In 2023, we introduced a Code of Conduct that all participants of AIGA Philly activities (physical and digital) agree to adhere to when they choose to take part in our creative community.

This code of conduct is a written commitment of our intent to embrace an attitude of diversity and inclusion in the entirety of our work. We are a welcome home for diverse backgrounds, opinions, and ideas that help us constructively further Philadelphia’s creative profession.

Inclusive for All

AIGA Philadelphia is dedicated to providing an inclusive experience for everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ability status, physical appearance, race, ethnicity, age, religion, or political affiliation.

We do not tolerate harassment of participants* in any form, at any community activity. Any participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the activity (without a refund) at the discretion of the organizers.

*Participants include registered attendees, community participants, speakers, special guests, sponsors, exhibitors, conference associates, committee meetings, and board meetings.

Defining Harassment

Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

Comments that reinforce social structures of domination
(related to gender, sexual orientation, ability status, physical appearance, race, age, religion, or political affiliation)
Inappropriate sexual images in public spaces
Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following
Harassing photography or recording
Sustained disruption of talks or other activities
Inappropriate physical contact
Unwelcome sexual attention
Deliberate damage to, or theft of personal property (digital and physical) belonging to other participants or the hosting space
Any of the above behavior aimed at or in reference to the AIGA Philadelphia platform or its members on social media
Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behavior
Verbal or written berating of participants, board members, committee members, or their partners

Reporting

If someone makes you or another participant feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report it as soon as possible. You can make a report either anonymously or in person. To make an anonymous report, email kkreisel@philadelphia.aiga.org

To make a report in person, find an AIGA Philadelphia Executive Board Member. When making a personal report, our team will ensure you are safe and cannot be overheard. Our team will be happy to contact venue security, local law enforcement, or local support services, or otherwise assist you to feel safe for the duration of the event. We value your attendance.

Consequences

Any participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the activity (without a refund) at the discretion of the organizers, or asked for resignation from committees, or from the executive board.

They will not be welcome at future AIGA Philadelphia events.

Our community partners will also be alerted to the incident and may sanction offending participants at their own discretion.