SAFE EVENTS FOR ALL
To Do adheres to the principles of equality and a safer space at all events: everyone has the right to feel safe at events without fear of discrimination, harassment, sexual, physical or verbal harassment of any kind.
TO-DO EVENTS FOLLOW THE PRINCIPLES OF THE UN SAFE SPACE POLICY
The Safer Space principles and practices aim to create a space where everyone works to build an equal, respectful and open atmosphere and debate.
Principles for a safer space
- Respect the other person’s personal physical and mental space. Respect self-determination. Do not touch another person without asking permission. Remember that you cannot know someone’s limits without asking. Ask for space for yourself, if necessary.
- Do not mock, ridicule, belittle, push aside or embarrass anyone by your words, behaviour or actions. Refrain from criticising appearance, gossiping and perpetuating stereotypes.
- Don’t make assumptions based on appearance or behaviour. Do not make assumptions about anyone’s sexuality, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, values, socio-economic background, health or ability to function.
- Give us room. Make sure that everyone has a chance to participate in the discussion. Don’t crowd other people’s opinions and give them a chance to speak. Also respect the privacy of others and deal with sensitive issues in a respectful way.
- Listen and learn. Embrace new topics, people and perspectives with an open mind. Treat every issue and situation you encounter as an opportunity to learn and develop.
- Apologise if you have intentionally or unintentionally hurt others. Let’s learn and grow together!
Here’s what to do if you face harassment or other inappropriate treatment
- If you see someone behaving inappropriately or otherwise violating the Safer Space policy, intervene.
- You can report the incident directly to the event staff or stewards on the spot. We will direct you to discuss the matter in a quiet room. If necessary, the person committing the harassment or harassment may be removed from the venue immediately.
- If you experience or notice disruptive behaviour at activities or events, you can contact our Jenna.
Throughout the spring, we at To Do have been instructing both our contractors and our event staff to follow the above guidelines. We have produced a separate information sheet for our clients, our event staff and have distributed information to the public at the event venues. It is and will always be important to us that everyone is safe and comfortable at the events we produce.
