Code of Conduct
Statement of Principle
We are committed to fostering fun, creative, and sexy environments grounded in consent, respect, personal accountability, and freedom of expression. We value inclusivity and anti-racism and expect those participating in Twisted Windows programming to treat others with respect and consideration.
This Code of Conduct describes the standards we expect within our community and programming. Because Twisted Windows frequently produces programming within venues, events, and conferences operated by other organizations, additional codes of conduct, consent policies, and attendance policies may also apply.
The following behaviors are inconsistent with our expectations and may result in action within the areas under Twisted Windows' control and/or referral to the relevant venue or host organization:
1: Consent Violations
Examples include, but are not limited to, failing to honor safewords, stated limits, or boundaries; violating personal space; non-consensual objectification or fetishization; and violating applicable photography policies.
2: Abusive Behavior and Harassment
Examples include, but are not limited to, racism, bullying, coercion, transphobia, unwanted sexual advances, intimidation, physical abuse, ableism, and targeted harassment.
Code of Conduct Violations
We take reports seriously. If you are being harassed at an event, have your consent violated, or even see an attendee, presenter, or staff member making others uncomfortable, please report it to the hosts as soon as possible.
We encourage you to report any code of conduct violations at the event as soon as you feel safe doing so. We recognize that sometimes reports must be made after some time. To make a report after an event, please e-mail consenteamtw at gmail dot com.
Review Process
A: If a violation of this code of conduct is witnessed or disclosed during an event, the hosts and event producers are empowered to resolve the matter according to their judgment in the moment, including ejection from that particular event if deemed necessary. We may take steps ranging from a conversation, warning, or educational suggestions to further reporting to the host venue or organization for continued management. Our response will consider the nature and context of a report, the preferences of the person making the report, the information available to us, patterns we may identify, and other relevant circumstances.
B: Reports and Review
The Twisted Windows team will review issues submitted via email. We take reports seriously and treat shared information as confidential within the reporting and review process. As described in Section C below, we share reports with relevant venues or organizations. If a message appears to contain legal threats of any kind, we will also refer it to our lawyer. Reports may also serve as data points that help identify patterns of behavior over time.
Twisted Windows is a small organization and does not have the resources or authority to conduct formal investigations or resolve disputed accounts independently. We may seek additional information when appropriate but cannot guarantee a particular process, timeline, or outcome.
C: Actions and Event Attendance
Twisted Windows does not operate or control a venue or conference. Our events and programming take place in spaces operated by other organizations, and attendance at those spaces is subject to the policies and decisions of the venue or host organization.
When an issue concerns ongoing attendance at or access to a venue, event, or conference, we follow the relevant host organization's policies and procedures. We will share reports concerning attendance or access with that organization as part of this process.
Please note that, for legal and privacy reasons, our consent and reporting process is confidential. We do not discuss report details, our review, or actions taken with people outside that process, except when disclosure is reasonably necessary to address an issue, follow applicable policies, or comply with legal requirements. This confidentiality is intended to protect everyone involved, including people who submit reports.
In short:
By attending an event hosted/produced by Twisted Windows, you affirm that you will be honest and respectful in all your interactions and will be accountable for your actions and behavior.
