Code of Conduct

Our Commitment

PyData Indore is an engaged and respectful community made up of people from all over the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful conference environment that invites participation of people from all backgrounds.

We welcome a diverse attendance to foster deeper discussions and build a stronger community. PyData Indore welcomes and encourages participation in our community by people of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to promoting and sustaining a culture that values mutual respect, tolerance, and learning, and we work together as a community to help each other live out these values.

Diversity Statement

We believe that a diverse community is stronger, more vibrant, and produces better software and better science. A diverse community where people treat each other with respect has more potential contributors, more sources for ideas, and fewer shared assumptions that might hinder development or research.

Although we have phrased this diversity statement generically to make it all-inclusive, we recognize that there are specific identities that are impacted by systemic discrimination and marginalization. We welcome all people to participate in the PyData community regardless of their identity or background.

Expected Behavior

All community members are expected to:

• Be kind to others. Do not insult or put down others.
• Behave professionally. Remember that harassment and exclusionary jokes are not appropriate.
• Use welcoming and inclusive language. Be mindful of your words and their impact.
• Be respectful of differing viewpoints and experiences. Engage in constructive dialogue.
• Gracefully accept constructive criticism. Focus on what is best for the community.
• Focus on what is best for the community. Show empathy towards other community members.

Professional Communication Standards

All communication should be appropriate for a professional audience including people of many different backgrounds. Sexual language and imagery are not appropriate for any PyData event or online forum.

Remember, this is a scientific and educational community. Belittling comments such as "This is obvious/easy. Everyone knows this." and "well actually" are inappropriate. Questions for speakers should include an actual question.

Unacceptable Behavior

Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

• Offensive verbal comments related to gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, or religion
• Sexual images in public spaces
• Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following
• Harassing photography or recording
• Sustained disruption of talks or other events
• Inappropriate physical contact
• Unwelcome sexual attention, including flirting and propositioning attendees
• Sexist, racist, transphobic, and other exclusionary jokes
• Excessive swearing and offensive jokes

Consequences

If a participant engages in behavior that violates this Code of Conduct, the organizers may take any action they deem appropriate. Potential consequences include:

• Warning the person to cease their behavior and that any further reports will result in sanctions
• Requiring that the person avoid any interaction with, and physical proximity to, the person they are harassing
• Not allowing a speaker who violated the policy to give further talks at the event
• Immediately ending any volunteer responsibilities and privileges
• Requiring that the person not volunteer for future events
• Expelling the person from the event without a refund
• Banning the person from future events (either indefinitely or for a certain time period)
• Any other response that the organizing committee deems necessary and appropriate

Reporting an Incident

If you believe someone is violating the Code of Conduct, please report this in a timely manner. Code of Conduct violations reduce the value of the community for everyone and we take them seriously.

How to Report

You can make a report through any of the following channels:

• In Person: Reach out to any event organizer or volunteer. They will be wearing identifiable badges and can assist you immediately.
• Email: Send a message to conduct@pydataindore.org.
• NumFOCUS Form: Use the NumFOCUS Code of Conduct Reporting Form.

What to Include in Your Report

• Your contact information (optional but helpful for follow-up)
• Names or descriptions of the person(s) involved
• Description of the incident and behavior
• The approximate time and location of the incident
• Any additional context or circumstances
• If you have witnesses, please include their names

What Happens After a Report

After receiving a report, the response team will:

• Acknowledge receipt of the report as soon as possible
• Gather more information if necessary
• Evaluate the reported incident
• Determine an appropriate response
• Follow up with the reported person
• Follow up with the reporter on the resolution

The organizing committee is obligated to maintain confidentiality with regard to the reporter of an incident.

Appealing a Decision

If you disagree with a decision made regarding a Code of Conduct incident, you may appeal by contacting appeals@pydataindore.org or by contacting NumFOCUS directly at conduct@numfocus.org.

Scope

This Code of Conduct applies to:

• All PyData Indore events (in-person and virtual)
• PyData Indore online spaces (Discord, Slack, mailing lists, social media)
• PyData Indore meetups and workshops
• Any affiliated events or spaces
• One-on-one communications in the context of community business

Attribution

This Code of Conduct is adapted from the NumFOCUS Code of Conduct, which applies to all PyData events globally.