CENTRAL CALIFORNIA BLEEDING DISORDERS FOUNDATION (CCBDF)
2024 BEHAVIOR GUIDELINES
ACTIVITY: All activities at a CCBDF event in 2024
In consideration of my being permitted to participate in-person at a CCBDF event, wherever that opportunity may occur, I hereby attest that, after reading this Form completely and carefully, I acknowledge that my participation in the Activity is entirely voluntary, and I further understand and agree as follows:
It is the policy of the Central California Bleeding Disorders Foundation that all participants, including attendees, exhibitors, vendors, CCBDF staff, volunteers, and all other stakeholders at CCBDF meetings both in-person and virtually will conduct themselves in a professional manner that is welcoming to all participants and free from any form of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Participants will treat each other with respect and consideration to create a collegial, respectful, inclusive, and professional environment at CCBDF events both in person and virtually. Creating a supportive environment to enable discourse at CCBDF meetings is the responsibility of all participants.
Unacceptable Behavior
CCBDF will not tolerate any form of illegal discrimination or harassment on the basis an individual’s race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), actual or perceived age (40 and older), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status (including status as a uniformed service member, a veteran, or dependent of a service member, or unfavorable discharge from military service), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, work authorization status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Harassing conduct includes, but is not limited to: unlawful harassment, derogatory comments, epithets, slurs, or negative stereotyping; threatening, intimidating or hostile acts; denigrating jokes; and written, electronic, or graphic material that denigrates or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual or group and that take place online or on-site.
Consequences of Unacceptable Behavior
Upon receiving a report of unacceptable behavior, CCBDF’s priority will be the safety and security of participants. Sanctions for violating this Code of Conduct may range from verbal warning, being denied access to CCBDF events, to notifying appropriate authorities. Retaliation for complaints of inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated.
The following Agreements and Disclaimers are offered by and pertain to CCBDF’s events provided by the Central California Bleeding Disorders Foundation and to speakers, presenters, sponsors, exhibitors, and volunteers (collectively referred to herein as the “CCBDF”), and the person intending to attend and participate in the Conference. YOU AGREE NOT TO TAKE ACTION AGAINST, OR SEEK TO HOLD, OR HOLD LIABLE, CCBDF FOR THE USER’S USE OF THE INFORMATION PROVIDED.
The information presented is solely intended for Consumers, Chapters and Healthcare professionals. You understand and agree that you are being provided the information for educational and informational purposes only and that information will be provided to educate you on the latest scientific, clinical, therapeutic, and educational advancements. Although CCBDF strives to present only current and accurate information at its events, you agree not to solely rely on this information or consider it to be any form of professional advice without additional independent review of its accuracy, completeness, efficacy, and timeliness. Any decisions you make based on the information provided is voluntary and should only be undertaken after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, efficacy, and timeliness and/or only after consultation with a healthcare professional. Information provided during events or otherwise offered by CCBDF, is intended to provide you with updates on scientific, clinical, therapeutic, and educational advancements and is not meant to replace or in any way modify the advice of a healthcare professional without additional review by you. Any decisions as to how you use this information is in your sole discretion and CCBDF will not be liable for any liability that may arise from such use.
Given the stated purpose of the information presented at events, you agree that CCBDF is not responsible in any manner or to any extent for the consequences of any action(s) taken by any individual(s) as a result of using the information presented by CCBDF during the Conference. Further, CCBDF is not responsible for any information or content, or any actions that are based on such information or content, that is provided during the Conference.
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