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AGA seeks public comment on Code of Conduct for AGA events

Published on 3/19/2018

Committees delegated by the AGA board have drafted a major proposal to establish a formal Code of Conduct for AGA events, which the board has accepted for release to the membership for review and comment prior to implementation. The text of the Code of Conduct is below, and was developed by an active committee over a year and a half in consultation with the appropriate professionals. Please address any comments to planning@usgo.org before May 1, 2018.AGA Code of Conduct The go community in America has long been known as a warm and welcoming society. Exhibiting respect for oneself, one’s opponents, officials, and other go players is one of the foundations of go in America, and is a clear value of the American Go Association. This Code of Conduct has been adopted to further this welcoming spirit and to ensure an atmosphere that is safe and comfortable for ALL current and future AGA go players. The Code of Conduct does not replace the Tournament Regulations, or limit any prohibition or sanctions allowed there, and is not intended to impede regular go play or interactions. The AGA expects all members and guests to act maturely, to behave responsibly, and to respect the rights and dignity of ALL others. Members and guests are encouraged to take responsibility for their personal comfort and safety. Anyone who feels uncomfortable in confronting a person directly should report the behavior to an event official or AGA Code of Conduct Committee person. This Code of Conduct outlines prohibited action, but the actions listed below are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of behaviors considered inappropriate in our tournaments and programs.

Harassment or intimidation by words, gestures, body language, or any type of menacing behavior.
Physical contact with another person in an angry, aggressive, or threatening way.
Verbally abusive or offensive behavior, including angry or vulgar language, swearing, name-calling, or shouting.
Sexually explicit conversation, behavior, or sexual contact with another person without their consent.

The AGA will not tolerate these expressly prohibited actions or other behaviors that are contrary to the core values of the AGA. Violation of the Code of Conduct may result in suspended or terminated participation privileges up to and including indefinite expulsion from participation in the AGA. If the Committee has reason to believe the incident involves criminal behavior, it will immediately be reported to the authorities.

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