communication related to gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, body size, ethnicity, race, religion, political affiliation, 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.
Participants asked to stop any harassing behaviour are expected to comply immediately.
Be careful in the words that you choose. Remember that words can be offensive to those around you. Offensive jokes are not acceptable in the Nordic-RSE. Excessive swearing is not appropriate.
Disruptive behavior resulting from alcohol over-intoxication violates this code of conduct at both technical sessions and official social events (including the conference BBQ).
If a participant at a Nordic-RSE event violates this code of conduct, organisers may take any action they deem appropriate, including a warning to the offender, removing them from the workshop with no refund, or banning the offender from future Nordic-RSE events.
If a member of Nordic-RSE engages in behaviour that violates this code of conduct, the board of the association, at the recommendation of the Code of Conduct committee, may take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender or revoking their membership without refund of the membership fee.
If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report it as soon as possible. Harassment and other code of conduct violations reduce the value of our event for everyone. We want you to be happy at our event. People like you make our event a better place.
You can make a report either personally or anonymously.
You can use this online form.
We can't follow up on an anonymous report with you directly, but we will fully investigate it and take whatever action is necessary to prevent a recurrence.
You can make a personal report by:
When taking a personal report, organizers will ensure you are safe and cannot be overheard. They may involve other event staff to ensure your report is managed properly. Once safe, we'll ask you to tell us about what happened. This can be upsetting, but we'll handle it as respectfully as possible, and you can bring someone to support you. You won't be asked to confront anyone, and we won't tell anyone who you are.
Our team will be happy to help you contact hotel/venue security, local law enforcement, local support services, provide escorts, or otherwise assist you to feel safe for the duration of the event. We value your attendance.
In an emergency: Call 112 (Police), 113 (Ambulance) or 110 (Fire Department).
Organizers: secretary@nordic-rse.org Venue help line: Binod Baniya (+47 46578763)
Non-emergency medical care (Legevakt): 116117 Local law enforcement (Non-Urgent): 02800 National Support Line for Assault/Violence: dinutvei.no Local sexual assault hotline: 800 57 000, hfsm.no
Local Tromsø Taxi: +47 77603000, +47 02045