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PEERS is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone,
regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation,
disability, physical appearance, body size, culture, race, age or religion. We do not
tolerate harassment of event participants in any form. Sexual language and
behavior is not appropriate for any event. Event participants violating these
rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the event without a refund at the
discretion of the event organizers.
Harassment includes, but is not limited to:
Verbal comments that reinforce social structures of domination related to
gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical
appearance, body size, race, age, religion.
Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following
Harassing photography or recording
Sustained disruption of dances or other performances
Inappropriate physical contact
Unwelcome sexual attention
Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behaviour
Enforcement
Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are
expected to comply immediately
PEERS volunteers, performers, and staff are also subject to the anti-harassment
policy.
Exception: Performance related to sexual situations, discriminatory language, or
similar is welcome if it meets all of the following criteria: (a) the organizers
have specifically granted permission in writing, (b) it is necessary to the
theme of the event and no alternative exists, (c) it is presented in a
respectful manner, especially towards women and LGBTQIA+ people, (d) attendees
are warned in advance in the program and respectfully given ample warning and
opportunity to leave beforehand. This exception specifically does not allow use
of gratuitous sexual images as attention-getting devices.
If a participant engages in harassing behaviour, event organisers retain the
right to take any actions to keep the event a welcoming environment for all
participants. This includes warning the offender or expulsion from the event
with no refund.
Event organisers may take action to redress anything designed to, or with the
clear impact of, disrupting the event or making the environment hostile for any
participants.
We expect participants to follow these rules at all event venues and
event-related social activities. We think people should follow these rules
outside event activities too!
Reporting
If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or
unwelcome, please report it as soon as possible. PEERS staff can be contacted
after they announce dances, or through the Front Gate. Harassment and other code
of conduct violations reduce the value of our event for everyone. We want you to
be happy at our event. People like you make our event a better place.
Anonymous Report
At this time we are not able to accept anonymous reports. PEERS will not reveal your name or contact information to the subjects of any investigation, to respect your privacy.
Personal Report
You can make a personal report by:
Emailing us at conduct@peersdance.org
Calling or messaging this phone number: 510-520-1553. This phone number will not
be monitored during events, but will be monitored before and after events.
Contacting a staff member by reaching out to one of the people who announces
dances, or by asking the Front Gate volunteers to find a staff member.
When taking a personal report, our staff will ensure you are safe and cannot be
overheard. They may involve other event staff to ensure your report is managed
properly. Once safe, we'll ask you to tell us about what happened. This can be
upsetting, but we'll handle it as respectfully as possible, and you can bring
someone to support you. You won't be asked to confront anyone and we won't tell
anyone who you are.
Our team will be happy to help you contact local law enforcement, local support
services, provide escorts, or otherwise assist you to feel safe for the duration
of the event. We value your attendance.
Email: conduct@peersdance.org
Phone: 510-520-1553
Alameda PD: 510-337-8340
Bay Area Women Against Rape 24x7 hotline - 510-845-7273
Alameda Hospital: 2070 Clinton Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, 510-522-3700
Alameda City Cab (open until 3am): 510-523-8200
