Be considerate, respectful, and collaborative.

Be mindful of your surroundings and of your fellow participants; alert event organizers if you notice a dangerous situation or someone in distress.

Wear your badge at all times while at the event or event venues.

Harassment of any type, including but not limited to: offensive verbal or electronic comments related to gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability; inappropriate use of nudity and/or sexual images in public spaces (including presentation slides); deliberate intimidation, stalking or following; harassing, photography or recording; sustained disruption of sessions, talks or other events; inappropriate physical contact, and any unwelcome sexual attention.

Clothing that is not suitable for a professional work environment, that is provocative, inappropriate or otherwise potentially offensive.

Physical verbal, or written, abuse, intimidation, threats, annoyance, harassment, stalking, pushing, shoving or use of any physical force whatsoever against any person, which in any way creates a disturbance that is disruptive or dangerous, or creates apprehension in a person, as determined by NYMJCSC and its event management, in their sole discretion.

Possession of a weapon or any item that can be used as a weapon, which may be used to threaten or cause injury to others if used in a certain manner.

Any destruction or vandalizing of personal property or event site or materials.

Any boisterous, lewd or offensive behavior or language, using sexually explicit or offensive language or conduct, profanity, obscene gestures, or racial, religious or ethnic slurs.

Possession of any open can, bottle or other receptacle containing any alcoholic beverages, except in areas specifically designated for the consumption of alcohol or being intoxicated, as determined by NYMJCSC, in any event venue or function. Please drink responsibly.

Possession of any illegal substance, including but not limited to narcotics, marijuana, or other illegal drugs. NYMJCSC does not tolerate the use or abuse of illegal substances anywhere in the event venues.

Smoking is not permitted, other than in designated areas.

Assembling for the purpose of, or resulting in, disturbing the peace, or committing any unlawful act or engaging in any offensive behavior.

Failure to obey any of the rules or regulations of the event venues or instructions of the event staff.

Any other illegal activity not already covered above.

Anyone asked to stop unacceptable behavior is expected to comply immediately.

If a participant engages in unacceptable behavior, the event organizers may take any action they deem appropriate, up to and including expulsion from the event without warning or refund and potential involvement of local law enforcement.

Event staff will be available to help participants contact venue security or local law enforcement, to provide escorts, or to otherwise assist those experiencing unacceptable behavior to feel safe for the duration of the event. You can report unacceptable behavior to any member of staff. If applicable, staff can be found in the event office onsite or you may email one of the contacts below.