CAIS 2026 is committed to a professional, inclusive, and safe environment for all participants. This policy complements and incorporates the ACM Code of Ethics, the ACM Policy Against Harassment, and ACM Publications Policies.
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Community Values
- Respect & dignity: Engage ideas, not people.
- Equity & inclusion: Welcome diverse identities, backgrounds, and viewpoints.
- Integrity: Be honest and fair in research, reviews, and discourse.
- Safety: Zero tolerance for harassment, discrimination, intimidation, or retaliation.
Expected Behavior
- Be considerate and constructive; follow session norms and staff directions.
- Follow photography/recording rules and respect opt-out indicators.
- Authors/reviewers: follow anonymity rules, declare COIs, and comply with ACM Publications Policies.
Unacceptable Behavior
- Harassment, discrimination, intimidation.
- Sexualized language or imagery; unwelcome advances; stalking; disruption.
- Non-consensual or prohibited photography/recording.
- Retaliation against reporters.
Response & Consequences
- Safety first: venue security/emergency services as needed.
- Incident-response group reviews reports; COIs recuse.
- Possible actions: warnings, removal, withdrawal, ACM/institution notification.
Media, Photography & Recording
Recording of program content is permitted unless presenter or chair states otherwise. Respect individual opt-outs. Attribute responsibly.
Accessibility & Accommodations
Details on access, captions, dietary needs, and accommodations will be shared with registration. Contact: contact@caisconf.org.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We support equitable participation across identities and career stages. Contact: contact@caisconf.org.
Publications & Review Ethics
- No duplicate submissions.
- No plagiarism or falsification.
- Maintain anonymity in double-blind.
- Declare conflicts of interest.
Additional Policies
Alcohol & Substances: Legal proof of age required; illegal substances prohibited.
Badges & Access: Must be worn; non-transferable.
Children & Nursing: Supervised children welcome; lactation room available.
Privacy: Reports handled confidentially.
Reporting a Concern
Immediate assistance: Find staff or dial 911 (U.S.).
Conference reporting: conduct@caisconf.org.
ACM reporting: See ACM's Policy Against Harassment.