Code of Conduct

Last Modified: 17 October 2024

NCF-PAH wants each member of the community to understand that consent, inclusion, and safety are active choices and not just passive assumptions.

By participating in any NCF-PAH events or spaces, you agree to abide by this Code of Conduct, our Diversity & Inclusion Policy, and any other applicable policies. You also agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

  • NCF-PAH events and spaces are only for adults 18 years of age or older.
  • Respect your current space and those around you. Not all activities will occur in a dungeon or scene space, so please follow the rules of the location/event and respect others (i.e. nudity, noise, smoking, etc). This also applies to any equipment that may be available and/or used, no matter who owns it.
  • Harassment
    • Harassment is NOT tolerated by NCF-PAH and is considered a serious breach of this Code of Conduct.
    • NO means NO – if someone tells you no, you must respect that and comply immediately.
    • Do not deliberately threaten, intimidate, stalk, or follow anyone.
  • Consent
    • Always ask for permission to touch people and/or their property.
    • Always assume that verbal consent is required, and just because it was previously given do not assume consent is indefinite.
    • Sexual or suggestive contact should always be negotiated. Unwelcome sexual attention is harassment.
    • Spaces. whether virtual or in-person, may be provided to help all members to explore and enjoy the human pet, pup, and critter scene. Those who share our space need to be aware that there may be blatant displays of kink and sexuality. If this kind of open environment is of concern, please ask an NCF-PAH Admin for clarification if it may occur in the event space.
    • If you have concerns about consent or possible violations, please contact an NCF-PAH Admin.
  • Inclusion
    • Discriminatory behavior will not be tolerated.
    • Do not shame the interests of others (sexual or otherwise) in word, action, or behavior.
    • Do not shame people’s bodies or self-expression in word, action, or behavior.
    • This includes but is not limited to: racism, sexism, transphobia, ageism, fatphobia, xenophobia, misogyny, ableism, and any form of social exclusion.
  • Photography and Video
    • Do not photograph or video record anyone who has not given you express consent.
    • Do not tag people on social media without their express consent.
    • Be mindful that not everyone has the luxury of having home and work lives that are safe from discrimination.
    • If you accidentally photograph or video someone in the background, and they have not given you express consent, crop or edit them out.
  • Alcohol and Controlled Substances
    • Alcoholic beverages are only permitted in the event space if sold by or served from the provider licensed for on-site consumption.
    • NCF-PAH has a zero-tolerance policy regarding illegal substances. Any person found to be using, selling, or otherwise distributing any controlled substance will be immediately removed from the event and reported to local authorities.
  • Weapons and Replicas
    • No functioning or realistic appearing firearm may be carried or displayed at any time, regardless of any government permits you may possess. 
    • Projectile devices or props, which may cause annoyance to others, are not allowed.

 

Reporting and Enforcement

If you witness, are subject to, or have questions about unacceptable behavior, please seek out an NCF-PAH Admin. NCF-PAH Admins will keep any reports confidential.

If individuals or groups are found in violation of this Code of Conduct, our Diversity & Inclusion Policy, or any other policies, after an investigation by NCF-PAH Admins, they may be warned, immediately dismissed from the event without refund, or if the infraction is serious enough the authorities may be contacted.

If you have ANY needs or concerns not addressed here, please seek out an NCF-PAH Admin or email us at admins@ncf-pah.org. NCF-PAH Admins are empowered to do what is necessary to keep our spaces safe, sane, and consensual.i