NMWIF Code of Conduct
As members of NMWIF, we acknowledge
- We are an active part of the movement for gender parity and overall equality, inclusion, and diversity within film and media.
- This includes speaking out against racism, homophobia, transphobia, ageism, and other structural oppression experienced by people of intersectional identities in our community.
- We are aware that NMWIF is a resource for our individual career development, and as members, we contribute our stories, time, and support to others in the community.
- As one grows, we all grow.
- We are a collective of unique individuals who honor our differences and elevate our shared core values and goals.
- We are allies to each other in all environments and have a responsibility to speak up to help create safe spaces for everyone.
- We treat NMWIF, staff, interns, volunteers (including board members, panelists, mentors, advisors, etc.), and fellow members with respect and courtesy.
- Not respecting another's boundaries, using abusive or harmful language (including on attire), gaslighting, bullying, gossip, sharing mis/dis-information is not tolerated.
- If experienced or witnessed, we report this type of behavior to NMWIF staff immediately to be addressed accordingly.
- As members, we support NMWIF as an advocacy organization and recognize that our dues contribute to that support.
I understand that in response to any violations of this code of conduct, NMWIF may:
- Challenge offensive or disrespectful language used,
- Ask me to leave the space and/or
- Revoke or suspend my membership and ability to attend events for some time or permanently.