The below contents have been updated on 2020-09-29

Note: The below policies were written to apply to our physical, in-person events. In the case of an online event, anything below that could still apply does.

Ponyville Ciderfest is dedicated to providing a harassment-free convention experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, or religion.

We do not tolerate harassment of convention participants in any form. Unless a panel or event is both after 8 pm and is also specified as being either 18+ or 21+, sexual language or imagery is not allowed. Convention participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund at the discretion of the convention organizers.

Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

– Verbal comments that reinforce social structures of domination related to gender, gender identity, and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, or religion.

• – Sexual images in public spaces

• – Deliberate intimidation, stalking or following

• – Harassing photography or recording

• – Sustained disruption of talks or other events

• – Inappropriate physical contact

• – Unwelcome sexual attention

• – Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behavior

Enforcement

Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior by anyone – not just con staff – are expected to comply immediately.

Exhibitors in the daytime vendor hall or similar activities are also subject to the anti-harassment policy. In particular, exhibitors should not display sexualized images, activities, or other material. Booth staff (including volunteers) should not use sexualized clothing/uniforms/costumes or otherwise create a sexualized environment.

If a participant engages in harassing behavior, Ponyville Ciderfest retains the right to take any actions to keep the event a welcoming environment for all participants, up to expulsion from the convention with no refund.

Ponyville Ciderfest may take action to address anything designed to, or with the clear impact of, disrupting the convention or making the environment hostile for any participants. We expect all attendees to follow these rules at all event venues and event-related social activities. We think people should follow these rules outside convention activities too!

Reporting

Harassment and other Code of Conduct violations reduce the value of our event for everyone. We want you to be happy and comfortable at our event.

If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report it as soon as possible. Ponyville Ciderfest staff can be identified by their staff t-shirts, special badges, and/or headsets.

You can make a report either personally or anonymously.

Anonymous Report

You can make an anonymous report here.

We can’t follow up on an anonymous report with you directly, but we will fully investigate it and take whatever action is necessary to prevent a recurrence.

Personal Report

You can make a personal report by:

• – Calling or messaging this phone number: 331-442-4335. This phone number will be continuously monitored for the duration of the event.

• – Contacting a staff member, identified by STAFF badges and/or shirts.

When taking a personal report, our staff will make sure you are safe and cannot be overheard. They may involve other event staff to make sure your report is managed properly. Once safe, we’ll ask you to tell us about what happened. This can be upsetting, but we’ll handle it as respectfully as possible, and you can bring someone to support you. You won’t be asked to confront anyone and we won’t tell anyone who you are.

Our team will be happy to help you contact hotel/venue security, local law enforcement, local support services, provide escorts, or otherwise help you to feel safe for the duration of the event. We value your attendance.

Contact Info and Helpful Links

General: contact@ponyvilleciderfest.com
Hyatt Regency Milwaukee: 414-276-1234
Milwaukee P.D., Non-Emergency: 414-933-4444