Training is one of the core values of NBIS, and benefits from the contributions of the entire scientific community. We value the involvement of everyone in the community. We are committed to creating a friendly and respectful place for learning, teaching and contributing. All participants in our events and communications are expected to show respect and courtesy to others.

To make clear what is expected, everyone participating in NBIS/ELIXIR courses is required to conform to the Code of Conduct. This Code of Conduct applies to all spaces managed by NBIS including, but not limited to, courses, email lists, and online forums such as Studium, GitHub, Slack, Twitter and LinkedIn. Course organizers and teachers are expected to assist with the enforcement of the Code of Conduct.

We are dedicated to providing a welcoming and supportive environment for all people, regardless of background or identity. By participating in this event, participants accept to abide by the NBIS Code of Conduct and accept the procedures by which any Code of Conduct incidents are resolved. Any form of behaviour to exclude, intimidate, or cause discomfort is a violation of the Code of Conduct. In order to foster a positive and professional learning environment we encourage the following kinds of behaviours in all platforms and training events:

Use welcoming and inclusive language
Be respectful of different viewpoints and experiences
Gracefully accept constructive criticism
Focus on what is best to all those involved in this training event
Show courtesy and respect towards everyone involved in this training event

The NBIS Training Coordinator is responsible for enforcing the Code of Conduct, and may be contacted by emailing education@nbis.se. All reports will be reviewed and will be kept confidential. If you believe someone is violating the Code of Conduct, we ask that you report it to the NBIS Training coordinator (education@nbis.se), who will take the appropriate action to address the situation.

For an extended description please see the ELIXIR Code of Conduct.