Local Events Code of Conduct

Last updated: 27 February 2026

tl;dr — Be kind, be generous, be present. Make space for everyone. Ask before you touch, film, or photograph. If something doesn’t feel right, speak to your local host or contact us directly.

Who We Are

We’re a global community of people who identify as generalists — curious, multi-skilled individuals who thrive wearing many hats. We come from many different backgrounds and have had very different experiences, but we’re united in our commitment to support each other.

Local events are an extension of that community. The same values and standards that guide our online spaces apply here — in person, in real time.

Our Core Values

Authentic Connection — Regardless of how different our squiggly career paths look, we’re here to support and learn from each other. Show up as yourself.

Generosity Over Self-Promotion — We prioritise genuine connection over sales. This is a space to give, not just to get.

Inclusive Learning — We create spaces where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone feels heard.

Responsible Community Building — We’re all human. We make mistakes. What matters is that we own them, learn from them, and do better.

Expected Behaviour

We ask all attendees to:

Be welcoming to people you haven’t met before, especially newcomers
Listen as much as you speak — make space for others to contribute
Respect differences of opinion, background, and experience
Assume good intent when something feels ambiguous, and ask for clarification before drawing conclusions
Take responsibility for your impact, even when your intent was good

Personal Boundaries and Consent

Always ask for permission before touching someone, taking their photo, or filming them
Consent given once is not consent for all future interactions — ask again each time
Respect when someone chooses not to engage or needs space
No means no, and silence is not consent

Alcohol and Substances

If alcohol is available, please consume responsibly
Never pressure anyone to drink or consume substances
Being intoxicated is never an excuse for inappropriate, hurtful, or harassing behaviour
A person who is inebriated cannot consent to sexual behaviour

Self-Promotion

Our events are for connection and learning, not lead generation.

Not permitted:

Soliciting business or distributing promotional materials
Using the event primarily for lead generation or sales pitches
Adding attendees to mailing lists or marketing outreach without their explicit consent

Perfectly fine:

Sharing tools, resources, or recommendations that are genuinely relevant to a conversation already happening
Mentioning what you work on when it naturally comes up
Exchanging contact details with someone who has expressed interest

Zero Tolerance Behaviour

The following will not be tolerated under any circumstances and may result in immediate removal from the event and from the Generalist World community:

Harassment, intimidation, or threatening behaviour of any kind
Discrimination based on age, appearance, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, or any other characteristic
Sexual harassment or unwanted physical contact
Sharing another attendee’s personal information without their consent
Promoting violence or hatred in any form

Photography and Recording

Always ask before photographing or filming other attendees
Do not share photos or videos of identifiable individuals publicly without their explicit permission
If you are unsure whether someone has consented to being in a photo, don’t post it

For Hosts and Local Leads

Thank you for bringing Generalist World to your city. You play a vital role in making these events feel safe, welcoming, and true to our community values.

Your responsibilities:

Set the tone by modelling community values through your own participation
Create a welcoming environment for all attendees, especially first-timers
Be prepared to address violations calmly and fairly
Prioritise your own safety first — you do not need to handle a serious situation alone

Handling violations:

For minor infractions, address it with a calm, private conversation
For serious violations — harassment, discrimination, threatening behaviour — you are empowered to ask the person to leave immediately. You do not need to justify this decision at the event
Document any serious incidents as soon as possible after the event (what happened, who was involved, what action was taken) and report them to hello@generalist.world

Attendee data and privacy:

Do not use attendee contact information for personal or business purposes outside of Generalist World events
Do not add attendees to any mailing list or marketing outreach without their explicit consent
Handle any data you collect in line with local privacy regulations and Generalist World’s Privacy Policy
Get explicit permission for any photos or videos that will be shared publicly

How to Report Something

If you experience or witness behaviour that violates this Code of Conduct:

Speak to your local host — they are there to help and empowered to act
Email us at hello@generalist.world — describe what happened and include any relevant details

All reports are handled confidentially. We will not share your identity with the person being reported without your consent, except where required by law.

Consequences

We aim to handle situations fairly and proportionately.

Minor violations will typically result in a private conversation and a warning
Repeated or more serious violations may result in removal from the event
Behaviour that poses a risk to the safety or wellbeing of others may result in immediate removal and a permanent ban from Generalist World events and community spaces
Serious incidents may be referred to local authorities where appropriate

A Living Document

This Code of Conduct will evolve as our community grows. If you have feedback or suggestions, please email hello@generalist.world — we want to hear from you.

This Code of Conduct was last updated on 27 February 2026.