Scottish Fair Trade is committed to holding inclusive spaces for conversations in a supportive and protected environment for all of those sharing their experiences and expertise. We emphasize the importance of respect in ALL conversations, ensuring that every individual feels valued and heard, regardless of the topics discussed. The following ways of being help our conversations remain safe and productive, and we ask all attendees and participants to honour them.
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Safe Spaces Policy
- We will actively listen and position ourselves towards learning.
- We will not assume what others are thinking or feeling.
- We will take responsibility for our own learning.
- We will be conscious of the voices that are often under-represented and silenced and monitor our input.
- We will take proactive action to ensure that no harm comes to fellow participants and will challenge damaging hierarchies actively.
- We acknowledge the difference between intent and impact, and will both assume the
- best intentions of others, as well as take responsibility for the impact of our words.
- We aim to be kind, empathetic, inclusive, responsible and willing to listen.
- We accept discomfort and know that challenging conversations are a crucial part of growth and understanding.
- We aim to use inclusive, non-violent and trauma informed language.
If you have any questions about this policy or experience anything that causes concern during the conference, contact Louise Davies on louise@scottishfairtrade.org +44(0)7875 005931
This policy is informed by Scotland’s International Development Alliance Safe Spaces Policy.