CODE OF CONDUCT

Code of Conduct of the SEL Society for European Lepidopterology e. V.

General statement
The goal of the Society for European Lepidopterology is to promote a closer international collaboration among all lepidopterists, professional and amateur, in order to exchange and promote research on butterflies and moths and their conservation. Exchanging between scientists and specialists from different horizons is the quintessence of science. Everyone is welcome to join the Society, regardless of their gender, origin, religion, age or ethnicity.

Political ideas
We tolerate the expression of political ideas within the legislation.

Harassment and discrimination
The Society strives to guaranty a safe and respectful environment to communicate and share knowledge. Herewith we value open communication and politeness between our members, as well as between the members and external persons. We will not tolerate any form of the following:

• Discrimination based on skin colour or ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, body size, social status or religion, disability, age
• Sexual harassment, including unwelcome and persistent solicitation of emotional or physical intimacy, unwelcome attention through speaking or touching
• Personally derogatory, demeaning speech or actions
• Inappropriate behaviour such as excessive ebriety, verbal violence or misplaced jokes
• Intimidation, physical or verbal
  
• Sustained disruption of talks or discussions

Reporting misconduct
Violation of the Code of Conduct with one of the above-mentioned behaviours should be reported to any member of the SEL Council. The Council will evaluate the complaint and take further action regarding the violation of the code. Consequences can be diverse, depending on the severity of the violation, spanning from a formal warning to a lifetime ban from the Society. A form for reporting such violations is available for download here.