Our code of Ethics

We have organised the Australasian Ornithological Conference (AOC) to engender and promote a welcoming environment that is collaborative, supportive and engaging for everyone involved. We hope that it is a space where there are opportunities to share, develop and broaden viewpoints in a safe and inclusive environment.

While on campus, attendees are also expected to abide by the University of Auckland code of conduct

We celebrate diversity in all its forms and expect that all our participants are respectful and considerate of each other, that they provide supportive critique, and embrace the multitude of opinions that are on offer.

If you have any concerns or feel that any participant of an event has breached this code, or have suggestions for how we can make our events more inclusive and productive, please contact any of the AOC volunteers, BirdLife Australia staff or Birds NZ staff.

Our discrimination and Harassment Contact Officers (DHCOs) are trained conference committee members. Please report any incident as soon as you feel able, to allow us to act upon your concerns. Any reports will be handled in confidence.

Personal safety

• Your personal safety is paramount, if you feel at risk or in danger – Call the Police (111)
• Call Security about 20 minutes before you need the escort on 0800 373 7550 or use the UOA Alert app, to request an escort