Code of Conduct

Behaviour Expectations for those attending dinners, meetings, conferences, training or other events

• Respect: You should be respectful, considerate and treat everyone with dignity.

• Avoid harassment: You should not engage in demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behaviour, including harassment of a sexual nature.

• Follow rules: You should follow all rules for the event and venue.

• Be mindful: You should be aware of your surroundings and other participants, attendees, College members and any other guests of the College.

• Report issues: You should alert your event organiser if you notice a dangerous situation, someone in distress or have a cause for concern.

• Safety: You should take care of your own safety and ensure the safety of others.

• Avoid tampering: You should not adjust or tamper with any equipment without permission.

• Avoid restricted areas: You should not enter restricted areas unless you have been given explicit authorisation.

• Alcohol: You should only consume alcohol when permitted and be responsible.

• Dispute resolution: You should contact your event organiser if you have a dispute.

• Listen to others: You should ensure that the views of all are heard and understood.

• Confidentiality: Confidential matters should not be discussed outside of the event.

• Illegal Activity: You must not participate in any illegal activity or collude with other participants/attendees to turn a blind eye to illegal activities whilst on the premises.

Additional Notes

Prevent: The College is subject to the Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015.

The College's Code of Practice on Freedom of Speech contains information about how the College balances these obligations with its commitment to free speech: Code of Practice on Freedom of Speech | King's College Cambridge