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Hacker Dojo Policies

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'''Goal:''' to fully enumerate all the policies we came up with over the last year, and to have them all in one place. We may want to reduce/modify this list through voting.

*Be excellent to each other.

==Facilities==
*'''Guest/Business hours''' 10 AM - 9 PM 7 days a week.
*'''Sign-in.''' All guests must sign-in when they arrive at the Dojo each day. Those that do not sign-in or do not accept our policies may not stay.
*'''100% Communal.''' You may not store personal belongings. All space is communal space: first-come-first-serve. Any equipment left at the Dojo is done at your own risk and may be used by others. Donated or loaned items may be damaged or removed, and the Dojo is not liable.
*'''Help secure the Dojo.''' Please help keep the Dojo secure outside of business hours by making sure you keep the doors closed. No propping doors open and no tailgating.
*'''Sleeping.''' No sleeping is allowed at Hacker Dojo unless it is done in conjunction with an approved event.
*'''Keep the Place Nice.''' Please clean up any mess you make. This includes putting away any monitors, keyboards or laptop stands that you may have borrowed while using the space. We have cleaning supplies in the kitchen.
*'''Animals.''' Pets are permitted indoors at Hacker Dojo. We ask that the pet is potty trained and friendly. Please be mindful of members and the space when bringing your pet in. If a pet becomes a disturbance, we will ask to leave the pet at home.
*'''Clothes and shoes must be worn at all times in the facility.'''
*'''Breaking Things.''' If you break parts of the Dojo, you are financially responsible for replacing them.
*'''Donations.''' Before you bring in a donation, please work with the directors to be sure an item will be useful to the membership. Some things are always welcome such as LCD monitors.
*'''Hold Harmless.''' Visitors, members, and other participants at Hacker Dojo. hereby release, discharge and agree to hold harmless the Hacker Dojo, and its directors, members, and volunteers from and against any liability as a result of any harm, damage, the loss suffered to said visitors, their work, equipment used, personal property or personal injury suffered during the participation or attendance at Hacker Dojo.
*'''Dangerous and Otherwise Awesome Science.''' No science which requires a fume hood and no pathogen-related research. Please always be considerate of the safety of other people at the dojo. No science where food is stored for eating.
*'''Refrigerator.''' The fridge is for members to use only. Food should not be left inside for more than a day. The fridge is emptied every day by the janitors around 10 PM.
*'''Parking.''' The Dojo is not a campground nor a car storage facility. No vehicle may remain in the Dojo parking lot for more than 36 hours or it is liable to be towed. No sleeping in vehicles is allowed.
*'''Access points / Wifi hotspots.''' Operating routers, personal access points, or creating wifi hotspots are not allowed without prior approval from staff.

==Membership==
*'''Keys.''' Members get access to the Dojo immediately after becoming a member. The sharing of access is not allowed.
*'''Accounts.''' Accounts are associated with an individual person. The sharing of login is not allowed.
*'''Refunds.''' There are no refunds or prorated credit for unused time during a billing cycle. It is the responsibility of the member to pause their membership before their renewal date.

==Visitors/Drop-Ins==
*'''Guests.''' Guests are either non-members or event attendees. Guests are welcome at Hacker Dojo and are encouraged to donate $20/day.
*'''Drop in Privileges.''' Guests do not get accounts, rights to attend events for free, access to the member's wifi, or voting rights.
*'''Children. (Under 18)''' It is okay to bring children to the Dojo, just as you would any other guest, so long as you assume full responsibility for them and ensure they don't detract from members' experience of the Dojo. It is your duty as a member to keep an eye on them at all times.
*'''Not a Public Facility.''' Non-members are guests of the Dojo and can be asked to leave at any time without a needed reason. Non-members are only allowed in the Dojo between the hours of 10 AM – 9 PM unless accompanied by a member or are attending an event.
If you are working out of the Dojo for more than '''2 days''', you should become a member.

==Networks==
*Guests are not allowed to set up an AP.
*Members can set up an AP for TESTING PURPOSES ONLY because your work involves an access point.
**Access points are for testing purposes only
**Internet access for your devices should use Hacker Dojo wifi
**Here is how you can set up your own access point:
#Please use only 20MHz channels. 40 and 80 MHz channels are too broad and will interfere with Hacker Dojo wifi.
#Do not use more than 3db on you AP to avoid having a stronger signal than our access points.
#For 2.4Ghz: Use only CHANNEL 11.
#For 5Ghz: Use only CHANNELS 52 54 60 64 100 104 108 112 136 140 144

If we notice that you are not following those rules you will be forbidden to use your own Access point at Hacker Dojo and could lose your membership.

==Sponsorships==
*'''Sponsorship Rights.''' Unless given a special exemption by a director, sponsors do not receive special privileges within the Dojo, for example being able to reserve rooms, or being whitelisted for events (sponsors must apply to hold events like everyone else, and must receive the usual member buy-in).

==Harassment==
Hacker Dojo is committed to providing a safe and welcoming place for everyone. See our [[Harassment Policy]] for more on how we enforce this.

==Events, Hacker Dojo Vision and Mission==
Hacker Dojo is a non-profit community center, co-working space, and hackerspace based in Mountain View, California. One of the primary use of Hacker Dojo is hosting Events.

===Part of Hacker Dojo's mission consist of:===
*Providing the tech community and other communities in Silicon Valley an affordable place to learn, collaborate and innovate so that anyone from any circumstance and background with an idea can build their dream.
*Spreading entrepreneurial vision.
*Nurturing disruption and innovation.
*Being a gathering space for technology leaders and contributors.
*Providing educational, collaborative, or social endeavors which enable communities to create, learn, and teach each other.

===Rules - Recommendations===
*Be flexible.
*Be excellent to each other.
*Clean dojo is a great dojo.
*Offer to help before seeking help.
*Introduce yourself to three people if it is your first day here.
*Take a pic by the mural.
*Check out other events if this is your first time here.
*Spread the word about Hacker Dojo on social media.

===General Event Policies===

===NDA's===
Events may not require an NDA to attend.

===Submission===
*Events cannot be submitted less than 48 hours of the submission date.
*Pick the room that fits best the number of attendees.
*Member events can only be scheduled after 5:30PM during the week due to parking issues.
*Member run daytime events should be requested to the event committee event-committee@hackerdojo.com
*Event organizer must do the orientation quiz every 6 months to be able to submit events.
*Private events can be requested at the Event Committee.

===Approval===
*Events should align with Hacker Dojo mission and vision.
*Member run events will be approved by the event committee not more than 5 weeks in advance.
*Please do not advertise your event externally until it has been approved.

===Event Changes===
Rooms may change in case of event conflicts.

We hope event organizers will be flexible. Room assignment may be subject to change by Hacker Dojo staff even after approval with a 2-day notice. Hacker Dojo will do its best to accommodate the attendees and setup of the original event.

===Cancellation===
If you need to cancel your event for whatever reason, it is your responsibility to do so both in the Hacker Dojo event system, as well as any external event systems.

===Member Rights===
Members have the rights to attend member-run events for free. This does not mean that they are entitled to tangible resources such as food, class supplies, etc.
Members are not allowed to attend private events held at Hacker Dojo unless they are on the official attendees list.

===Right to Charge===
Event hosts may charge for events and materials provided, provided they understand that Dojo members may sit in without paying. Members suggested donation is 20% of net revenue from the event.

===Dojo Branding===
Any event with the name “Hacker Dojo” in the title must be approved by the board of directors.

===Before the event===
Any event with the name “Hacker Dojo” in the title must be approved by the board of directors.

===Communication to Attendees===
Event organizers should communicate these points to attendees
*How to come to Hacker Dojo
*How to enter Hacker Dojo
*Where to park near Hacker Dojo
*Where the bathrooms are
*How to connect to HD-Events/HD-Guest wifi if needed

===Social sharing===

Please don’t forget to mention Hacker Dojo when you are sharing, talking about your event on Social networks. Twitter: @HackerDojo, Facebook: @hackerdojo, Instagram @hackerdojo.

===Setup===
*You can get 1 hour set up time at max. If you need a large chunk of setup time, it is suggested that you create a separate event to do so.
*It is up to you to locate the location of projectors or other supplies you may need to run your event.
*If you want the room arranged in a specific way that is something you need to do yourself.
*Setup time is shared with tear downtime of the previous event held in the same room.

===During the event===

===Presence===
Event Organizer must be present during the entire event.

===Parking===
If your event is large enough you may need your own staff member to direct overflow parking to another designated location.

===Sign-in===

<big>[[Sign In]] (Policy Agreement Text)</big>

All event attendees are required to sign in at the front desk for liability reasons.
ADVERTISE/PROMOTE HACKER DOJO
Please encourage your attendees to give donations/ become a member.

===After the event===
TEARDOWN TIME
You can have 1-hour tear downtime at maximum. This time is shared with the setup time of the next event. If you need a large chunk of teardown time, it is suggested that you create a separate event to do so.
ROOM LAYOUT
The rooms must be returned like described on the sign outside each room. It includes returning the room with the correct number of chairs and desks and the correct layout. Please make sure that the included equipment is returned. The event organizer will be held responsible if the room is found in a different state.
CLEANUP AND TRASH
You must leave Hacker Dojo in the condition you found it in. This includes hauling away excess garbage that does not fit in the dumpster. CIWA ((408) 261-4110) is our trash haulier. The event organizer will be held responsible if trash is found and will have to pay for the hauling.
DAMAGES
The event organizer is held responsible for any damages to Dojo facilities during your event.
SUPPLIES
Please refill supplies consumed in the kitchen, especially if yours is a large event as your guests will be using shared resources such as bowls, cups, glasses and more.
EQUIPMENT
Please make sure to switch off the projector and others electric equipment before leaving the room.

===Policy Process===
*No Reimbursements. Hacker Dojo does not reimburse members for purchases without prior approval by directors.
*Do-ocracy. If you have a change you want to see happen, lead the way. If you want a knitting circle, start one. If you want a book circle, lead one. If you want to build a winning robot, start designing.
*New Policies. Members are welcome to give staff suggestions and feedback on the policy.
*Board of Directors Discretion. Board of Directors have a discretionary review for all policies and may change policies at will. For example, the board of directors may override rules incompatible with state laws, our lease, or incompatible with Hacker Dojo’s vision.

Policy submitted by the Secretary of The Board of Directors

Tanya Troshyna

Policy updated by the Board Chair to reflect 855 Maude Ave, Mountain View, CA location details and notice period for event location changes.

Emily Johnson

Sign In

2024-04-19T01:23:43Z

Secretary: Noting struck section "MEMBERSHIP"

POLICY "DRAFT" AS OF 2024-04-18

SIGN-IN
● All members and guests must sign in when they arrive at the Dojo each day. Those that do not sign in or do not accept our policies may not stay.

tldr;
When there’s only one thing to remember ________ (Place on badge)
Space is the responsibility of Members, supported by everyone
Guest/Office hours 10AM - 9PM daily; open as possible for Members

***
FACILITIES

● Guest/Business hours. 10 AM - 9 PM 7 days a week.

● 100% Communal. You may not store personal belongings. Any equipment left at the DOJO is done at your own risk and may be used by others. Donated or loaned items may be damaged or removed, and the DOJO is not liable.

● Help secure the Dojo. Please help keep the Dojo secure outside of business hours by making sure you keep the doors closed. No propping doors open and no tailgating.

● Sleeping. No sleeping is allowed at Hacker Dojo unless it is done in conjunction with an approved event.

● Keep the place nice. Please clean up any mess you make. We have cleaning supplies in the kitchen.

● Animals. Pets who are friendly or potty trained are permitted indoors at Hacker Dojo. Service animals as required by ADA or other applicable laws are allowed. All other animals and nonhuman species must be kept outdoors. Hacker Dojo will not be held responsible for any incidents involving pets.

● Clothes and shoes must be worn at all times in the facility.

● Breaking Things. If you break parts of the Dojo, you are financially responsible for replacing them. If you notice anything broken, please report to the executive director.

● Hold Harmless. Visitors, members, and other participants at Hacker Dojo hereby release, discharge, and agree to hold harmless the Hacker Dojo and its directors, members, and volunteers from and against any liability as a result of any harm, damage, the loss suffered to said visitors, their work, equipment used, personal property or personal injury suffered during the participation or attendance at Hacker Dojo.

● Dangerous and otherwise awesome science. No science requiring a fume hood, pathogen-related research, or science where food is stored for eating. Please always be considerate of the safety of other people at the Dojo.

● Parking. The Dojo is not a campground nor a car storage facility. No vehicle may remain in the Dojo parking lot for more than 48 hours or it is liable to be towed. No sleeping in vehicles is allowed.

● Access points / Wifi hotspots. To avoid disturbing the Hacker Dojo wifi network, operating routers, personal access points, or creating wifi hotspots is not permitted without prior approval from staff.

● By attending our organization's events or co-working at Hacker Dojo or it's premise, individuals implicitly agree to allow the organization to use event photos for promotional purposes. These photos may be used in marketing materials, social media, website content, and other promotional channels to highlight the success and impact of our events and space. We will ensure the use of these photos aligns with our organization's values and respects the privacy rights of individuals involved.
MEMBERSHIP

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MEMBERSHIP

● Digital Keys. Members get a digital key to the Dojo immediately after becoming a member.

● Accounts. Accounts are associated with an individual person. Sharing of membership/login is not allowed.

● Refunds. There are no refunds or prorated credit for unused time during a billing cycle. It is the responsibility of the member to pause their membership before their renewal date.

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VISITORS/DROP-INS

● Guests are either non-members or event attendees.

● Drop-in Privileges. Guests do not get accounts, a right to attend events for free, access to the members’ wifi, or voting rights.

● Children. It is okay to bring children to the Dojo, so long as you assume full responsibility for them and ensure they don’t detract from members’ experience of the Dojo.

● Not a Public Facility. Non-members are guests of the Dojo and can be asked to leave at any time without a needed reason.

● Non-members are only allowed in the Dojo between the hours of 10 AM – 9 PM unless accompanied by a member or are attending an event.

● If you are working out of the Dojo for more than 2 days, you are encouraged to signup for a membership.

***
EVENTS, HACKER DOJO VISION AND MISSION

Hacker Dojo is a non-profit community center, co-working space, and hackerspace based in Mountain View, California. One of the primary uses of Hacker Dojo is hosting Events. Part of Hacker Dojo’s mission consists of:

● Be Excellent To One Another

● Providing the tech community and other communities in Silicon Valley an affordable place to learn, collaborate and innovate so that anyone from any circumstance and background with an idea can build their dream.

● Spreading entrepreneurial vision.

● Nurturing disruption and innovation.

● Being a gathering space for technology leaders and contributors.

● Providing educational, collaborative, or social endeavors which enable communities to create, learn, and teach each other.

● Be flexible.

● Be excellent to each other.

● A Clean dojo is a great dojo.

● Offer to help before seeking help.

● Introduce yourself to three people if it is your first day here.

● Check out other events if this is your first time here.

● Spread the word about Hacker Dojo on social platforms.

Social networks. Twitter: @HackerDojo, Facebook: @hackerdojo, Instagram @hackerdojo, Google Maps, Yelp.

***
RESPECT PERSONAL BOUNDARIES
Behaviors not welcome at Hacker Dojo, including but not limited to:

HARASSMENT & INTRUSION
● STARING OR LEERING: Observing someone that is perceived in a manner to be sexually intrusive, intimidating, or causing discomfort.

● MARGINALIZING GESTURES: Making sexual gestures or using other body language that is inappropriate in any setting.

● UNSOLICITED ADVANCES: Repeatedly asking someone out or for personal contact information.

UNETHICAL INTERACTIONS
● PROVOCATIVE ACTIONS: Deliberately inciting discomfort or unnecessary confrontations.

● MONOPOLIZING INTERACTIONS: Disrupting and dominating interactions, inhibiting others' contributions.

● COERCIVE CONDUCT: Forcing unjustified demands or imposing opinions on others.

● RELENTLESS PRESSURE: Constantly attempting to persuade or offer unsolicited advice.

● VERBAL INTIMIDATION: Employing threatening language to instill discomfort.

● PHYSICAL INTIMIDATION: Using threatening body language or an aggressive stance to instill fear or discomfort.

INAPPROPRIATE COMMUNICATIONS
● INAPPROPRIATE COMMENTS: Making sexual or non-sexual comments, jokes, or innuendos about someone's appearance, attire, or otherwise directly to, or in any other setting.

● DISRESPECTFUL STATEMENTS: Engaging in belittling remarks or disparaging humor of others.

● DISPROPORTIONATE CRITICISM: Subjecting a person to excessive criticism or scrutiny.

● IGNORING CONTRIBUTIONS: Purposely overlooking, undervaluing, or taking credit for the ideas or contributions of others.

● INVASIVE PERSONAL INTERACTIONS: Probing forcefully into someone's personal life, history, or private matters.

● DIGITAL MISCONDUCT: Sending, showing, or endorsing derogatory, offensive, or sexual messages, emails, images, videos, or symbols.

DISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT
● NON-VERBAL MARGINALIZATION: Using body language, gestures, or facial expressions that show disrespect or disdain.

● SPREADING RUMORS OR GOSSIP: Circulating harmful or false information about anyone or group of people.

● STEREOTYPING & ASSUMPTIONS: Making assumptions or generalizations about any person or group of people based on intrinsic or acquired attributes.

● BIASED TREATMENT & ISOLATION: Unfairly treating and excluding anyone from discussions, events, or group activities based on intrinsic or acquired attributes.

● DENYING OPPORTUNITIES: Restricting access to resources or opportunities to some people based on intrinsic or acquired characteristics, rather than rules or policies.

***
TYPE OF GROUPS: Hacker Dojo considers discriminatory treatment of the following groupings against our ethos.

Identity-Based Discrimination:
● Race or ethnicity
● Nationality or immigration status
● Indigenous or tribal affiliation
● Social classes (such as caste)

Gender and Sexual Identity Discrimination:
● Gender or gender identity
● Sexual orientation
● Pregnancy or parental status
● Gender expression

Age-Based Discrimination:
● Age

Ability and Health Discrimination:
● Disability status
● Neurodiversity
● Learning differences
● Health status (chronic illnesses, rare diseases, HIV, mental health)
● Physical appearance (body size/weight, features)
● Genetic information

Socioeconomic and Status Discrimination:
● Socioeconomic status
● Housing status (including homelessness)
● Occupation or employment status
● Educational background
● Veterans or military status
● Incarceration history
● Survivor status (e.g., domestic abuse, sexual assault survivors)
● Caregivers

Belief System Discrimination:
● Religion or belief system
● Political affiliation
● Philosophical convictions

Lifestyle and Cultural Discrimination:
● Marital, family make-up, relationship status
● Dietary restrictions or preferences (e.g., veganism)
● Mode of transportation (e.g., cyclists)
● Dress code or personal style (e.g., tattoos, piercings)
● Communication style (e.g., direct vs. indirect communicators)
● Types of intelligence (e.g., emotional intelligence, musical talent)
● Language proficiency

Technology and Access Discrimination:
● Digital literacy
● Access to technology

Health and Dependency Discrimination:
● Living with addictions or substance dependencies
● Specific medical conditions

We are a community, if you experience or witness any of the behaviors, please talk to the person 1:1 in a kind manner about the crossed boundary. If this is not possible or unsafe, please email culture@hackerdojo.com or follow posted methods of communicating issues with staff.

ZERO TOLERANCE FOR RETALIATION
Speaking up takes courage. - Do not react negatively or retaliate against those who inform you of their concerns or report it to staff. Instead, seek to understand and work towards a resolution.

***
Board of Directors Discretion. The Board of Directors has a discretionary review for all policies and may change policies at will. For example, the board of directors may override rules incompatible with state laws, our lease, or incompatible with Hacker Dojo’s vision.

Policy submitted by the Secretary of The Board of Directors,

By signing below, you agree to abide by the policies of Hacker Dojo shown above and acknowledge, Hacker Dojo has the right to refuse service.

Sign In

2024-04-19T01:12:08Z

Secretary: Draft of Board Directed revision with some suggestions still being edited for ratification.

POLICY "DRAFT" AS OF 2024-04-18

SIGN-IN
● All members and guests must sign in when they arrive at the Dojo each day. Those that do not sign in or do not accept our policies may not stay.

tldr;
When there’s only one thing to remember ________ (Place on badge)
Space is the responsibility of Members, supported by everyone
Guest/Office hours 10AM - 9PM daily; open as possible for Members

***
FACILITIES

● Guest/Business hours. 10 AM - 9 PM 7 days a week.

● 100% Communal. You may not store personal belongings. Any equipment left at the DOJO is done at your own risk and may be used by others. Donated or loaned items may be damaged or removed, and the DOJO is not liable.

● Sleeping. No sleeping is allowed at Hacker Dojo unless it is done in conjunction with an approved event.

● Keep the place nice. Please clean up any mess you make. We have cleaning supplies in the kitchen.

● Animals. Pets who are friendly or potty trained are permitted indoors at Hacker Dojo. Service animals as required by ADA or other applicable laws are allowed. All other animals and nonhuman species must be kept outdoors. Hacker Dojo will not be held responsible for any incidents involving pets.

● Clothes and shoes must be worn at all times in the facility.

● Breaking Things. If you break parts of the Dojo, you are financially responsible for replacing them. If you notice anything broken, please report to the executive director.

● Hold Harmless. Visitors, members, and other participants at Hacker Dojo hereby release, discharge, and agree to hold harmless the Hacker Dojo and its directors, members, and volunteers from and against any liability as a result of any harm, damage, the loss suffered to said visitors, their work, equipment used, personal property or personal injury suffered during the participation or attendance at Hacker Dojo.

● Dangerous and otherwise awesome science. No science requiring a fume hood, pathogen-related research, or science where food is stored for eating. Please always be considerate of the safety of other people at the Dojo.

● Parking. The Dojo is not a campground nor a car storage facility. No vehicle may remain in the Dojo parking lot for more than 48 hours or it is liable to be towed. No sleeping in vehicles is allowed.

● Access points / Wifi hotspots. To avoid disturbing the Hacker Dojo wifi network, operating routers, personal access points, or creating wifi hotspots is not permitted without prior approval from staff.

● By attending our organization's events or co-working at Hacker Dojo or it's premise, individuals implicitly agree to allow the organization to use event photos for promotional purposes. These photos may be used in marketing materials, social media, website content, and other promotional channels to highlight the success and impact of our events and space. We will ensure the use of these photos aligns with our organization's values and respects the privacy rights of individuals involved.

***
VISITORS/DROP-INS

● Guests are either non-members or event attendees.

● Drop-in Privileges. Guests do not get accounts, a right to attend events for free, access to the members’ wifi, or voting rights.

● Children. It is okay to bring children to the Dojo, so long as you assume full responsibility for them and ensure they don’t detract from members’ experience of the Dojo.

● Not a Public Facility. Non-members are guests of the Dojo and can be asked to leave at any time without a needed reason.

● Non-members are only allowed in the Dojo between the hours of 10 AM – 9 PM unless accompanied by a member or are attending an event.

● If you are working out of the Dojo for more than 2 days, you are encouraged to signup for a membership.

***
EVENTS, HACKER DOJO VISION AND MISSION

Hacker Dojo is a non-profit community center, co-working space, and hackerspace based in Mountain View, California. One of the primary uses of Hacker Dojo is hosting Events. Part of Hacker Dojo’s mission consists of:

● Be Excellent To One Another

● Providing the tech community and other communities in Silicon Valley an affordable place to learn, collaborate and innovate so that anyone from any circumstance and background with an idea can build their dream.

● Spreading entrepreneurial vision.

● Nurturing disruption and innovation.

● Being a gathering space for technology leaders and contributors.

● Providing educational, collaborative, or social endeavors which enable communities to create, learn, and teach each other.

● Be flexible.

● Be excellent to each other.

● A Clean dojo is a great dojo.

● Offer to help before seeking help.

● Introduce yourself to three people if it is your first day here.

● Check out other events if this is your first time here.

● Spread the word about Hacker Dojo on social platforms.

Social networks. Twitter: @HackerDojo, Facebook: @hackerdojo, Instagram @hackerdojo, Google Maps, Yelp.

***
RESPECT PERSONAL BOUNDARIES
Behaviors not welcome at Hacker Dojo, including but not limited to:

HARASSMENT & INTRUSION
● STARING OR LEERING: Observing someone that is perceived in a manner to be sexually intrusive, intimidating, or causing discomfort.

● MARGINALIZING GESTURES: Making sexual gestures or using other body language that is inappropriate in any setting.

● UNSOLICITED ADVANCES: Repeatedly asking someone out or for personal contact information.

UNETHICAL INTERACTIONS
● PROVOCATIVE ACTIONS: Deliberately inciting discomfort or unnecessary confrontations.

● MONOPOLIZING INTERACTIONS: Disrupting and dominating interactions, inhibiting others' contributions.

● COERCIVE CONDUCT: Forcing unjustified demands or imposing opinions on others.

● RELENTLESS PRESSURE: Constantly attempting to persuade or offer unsolicited advice.

● VERBAL INTIMIDATION: Employing threatening language to instill discomfort.

● PHYSICAL INTIMIDATION: Using threatening body language or an aggressive stance to instill fear or discomfort.

INAPPROPRIATE COMMUNICATIONS
● INAPPROPRIATE COMMENTS: Making sexual or non-sexual comments, jokes, or innuendos about someone's appearance, attire, or otherwise directly to, or in any other setting.

● DISRESPECTFUL STATEMENTS: Engaging in belittling remarks or disparaging humor of others.

● DISPROPORTIONATE CRITICISM: Subjecting a person to excessive criticism or scrutiny.

● IGNORING CONTRIBUTIONS: Purposely overlooking, undervaluing, or taking credit for the ideas or contributions of others.

● INVASIVE PERSONAL INTERACTIONS: Probing forcefully into someone's personal life, history, or private matters.

● DIGITAL MISCONDUCT: Sending, showing, or endorsing derogatory, offensive, or sexual messages, emails, images, videos, or symbols.

DISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT
● NON-VERBAL MARGINALIZATION: Using body language, gestures, or facial expressions that show disrespect or disdain.

● SPREADING RUMORS OR GOSSIP: Circulating harmful or false information about anyone or group of people.

● STEREOTYPING & ASSUMPTIONS: Making assumptions or generalizations about any person or group of people based on intrinsic or acquired attributes.

● BIASED TREATMENT & ISOLATION: Unfairly treating and excluding anyone from discussions, events, or group activities based on intrinsic or acquired attributes.

● DENYING OPPORTUNITIES: Restricting access to resources or opportunities to some people based on intrinsic or acquired characteristics, rather than rules or policies.

***
TYPE OF GROUPS: Hacker Dojo considers discriminatory treatment of the following groupings against our ethos.

Identity-Based Discrimination:
● Race or ethnicity
● Nationality or immigration status
● Indigenous or tribal affiliation
● Social classes (such as caste)

Gender and Sexual Identity Discrimination:
● Gender or gender identity
● Sexual orientation
● Pregnancy or parental status
● Gender expression

Age-Based Discrimination:
● Age

Ability and Health Discrimination:
● Disability status
● Neurodiversity
● Learning differences
● Health status (chronic illnesses, rare diseases, HIV, mental health)
● Physical appearance (body size/weight, features)
● Genetic information

Socioeconomic and Status Discrimination:
● Socioeconomic status
● Housing status (including homelessness)
● Occupation or employment status
● Educational background
● Veterans or military status
● Incarceration history
● Survivor status (e.g., domestic abuse, sexual assault survivors)
● Caregivers

Belief System Discrimination:
● Religion or belief system
● Political affiliation
● Philosophical convictions

Lifestyle and Cultural Discrimination:
● Marital, family make-up, relationship status
● Dietary restrictions or preferences (e.g., veganism)
● Mode of transportation (e.g., cyclists)
● Dress code or personal style (e.g., tattoos, piercings)
● Communication style (e.g., direct vs. indirect communicators)
● Types of intelligence (e.g., emotional intelligence, musical talent)
● Language proficiency

Technology and Access Discrimination:
● Digital literacy
● Access to technology

Health and Dependency Discrimination:
● Living with addictions or substance dependencies
● Specific medical conditions

We are a community, if you experience or witness any of the behaviors, please talk to the person 1:1 in a kind manner about the crossed boundary. If this is not possible or unsafe, please email culture@hackerdojo.com or follow posted methods of communicating issues with staff.

ZERO TOLERANCE FOR RETALIATION
Speaking up takes courage. - Do not react negatively or retaliate against those who inform you of their concerns or report it to staff. Instead, seek to understand and work towards a resolution.

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Board of Directors Discretion. The Board of Directors has a discretionary review for all policies and may change policies at will. For example, the board of directors may override rules incompatible with state laws, our lease, or incompatible with Hacker Dojo’s vision.

Policy submitted by the Secretary of The Board of Directors,

By signing below, you agree to abide by the policies of Hacker Dojo shown above and acknowledge, Hacker Dojo has the right to refuse service.

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2024-04-19T01:09:56Z

Secretary: "Current" Policy as of April 17 2024 enacted sometime ago at previous location.

POLICY AS OF 2024-04-17

Hacker Dojo Policy

● Be excellent to each other.

FACILITIES

● Guest/Business hours. 10 AM - 9 PM 7 days a week.

● Sign-in. All members and guests must sign in when they arrive at the Dojo each day. Those that do not sign in or do not accept our policies may not stay.

● 100% Communal. You may not store personal belongings. All space is communal space: first-come-first-serve. Any equipment left at the Dojo is done at your own risk and may be used by others. Donated or loaned items may be damaged or removed, and the Dojo is not liable.

● Help secure the Dojo. Please help keep the Dojo secure outside of business hours by making sure you keep the doors closed. No propping doors open and no tailgating.

● Sleeping. No sleeping is allowed at Hacker Dojo unless it is done in conjunction with an approved event.

● Keep the place nice. Please clean up any mess you make. We have cleaning supplies in the kitchen cupboards below the countertops.

● Animals. Pets that are not friendly or potty trained are not permitted indoors at Hacker Dojo. Service animals as required by ADA or other applicable laws are allowed. All other animals and nonhuman species must be kept outdoors. Hacker Dojo will not be held responsible for any incidents involving pets.

● Clothes and shoes must be worn at all times in the facility.

● Breaking Things. If you break parts of the Dojo, you are financially responsible for replacing them. If you notice anything broken, please report to the executive director.

● Hold Harmless. Visitors, members, and other participants at Hacker Dojo hereby release, discharge, and agree to hold harmless the Hacker Dojo and its directors, members, and volunteers from and against any liability as a result of any harm, damage, the loss suffered to said visitors, their work, equipment used, personal property or personal injury suffered during the participation or attendance at Hacker Dojo.

● Dangerous and otherwise awesome science. No science requiring a fume hood, pathogen-related research, or science where food is stored for eating. Please always be considerate of the safety of other people at the Dojo.

● Parking. With limited parking available, the Dojo is not a campground nor a car storage facility. No vehicle may remain in the Dojo parking lot for more than 48 hours or it is liable to be towed. No sleeping in vehicles is allowed.

● Access points / Wifi hotspots. To avoid disturbing the Hacker Dojo wifi network, operating routers, personal access points, or creating wifi hotspots is not permitted without prior approval from staff.

● By attending our organization's events or co-working at Hacker Dojo or it's premise, individuals implicitly agree to allow the organization to use event photos for promotional purposes. These photos may be used in marketing materials, social media, website content, and other promotional channels to highlight the success and impact of our events and space. We will ensure the use of these photos aligns with our organization's values and respects the privacy rights of individuals involved.

MEMBERSHIP

● Digital Keys. Members get a digital key to the Dojo immediately after becoming a member.

● Accounts. Accounts are associated with an individual person. Sharing of membership/login is not allowed.

● Refunds. There are no refunds or prorated credit for unused time during a billing cycle. It is the responsibility of the member to pause their membership before their renewal date.

VISITORS/DROP-INS

● Guests. Guests are either non-members or event attendees. Guests are welcome at Hacker Dojo and are encouraged to donate.

● Drop-in Privileges. Guests do not get accounts, a right to attend events for free, access to the members’ wifi, or voting rights.

● Children. It is okay to bring children to the Dojo, just as you would any other guest, so long as you assume full responsibility for them and ensure they don’t detract from members’ experience of the Dojo.

● Not a Public Facility. Non-members are guests of the Dojo and can be asked to leave at any time without a needed reason.

● Non-members are only allowed in the Dojo between the hours of 10 AM – 9 PM unless accompanied by a member or are attending an event.

● If you are working out of the Dojo for more than 2 days, you are encouraged to signup for a membership.

EVENTS, HACKER DOJO VISION AND MISSION

Hacker Dojo is a non-profit community center, co-working space, and hackerspace based in Mountain View, California. One of the primary uses of Hacker Dojo is hosting Events. Part of Hacker Dojo’s mission consists of:

● Providing the tech community and other communities in Silicon Valley an affordable place to learn, collaborate and innovate so that anyone from any circumstance and background with an idea can build their dream.

● Spreading entrepreneurial vision.

● Nurturing disruption and innovation.

● Being a gathering space for technology leaders and contributors.

● Providing educational, collaborative, or social endeavors which enable communities to create, learn, and teach each other.

Rules – Recommendations:

● Be flexible.

● Be excellent to each other.

● A Clean dojo is a great dojo.

● Offer to help before seeking help.

● Introduce yourself to three people if it is your first day here.

● Check out other events if this is your first time here.

● Spread the word about Hacker Dojo on social media.

Please don’t forget to mention Hacker Dojo when you are sharing, talking about your event on Social networks. Twitter: @HackerDojo, Facebook: @hackerdojo, Instagram @hackerdojo.

SIGN-IN

All event attendees are required to sign in at the front desk for liability reasons.

• Board of Directors Discretion. The Board of Directors has a discretionary review for all policies and may change policies at will. For example, the board of directors may override rules incompatible with state laws, our lease, or incompatible with Hacker Dojo’s vision.

Policy submitted by the Secretary of The Board of Directors,

By signing below, you agree to abide by the policies of Hacker Dojo shown above and acknowledge, Hacker Dojo has the right to refuse service.