ARA Code of Conduct

1. Inclusivity

  1. We are an inclusive and welcoming organization who acts with integrity and respect when participating in ARA events, using ARA communication channels, and are otherwise representing the ARA organization. 

2. Anti-Harassment Policy

  1. Harassment in any form is not tolerated. 

  2. Harassment includes, but is not limited to: 

    • Inappropriate and unwelcome physical contact and sexual attention

    • Verbal or written language that is derogatory related to gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disabilities, neurodiversity, physical appearance, body size, ethnicity, nationality, race, age, religion, or other protected category

    • Distribution of pornographic imagery

    • Deliberate intimidation

    • Stalking

    • Sustained disruptive behavior

    • Other behavior deemed as harassment

  3. Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately. Non-compliance may result in expulsion from ARA events and communication channels.

3. Event Conduct

  1. An ARA event is defined as any ARA-approved tournament, meetup or other gathering and includes the event space as well as other public spaces including but not limited to hallways, lobbies, bathrooms and any other publicly accessible rooms.

  2. Free play, side events and other social hours, although not necessarily constrained by the same ruleset used in a main event, still carry the requirement that the behaviors herein are followed. 

  3. Additionally, members are expected to maintain a respectable show of sportspersonship when competing in ARA events, including:

    • Not leaving or otherwise disconnecting from matches

    • Not cheating in any way

    • Not intimidating, distracting, or disturbing others

    • Not being a nuisance during in-person events

    • Respecting the event venue and equipment

    • Other similar behaviors