• Treat all members, volunteers, and participants with respect, kindness, and courtesy.

• Engage in collaborative and fair gameplay, and support a positive experience for everyone.

• Listen actively and be open to diverse perspectives and ideas.

• Follow the rules and guidelines of the games and events organized by Advance 3 Spaces.

• A3S events are designed to be inclusive. Sensory sensitivities, need for movement, stimming, and different social communication styles are all welcome and expected at our table.

• If you feel overwhelmed, upset, or need a break at any point, you're free to step away from the table without needing to explain yourself or ask permission. A quiet space will be identified at each event for anyone who needs a moment.

• Members and volunteers are asked to respect a person's need for space and not to follow or press someone who has stepped away, unless they've asked for support.

• If you'd like specific accommodations for an event (seating, lighting, noise level, advance info on games being played, etc.), reach out to an organizer ahead of time and we'll do our best to help, though we cannot guarantee accommodations.

• Fidget tools, headphones, and other self-regulation aids are always welcome at the table as long as they do not hamper game play.

• Harassment, bullying, or discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic.

• Disruptive, toxic, or argumentative behavior that negatively impacts others' enjoyment.

• Cheating, sabotaging games, or refusing to cooperate with other players.

• Using aggressive or abusive language, both in person and online.

• Photographing or recording others without consent, unwanted physical contact, retaliation against someone who made a report, or soliciting/recruiting at events.

• Any other conduct an organizer reasonably believes is unsafe or contrary to the purpose of A3S.

• A3S events are open to participants of all ages, but anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who remains on site for the entire event.

• The accompanying adult is responsible for their minor's supervision, wellbeing, and behavior throughout the event. A3S does not provide childcare, supervision, or personal care, and our volunteers cannot take responsibility for a minor at any point.

• The accompanying adult must sign in alongside the minor and remain reachable in the event space. If you need to step out, please arrange for another adult you trust to take over — and let an organizer know who that is.

• We ask that parents and guardians tell an organizer in advance about anything that would help us make the event work for their young person: sensory needs, communication style, what a hard moment tends to look like, and what helps.

• Photographs or recordings of a minor will not be used in A3S materials without their parent or guardian's specific written consent, even if general photography is happening at the event.

• Any member who is supported by a caregiver, aide, or support person is welcome to bring them. Support persons attend at no cost and aren't counted as a separate participant.

• Support persons are asked to read and follow this policy in the same way members do.

• A3S volunteers are not trained care providers. We don't administer medication, provide personal or medical care, or deliver behavioral intervention. Members who need that support during an event should bring someone who can provide it.

• No pets, please, except for service animals.

• If you are developing symptoms of an illness, please refrain from attending events. If you are getting over an illness, please wear a mask.

• Members who witness or experience unacceptable behavior should report it to a staff member, event organizer, or board member.

• The organization will address reports promptly and confidentially, taking appropriate action based on the severity of the behavior.

Violation of this policy may result in:

• A verbal warning.

• Temporary suspension from events or activities.

• Revocation of membership for repeated or severe violations.

• A3S may remove or exclude anyone at any time, at its sole discretion, including immediately and without prior warning, when an organizer judges it necessary.

Members may appeal disciplinary actions by submitting a written request to the Board of Directors within 14 days of the action. The Board will review the appeal and make a final decision.

All members must read and acknowledge this policy as part of their membership application or renewal process.