Code of conduct

ISSOL and the IAU Astrobiology Commission are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and productive meeting environment. We aim to fost open dialogue, the free exchange of scientific ideas, and equal opportunity and fair treatment for all participants, in a setting free from harassment and discrimination.

All participants are expected to abide by the IAU Code of Conduct, treat others with respect and consideration, and alert event staff to any dangerous situations or if they witness someone in distress.

The meeting is intended to provide a forum for the orderly, respectful, and equitable discussion of scientific viewpoints. Speakers and attendees are expected to uphold the highest standards of scientific integrity and professional ethics.

These policies apply to all attendees, speakers, exhibitors, staff, contractors, volunteers, guests, and any other third-party participants or suppliers involved in the meeting.

Unacceptable Behavior

The following behaviors are not tolerated during the meeting:

• Intentionally talking over or interrupting others
• Engaging in biased, demeaning, intimidating, coercive, harassing, or hostile conduct or commentary—whether seriously or in jest—based on sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, age, physical appearance, disability, power differential, or other personal characteristics
• Engaging in personal attacks of any kind
• Making inappropriate comments about personal appearance
• Disrupting the event or engaging in harm or threats of harm of any kind
• Producing or distributing audio or visual recordings of the event without the explicit consent of the individuals concerned
• Photographing presentations or materials without the explicit consent of the individuals concerned
• Engaging in any of the above behaviors on social media in connection with the event or related activities

ISSOL and the IAU Astrobiology Commission reserve the right to take appropriate action in response to violations of this Code of Conduct, including removal from the event without warning or refund, prohibition from attending future meetings, and notification of the individual’s employer or institution.

Reporting Harassment/Misconduct

Any individual who experiences or witnesses harassment or misconduct is encouraged to report it to ISSOL, the IAU Astrobiology Commission, or Sorbonne University staff.

Individuals wishing to file a formal report may contact the organizers directly. It is recommended to document relevant details (e.g., date, time, location, description of the incident). Reports will be handled as confidentially as possible, consistent with the need to conduct a fair and thorough review and to respect the rights of all parties involved.