Code of Conduct

• Respect: Treat all members, volunteers, and guests with courtesy and professionalism.

• Inclusivity: Encourage participation from people of all backgrounds, identities, and skill levels.

• Collaboration: Share knowledge generously and support others’ learning journeys.

• Constructive Communication: Debate ideas, not individuals. Criticism should be respectful and focused on content.

• Consideration: Volunteers are the backbone of our group. Respect their time, contributions, and boundaries.

• Compliance: Follow applicable laws, organizational policies, and venue rules.

• Harassment, discrimination, or offensive comments (verbal, written, or online).

• Stalking fellow members for a business opportunity.

• Excessive self-promotion or solicitation unrelated to group activities.

• Intentionally representing your organization as a customer when any part of your organization sells software and/or services to LN customers may result in expulsion from the user group.

• Intimidation, threats, or disruptive behavior.

• Sharing confidential information without consent.

• Any illegal activity or violation of organizational policies.

Reporting: Concerns can be raised confidentially to the leadership team via email or designated contact.

Investigation: Reports will be reviewed promptly and fairly, with respect for privacy.

Consequences: Violations may result in warnings, removal from events, or permanent exclusion from the group.

Participation in the user group implies agreement to abide by this Code of Conduct.

Members make a commitment to uphold these standards during registration and go forward to help create a positive environment.