IAU Code of Conduct

This symposium adheres to the International Astronomical Union (IAU) Code of Conduct and encourages participants to read it carefully and comply with it in all aspects of the meeting.

The IAU embraces scientists from all backgrounds who are united in the common goal of promoting and advancing the astronomical sciences. Science is best advanced when there is mutual trust, respect and integrity, and when it is conducted in environments free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. The IAU Executive Committee has a responsibility to set the norms for the professional behaviour of its members as they pertain to IAU-related activities. This IAU Code of Conduct includes an Ethics Policy and an Anti-Harassment Policy.

Everyone who registers for an IAU meeting or activity agrees implicitly to abide by the Code of Conduct and accepts the prescribed protocols therein. Please, revise the IAU Code of Conduct in this link.