The Italian SQL Server User Group (UGISS), a non-profit association, was founded with specific statutory objectives, including:
- sharing ideas and experiences through real-world case studies, discussion groups, and periodic meetings, both in public and private settings;
- fostering contact among professionals in the field and anyone else who is interested, in order to study solutions to problems or new projects;
- organizing and promoting conferences, conventions, round tables, fairs, meetups, trips, courses of study, and training activities within the purposes stated in the bylaws.
The tl;dr (too long; didn't read) version is that professional behavior and mutual respect are expected from anyone who participates in the association’s activities, both online (e.g., webinars) and in person (e.g., events or meetups).
The association’s activities are supported by volunteer professionals in the field, who expect equally professional, considerate, and respectful participation from all those interested in data management and analytics, so that experiences can be shared and everyone’s skills can grow.
With the participants’ consent, a more informal tone is possible, provided it remains within the bounds of mutual respect.
Given that the reminder about professionalism should already be more than sufficient, and given that Italian law should cover virtually all unacceptable behaviors as they may be legally actionable, further clarifications should not be necessary.
However, at the risk of sounding paternalistic in an otherwise professional setting, we list some behaviors considered unacceptable: intimidation, violence, discrimination, and, in general, offensive or humiliating behavior related to gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, or disability.
In addition, the association is not the ideal place to address political topics of any kind or orientation.
In general, the organizers of the association’s activities have no public-authority powers. If needed, they will provide support by involving the venue’s responsible staff (or any on-site security) and, where appropriate, by contacting law enforcement. They may also provide logistical support to anyone who intends to file reports or complaints with the competent authorities.
We expect all members of the association, as well as any sponsors, speakers, and guests, to comply with this code of conduct in all settings, both online (e.g., webinars, online conferences) and in person (e.g., events, meetups).
To report an incident, contact the on-site organizers directly or send an email to info@ugiss.org