Code of Conduct - Spearfish Bicycle Collective

Spearfish Bicycle Collective (SBC) is committed to providing a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all participants, including all virtual/online events. All participants, including but not limited to, attendees, speakers, volunteers, and others are expected to abide by the SBC Code of Conduct.

Expected Behavior:

SBC expects that community members will:

  • Be considerate and respectful to all community members.

  • Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior, materials, and speech.

  • Speak up if they observe anything at an event that conflicts with this Code of Conduct.

  • If you are being harassed or feel uncomfortable, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please alert an SBC volunteer or Board Member immediately.

Inappropriate behavior includes, but is not limited to:

  • Discriminatory actions or offensive comments related to race, color, religion, creed, partnership status, caregiver status, credit history, status as a victim of sexual assault or stalking, unemployment status, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual and other reproductive health decisions, sexual orientation, marital status, gender expression or identity, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, uniformed servicemember status, certain arrest or conviction records or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in its programs and activities.

  • Intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory, or demeaning speech, materials, or conduct by any participants of the event and related event activities.

  • Unwelcome comments regarding a person’s lifestyle choices and practices, including those related to food, health, parenting, drugs, and employment.

  • Deliberate misgendering or use of “dead” or rejected names.

  • Unwelcome sexual attention.

  • Gratuitous, off-topic sexual images or behavior.

  • Any lewd or offensive behavior or language, including but not limited to using sexually explicit or offensive language, materials or conduct, or any language, behavior, or content that contains profanity, obscene gestures, or racial, religious, or ethnic slurs.

  • Threats of violence in any format.

  • Incitement of violence towards any individual, including encouraging a person to commit suicide or to engage in self-harm.

  • Deliberate intimidation or stalking of any kind – in-person or online.

  • Harassing, inappropriate, or unauthorized photography or recording, including logging online activity for harassment purposes within or outside the event environment for any use without the prior permission of the individuals or owners of the content therein.

  • Publication of any private communication.

  • Sustained disruption of discussion including one-on-one communication if requested to cease.

  • Failure to obey any rules or regulations of the event or venue/virtual space.

  • Failing to stop unacceptable behavior when requested by a Participant or SBC.

  • Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behavior.

Reporting Unacceptable Behavior:

Any Participant or Volunteer whose safety is threatened, violated, or placed in immediate danger is urged to contact local law enforcement immediately. Participants and volunteers are encouraged to speak up if they or someone else is being harassed and are encouraged to report harassment to any member of the SBC Board immediately either in-person, or by calling Carol Lucking, Board President, at 303-619-6276 or by sending an email to cchutton@gmail.com. Reports may be anonymous or attributed.

Consequences of Reported Unacceptable Behavior:

Upon receiving a report of unacceptable behavior, SBC’s first priority will be the safety and security of Participants and Volunteers. When facts are in dispute or cannot be fully established, SBC reserves the right to take the action most likely to maintain safety and security of all Participants and Volunteers.