SAFETY POLICY

TGIF/F is dedicated to providing a safe con experience for attendees of all ages, races, genders, identities, sexual orientations, disabilities, physical appearances, body sizes, religions, backgrounds, veteran statuses, marital statuses, and fandoms. We approve of passionate conversation, debate, and the airing of different points of view, but we expect our members to treat each other with respect. We will not tolerate abuse or harassment.

Harassment can be verbal or physical, including but not limited to: hurtful comments that reinforce social structures of dominance (sexism, homophobia, racism, etc.), threats, deliberate intimidation, stalking, unwanted photography or recording, inappropriate or non-consensual physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention. If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of conference staff immediately.

Any attendee asked to stop a harassing behavior is expected to comply immediately. Violating the safety of others will result in an appropriate response from the con staff, such as issuance of a warning, mandating distance from an attendee, or expulsion from the con either in part or in full without a refund.

After a report of harassment, the con staff reserves the right to instate a temporary, immediate ruling to diffuse the situation and then investigate further before making a permanent decision (which may be different). As appropriate, members of con staff can and will help attendees contact hotel/venue security, contact local law enforcement, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment so they will feel safe for the duration of the con.