CODE OF CONDUCT

All members of the PROBUS Club of Nanaimo North (PNN) shall be bound by this Code of Conduct.

PNN MEMBERS HAVE A RIGHT TO:

·        Be treated fairly, equally, and with respect by PNN
   members and its Management Committee.

·        Socialise in an environment free from all forms of harassment and discrimination.

·        Privacy and confidentiality concerning records, documentation, and any other communication containing a member’s                  personal information, unless consent is otherwise provided.

·        Be informed and actively involved in all PNN events and activities.

·        Voice their opinions, requirements, and suggestions to the PNN Management Committee.

PNN MEMBERS MUST:

·        Uphold the Standard Constitution for Probus Clubs.

·        Follow all PNN Bylaws.

·        Treat other members, guests, staff of venues and other patrons (where a club event or activity is being held) fairly, equally,     and with respect and courtesy.

·        Behave responsibly and ensure they conduct themselves in a manner which will not injure the reputation of PNN, its                   general meetings, events, activities, organisers, participants, or sponsors.

·        Not physically or verbally harass others.

·        Report any inappropriate behaviour of a member to the

PNN Management Committee for action and follow up.

·        Pay any fees in relation to an event or activity (e.g. tickets or membership renewal dues) which that member has                    committed to, regardless of whether or not the member attends the event or activity.

·        Notify PNN Membership Chair(s) of any changes to contact information.

·        Not use their membership privileges to purchase tickets to any event or activity, at a membership price, for PNN
   non-members (except for parties entitled to such prices as nominated from time to time).

·        If on selling a ticket to an event which the member has booked on to and paid membership rates, if the ticket is sold to a    non-member, the non-member price must be paid for by the recipient of the ticket and then the difference forwarded to the     club.

BREACHES OF THIS CODE OF CONDUCT:

·        Any member not behaving in accordance with the terms of the Code of Conduct at an event or activity sanctioned                  by PNN may be asked to leave the function and will not be entitled to a refund of any monies paid.

·        The inappropriate behaviour of any members will be investigated, discussed, and an appropriate course of action will be     taken by the PNN Management Committee, which may be subject to a reprimand, suspension, or revocation of                           membership.