Writer’s Digest Code of Conduct
Here is Writer’s Digest’s code of conduct for attendees, speakers, agents, sponsors, volunteers, and staff at Writer’s Digest conferences, events (virtual and live), competitions, online education, website interactions, podcasts, and social media.
Writer’s Digest is committed to delivering inclusive educational programs that represent the diverse community of writers, editors, and other publishing professionals who share a single mission: entertaining and enlightening readers of all types and interests with compelling stories across all genres.
All students, instructors, speakers, agents, sponsors, volunteers, community members, and staff at Writer’s Digest conferences, events (virtual and live), competitions, online education, website interactions, podcasts, and social media are required to agree with the following code of conduct, and we expect cooperation from all participants to help ensure a safe, harassment-free environment for everyone.
Harassment and unacceptable behavior includes but is not limited to:
- Offensive verbal or written comments or inciting speech related to gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion
- Deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, photography or recording without consent
- Sustained disruption of talks or other events
- Inappropriate or non-consensual physical contact, unwelcome sexual attention
Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately. Writer's Digest has a zero-tolerance policy. If a participant engages in harassing behavior, Writer’s Digest staff will take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender or immediate expulsion from the premises (including removal or blocking on virtual platforms, websites, social media, etc.) with no refund if applicable.
If you are subject to or witness behavior which you believe is in violation of this code of conduct, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of the Writer’s Digest staff immediately. Each of the Writer’s Digest platforms has a contact us section that can be used to get in touch with our staff. Our staff can be identified as they'll be wearing branded clothing and/or badges onsite and will make their appearance known/visible on any online platform.
WD staff will be happy to help participants contact hotel/venue security or local law enforcement, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of any Writer’s Digest sanctioned activity in-person or online. We value your attendance and participation in the Writer’s Digest community, and more importantly, your safety.
This code of conduct applies to all Writer’s Digest in-person and virtual spaces, including conferences, events (virtual and live), competitions, online education, website interactions, podcasts, and social media.
