01 · Summary The document in brief.
- Respectful, evidence-based exchange in every space.
- A confidential route for concerns and protection against retaliation.
- Proportionate measures for breaches.
02 · Record Version 1.0, effective 20 October 2026.
| Record | Value |
|---|---|
| Document | Code of Conduct |
| Version | 1.0 |
| Effective date | 20 October 2026 |
| Last updated | 20 October 2026 |
| Publisher | The Kurdish Cooperation Organization (in formation) |
| Contact | contact@kurds.global |
03 · Section 1 Purpose and scope.
- 1.1 kurds.global brings together people of the community and its diaspora, their families, friends and partners, across many countries, languages and views. This Code sets the conduct that keeps the community open, respectful and safe.
- 1.2 It applies on the Site, in contribution and comment channels, repositories, meetings, events, mailing lists and wherever a person represents the programme.
04 · Section 2 Expected behaviour.
- 2.1 Engage with arguments and evidence, not with people; disagree on substance and give reasons.
- 2.2 Respect expertise and lived experience equally, including knowledge that is not written in English or in published papers.
- 2.3 Use inclusive, plain language; assume good faith and ask before assuming intent.
- 2.4 Declare conflicts of interest when they arise and step aside from decisions where one exists.
- 2.5 Respect confidentiality where it applies: personal information, undisclosed vulnerabilities and the content of reports.
05 · Section 3 Unacceptable behaviour.
- 3.1 Harassment, discrimination, intimidation and personal attacks, in any form and on any ground.
- 3.2 Sexualised language or imagery, and unwelcome attention.
- 3.3 Sustained disruption of meetings, discussions or the work of others.
- 3.4 Publishing another person's private information without permission.
- 3.5 Misrepresenting evidence, the status of a document or another person's position.
- 3.6 Retaliation against anyone who reports a concern or takes part in its handling.
06 · Section 4 Reporting a concern.
- 4.1 Concerns may be reported to contact@kurds.global. Describe what happened, when and where, the people involved and any witnesses.
- 4.2 Reports are handled confidentially by people not involved in the matter, designated by KCO. A report is acknowledged within fourteen days. Anyone in immediate danger should contact local emergency services first.
07 · Section 5 Measures and appeal.
| Step | Measure |
|---|---|
| 1. Correction | A private explanation of why the behaviour was inappropriate, with a request to correct it |
| 2. Warning | A written warning with the consequences of continued behaviour |
| 3. Temporary suspension | Suspension from a channel, a group or every space of the programme for a stated period |
| 4. Removal | Removal of participation |
The measure is proportionate and may begin at any step. The person concerned is heard before a decision, except where urgent protection is needed, and may appeal once, with new information, within thirty days. No one who reports in good faith may suffer retaliation.
08 · Section 6 Attribution and changes.
- 6.1 This Code is adapted from the Contributor Covenant, version 2.1 (contributor-covenant.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0.
- 6.2 Changes to the Code are published on this page with a new version and effective date.
09 · Document Status of this document.
Prepared for review by legal counsel before adoption.