A reminder that the last call for comments on the IRTF code of conduct
ends this Friday, 13th September 2024. If you have any final comments or
feedback on the proposed code of conduct, please send them to the IRSG
([email protected]) with a copy to the [email protected] mailing list.
Colin Perkins
IRTF Chair
On 28 Aug 2024, at 11:47, Colin Perkins wrote:
The IRSG is proposing that the IRTF adopt the code of conduct
described in
[draft-perkins-irtf-code-of-conduct](https://datatracker.ietf.org/doc/draft-perkins-irtf-code-of-conduct/).
If adopted, this code of conduct will apply to participation in all
IRTF research groups, the IRTF open meeting, IRTF workshops such as
the ANRW, mailing list discussions, and other IRTF activities.
The code of conduct provides guidelines for conduct in meetings and on
mailing lists, use of language and imagery, academic integrity,
research ethics, and accessibility.
The IRSG is proposing the IRTF adopt this code of conduct, distinct
from that of the IETF ([RFC
7154](https://datatracker.ietf.org/doc/rfc7154/)), because the IETF
code of conduct is focussed on appropriate conduct for the development
of standards, while the IRTF needs guidelines for the conduct of
research. The differences between the two documents reflect the
different roles of IRTF and IETF. Policies that are shared between the
two organisations, such as those relating to anti-harassment and
inclusive language, and the role of the Ombudsteam, are included by
reference.
This proposal has been under discussion by the IRSG since October
2023. Community feedback has been sought via the IRTF announcement
mailing list, in the IRTF open meetings at IETF 118, 119, and 120, and
in the plenary of the recent IETF 120 meeting in Vancouver. A number
of research groups have also previously circulated calls for feedback.
If you have any final comments or feedback on this [proposed IRTF code
of
conduct](https://datatracker.ietf.org/doc/draft-perkins-irtf-code-of-conduct/),
please send them to the IRSG ([email protected]) with a copy to the
[email protected] mailing list. The deadline for comments is
Friday, September 13, 2024.
Colin Perkins
IRTF Chair
