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Code of Conduct
The conduct expected in every space of GCRI: respectful, evidence-based exchange across countries, disciplines and knowledge traditions, a confidential route for concerns, proportionate measures and protection against retaliation.
Code of Conduct on the record.
- Version1.0
- Effective date20 October 2026
- Last updated20 October 2026
- PublisherThe Global Centre for Risk and Innovation (GCRI Canada)
- Contactcontact@therisk.global
Version 1.0, effective 20 October 2026.
| Record | Value |
|---|---|
| Document | Code of Conduct |
| Version | 1.0 |
| Effective date | 20 October 2026 |
| Last updated | 20 October 2026 |
| Publisher | The Global Centre for Risk and Innovation (GCRI Canada) |
| Contact | contact@therisk.global |
Purpose and scope.
- 1.1 GCRI brings together people from public institutions, science, industry, finance, civil society, Indigenous and local communities and the public. This Code sets the conduct that makes open, global work possible.
- 1.2 It applies on the Site, in contribution and comment channels, repositories, meetings, events, mailing lists and wherever a person represents the programme.
Expected behaviour.
- 2.1 Engage with arguments and evidence, not with people; disagree on substance and give reasons.
- 2.2 Respect expertise and lived experience equally, including knowledge that is not written in English or in published papers.
- 2.3 Use inclusive, plain language; assume good faith and ask before assuming intent.
- 2.4 Declare conflicts of interest when they arise and step aside from decisions where one exists.
- 2.5 Respect confidentiality where it applies: personal information, undisclosed vulnerabilities and the content of reports.
Unacceptable behaviour.
- 3.1 Harassment, discrimination, intimidation and personal attacks, in any form and on any ground.
- 3.2 Sexualised language or imagery, and unwelcome attention.
- 3.3 Sustained disruption of meetings, discussions or the work of others.
- 3.4 Publishing another person's private information without permission.
- 3.5 Misrepresenting evidence, the status of a document or another person's position.
- 3.6 Retaliation against anyone who reports a concern or takes part in its handling.
Reporting a concern.
- 4.1 Concerns may be reported to contact@therisk.global. Describe what happened, when and where, the people involved and any witnesses.
- 4.2 Reports are handled confidentially by people not involved in the matter, designated by GCRI Canada. A report is acknowledged within fourteen days. Anyone in immediate danger should contact local emergency services first.
Measures and appeal.
| Step | Measure |
|---|---|
| 1. Correction | A private explanation of why the behaviour was inappropriate, with a request to correct it |
| 2. Warning | A written warning with the consequences of continued behaviour |
| 3. Temporary suspension | Suspension from a channel, a group or every space of the programme for a stated period |
| 4. Removal | Removal of participation |
The measure is proportionate and may begin at any step. The person concerned is heard before a decision, except where urgent protection is needed, and may appeal once, with new information, within thirty days. No one who reports in good faith may suffer retaliation.
Attribution and changes.
- 6.1 This Code is adapted from the Contributor Covenant, version 2.1 (contributor-covenant.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0.
- 6.2 Changes to the Code are published on this page with a new version and effective date.
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