Kicking Out Transphobia (KOT) is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all participants at our events. To uphold these values, we establish the following Community Agreement, which each participant must agree to before engaging in any activities. 

Anti-Oppression Commitment: Every KOT event is an anti-oppression space. The following forms of prejudice, bias, and oppressive behavior will not be tolerated: transphobia, homophobia, racism, xenophobia, sexism, ableism, ageism, fatphobia, antisemitism, islamophobia, or any other form of discrimination. Acts of aggression, hate speech, or harassment will lead to immediate removal from the event.

Respect and Sportsmanship:  Treat all players, referees, volunteers, and spectators and people in the event with respect. Recognize that everyone’s experience, journey, and level of play is different. Encourage, don’t demean, and practice good sportsmanship both on and off the field.

Pronoun Awareness:  We encourage players and participants to display their pronouns on name tags or jerseys, and to use correct pronouns when referring to others. If you make a mistake, correct yourself and move on without drawing unnecessary attention. If someone’s pronouns aren’t known, use the name they provide.

Allyship and Participation:  Allies are welcome to play and participate but must remain mindful of centering the voices and experiences of trans, nonbinary, and gender-expansive individuals. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. Reflect on your biases and privileges before engaging and be aware of the space you take up when contributing.

Curiosity and Respect for Differences: Every KOT event celebrates diverse identities and experiences. Approach differences in gender, background, and ability with curiosity and respect. If something makes you uncomfortable, take a moment to reflect on why. If you believe something harmful has occurred, share your concerns with tournament staff.

Privacy and Consent Recording, photographing, or sharing player and attendee information without consent is strictly prohibited. Respect everyone’s privacy, and do not take photos or videos unless you have explicit permission from those involved. Failure to adhere to this guideline will result in removal from the event.

Sportsmanship in Communication:  We encourage positive and constructive communication throughout the tournament, both on the field and in team spaces. The chat feature (if applicable) in any digital platforms associated with the event is not a place for advertisements or unsolicited information. If you’d like to share information relevant to the tournament or its participants, please contact the event organizers for approval. We encourage positive and constructive communication throughout the tthe event both on and off the field. Let’s keep our team spaces respectful and uplifting. 

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 Zero Tolerance Policy

KOT maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards the following prejudices, biases, and oppressive behaviors, which will not be tolerated at any event or activity:

• Transphobia

• Homophobia

• Bullying

• Racism

• Xenophobia

• Sexism

• Ableism

• Ageism

• Fatphobia

• Islamophobia

 

Discrimination and Harassment

KOT strictly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on, but not limited to, the following:

• Race

• Color

• Age

• Gender

• National origin no

• Disability

• Religion

• Sexual orientation

• Gender identity

• Gender presentation and expression

• Political affiliation

• Any other ground prohibited by applicable law

 

Responsibility of Participants

All participants are expected to:

a. Respect the identities, experiences, and perspectives of others.

b. Foster an atmosphere of kindness, understanding, and inclusivity.

c. Actively speak up against oppressive behaviors and support individuals who may be affected.

 

Reporting and Accountability

a. Participants who experience or witness any form of discrimination or harassment are encouraged to report it to event organizers immediately.

b. All reports will be taken seriously and investigated in a timely and confidential manner.

c. Individuals found in violation of this Community Agreement may face appropriate disciplinary actions, which may include, but are not limited to, removal from the event and/or a ban from future KOT activities.

 

Ongoing Commitment

KOT is dedicated to the ongoing education of our community on issues of inclusivity, diversity, and the harmful effects of oppressive behaviors. We commit to providing resources and training to promote understanding, allyship, and the creation of safe spaces.

By participating in KOT events, all attendees agree to abide by this Community Agreement and collaborate in fostering a respectful and safe