AIC and FAIC are dedicated to providing a positive experience for everyone participating in a conference, workshop, or other event, regardless of age, profession, professional experience, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and physical appearance. Embracing diversity and promotion of an inclusive environment and accessible opportunities are central to our organizations’ mission and values.
We expect event participants to maintain a cordial tone and respectful attitude during any and all exchanges. Listen with an open mind when others are speaking, be respectful of differing viewpoints and experiences, and if you have a dissenting opinion about a topic under discussion, express it in a polite, non-confrontational, and professional manner. Personal attacks or slurs towards other attendees, organizational staff, host and/or venue staff, or anyone connected to the event or venue will not be tolerated, nor will any form of mistreatment, including abusive, harassing, or threatening language or behavior.
We strive for a culture that openly addresses and works collectively to resolve any behavior that may violate the code of conduct. If you feel secure doing so, you may speak up immediately if something makes you or other attendees uncomfortable. If you feel you have experienced or witnessed behavior that violates this code of conduct, please report the incident as soon as possible. Reports can be made at the registration desk, in person to an F/AIC staff member, or by emailing an AIC or FAIC staff member (AIC Annual Meeting: rseyler@culturalheritage.org, FAIC events: Deputy Director Tiffani Emig at temig@culturalheritage.org). At all times, we will protect your confidentiality.
If a participant engages in behavior that violates this code of conduct, we may take any action we deem appropriate, which at minimum will involve warning the offender and explaining to them why their behavior is unacceptable and cannot continue, but may include their expulsion from a session, event, or entire meeting with no refund. AIC members, who have agreed to abide by the organization’s Code of Ethics, may be reported to the Ethics and Standards Committee to determine if their conduct has violated said code.