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INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE, DARLING HARBOUR, SYDNEY
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Code of conduct
BE COOL!
Generation Games is committed to ensuring the safety of its fans. That includes providing an atmosphere that is free from harassment or behaviour that would be considered inappropriate for the family friendly environment of the event. By attending GG, all fans are bound to respect and agree to the event’s Code of Conduct contained below. The Code of Conduct may be subject to change and failure to comply with any aspect of the Code of Conduct is grounds from ejection from the event as well as future bans. The GG staff have sole discretion in determining whether the Code has been followed.
GENERATION GAMES ANTI-HARASSMENT POLICY
COSPLAY IS NOT CONSENT.
Generation Games has a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY for harassment of any kind, including but not limited to: stalking; intimidation; offensive verbal comments; physical assault and/or battery; harassing or non-consensual photography or recording; sustained disruption of panels, signings and other events; bathroom policing; inappropriate physical contact; unwelcome physical attention.
In relation to, but not limited to: race, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender presentation, sexual orientation, age, body size, disability, appearance, religion, citizenship, pregnancy.
If a person engages in harassing behaviour, GG Staff will take prompt action in any form they deem appropriate, including expulsion from GG with no refund. Our policy applies to EVERYONE at the convention. Exhibitors, Fans (Attendees), Speakers, Guests, Media, Staff, Volunteers and Security are all subject to our anti-harassment policy.
Anyone can report harassment. If someone’s behaviour has made you uncomfortable or if you witness the same happening to someone else, you should immediately contact GG’s Security Team, Staff Member or Volunteer. You may also come to GG’s Show Office.
If necessary, we will contact local law enforcement, provide escort, offer a safe place or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to make sure they feel safe for the rest of GG.
Remember: Cosplay is not consent. Keep your hands to yourself. If you would like to take a picture with or of another Generation Games Fan, always ask first and respect that person’s right to say no. When at GG, be respectful, be nice, be cool and be kind to each other.
Our mission is to create a fun, safe, welcoming, awesome event where Fans of all kinds can come together and celebrate. We want you to not only have the most amazing weekend ever, but to experience it in an environment where you are safe and accepted. As Fans ourselves, we understand the importance of creating a safe space for everyone who attends Generation Games.
SAFETY & SECURITY
If at any point you feel unsafe at Generation Games or that any of the rules have been broken, we ask that you inform a volunteer or member of GG staff immediately. Your safety is our primary concern, and if you feel that safety has been compromised, we will do everything in our power to rectify the issue. Issues of violence and harassment are addressed immediately, with guarded “Safe Areas” being designated in case any incidents do arise.
ALCOHOL/DRUGS
Illegal substances will not be tolerated at Generation Games. If you are caught buying, using or dealing illegal drugs while at the show, remediation steps will be taken. If you are under the influence of illegal or legal drugs and are in any way interfering with other attendees and their ability to enjoy GG, we reserve the right to escort you from the premises with potentially even more severe remediation consequences.
INAPPROPRIATE SIGNAGE
Inappropriate signage at Generation Games will not be tolerated. Any signage deemed unacceptable by show staff must be modified. Inappropriate signage includes, but is not limited to crude language, signs that solicit or advertise business or services that have not been agreed to in writing with GG and signs advertising for “free hugs” or similar. Failure to comply will result in removal from the event.
REMEDIATION
Generation Games reserves the right to change elements of the Code of Conduct and to make interpretations of the conditions listed above. GG will also be the final judge in all disputes, particularly in cases where a fans safety may be at risk. GG reserves the right to provide the appropriate remediation as a result of any breach of this Code of Conduct, including but not limited to expulsion from the event, referral to the authorities and future bans.
COSPLAY PROPS AND BEHAVIOUR POLICY
Cosplaying at Generation Games? Awesome!
Whether you’re donning a super hero mask for the first time or you’re a seasoned worbla maestro, we have some rules in place regarding certain props and behaviours that make sure everyone attending has a safe and super experience at the show!
COSTUMING AND CLOTHING
Generation Games is a family-friendly event and as such there is an expectation of an appropriate level of dress, including those in costume. Costumes or clothing must not be overly revealing, must not be overtly sexual or include inappropriate printed language or other elements that would otherwise contravene the Code of Conduct. If clothes or costumes are deemed unacceptably revealing or otherwise inappropriate, an attendee must change clothes or modify a costume so that it is deemed acceptable by staff.
- Costumes cannot promote alcohol, illegal drugs, tobacco, firearms/weapons (or the use of any of the foregoing), any activities that may appear unsafe or dangerous or any particular political agenda or message;
- Costumes cannot be obscene or offensive, endorse any form of hate or hate group;
- Costume cannot defame, misrepresent or contain disparaging remarks about GG or its products, or other people, products or companies;
- Costume cannot communicate messages or images inconsistent with the positive images and/or goodwill to which GG wishes to associate; and
- Costume cannot depict, and cannot itself, be in violation of any law.
GG reserves the right to ask any attendee to remove any costuming face covering, mask or head wear if necessary for the purposes of identification. Exceptions will be made for headwear or other clothing of a religious nature. Failure to comply with this will result in removal from the event.
Remember, naked is not a costume. View our full Cosplay Props and Behavior policy here.
ATTENDANCE AT YOUR OWN RISK
Attendance at Generation Games is at your own risk and by entering Generation Games you agree not to hold GG, it’s organiser Expertise Events, partners, subsidiaries or parent companies liable for any damage or distress incurred at an GG event.
RESONSIBILITY FOR LOSS/THEFT
Generation Games is not responsible for any loss or theft of property during an GG event. It is the responsibility of any fan who incurs a loss to notify GG, the appropriate venue and the police of property loss or theft as soon as possible.
THEFT
Theft will not be tolerated at Generation Games. If you are caught stealing directly from another individual or taking items from any private or public areas of GG that are not expressly indicated to be free, remediation steps will be taken, including referral to the police if necessary.
OTHER CRIMES
Generation Games does not tolerate the commission or act of any crime not otherwise listed in this Code of Conduct at the event itself. Fans that are caught committing any crime, especially one that may endanger the safety of themselves or other fans are at risk of expulsion from the event and referral to the police.
ANIMAL/PETS
Generation Games will not allow animals, except for service animals, into the buildings.
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