Code of Conduct

This code of conduct serves to guide the responsibilities and proper practices of Participants within the International Space Education and Research Guild (ISERG). Because our platform provides a structured framework to coordinate globally distributed teams, we require high ethical standards and a commitment to professionalism from all Participants.

General Expectations

• Participants shall contribute to a collegial, inclusive, professional, positive, and respectful work environment.
• Participants shall not discriminate and shall be respectful of age, familial status, disability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, and cultural differences.
• Any academic activity must be conducted in an ethical way using the highest degree of academic integrity.
• Participants are expected to act at all times in the best interest of the organization and not for personal or third-party gain.

Collaboration and Communication

• Disruptive or inappropriate behavior toward other Participants or stakeholders is unacceptable.
• Participants shall be aware of cultural diversity and be able to adapt working behavior in a culturally diverse environment.
• No Participant shall share, copy, reproduce, transmit, divulge, or otherwise disclose any confidential information related to the affairs of ISERG.
• Participants will not misuse ISERG property or resources and will at all times keep physical property and hardware secure.

Violations

• Any Participant can and should report a violation of the code of conduct.
• Reports of violations may be made anonymously and will be treated with utmost confidentiality.
• Violations of this code of conduct may lead to disciplinary action, including termination of affiliation and participation.