THE ARTS SOCIETY AREA HANDBOOK 2022/2023
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR AREA SUPPORT TEAM MEMBERS Areas form part of the overall support structure of the Arts Society. It follows that all members of Area Support Teams are responsible for supporting the delivery of the charitable objects and promoting the vision of the organisation. A commitment to inclusivity is a fundamental tenet of The Arts Society and this Code of Conduct seeks to help our volunteers understand that aspect of our vision and the important part they play in achieving it.
OUR VISION The belief that the arts have the potential to enrich peoples’ lives is at the heart of everything we do. We want to be the most inclusive and influential Arts Society.
OUR ETHOS Our vision cannot be achieved unless we commit ourselves fully to diversity within our organisation. We believe that everyone involved in the Arts Society must feel they belong within The Arts Society and that we all share responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment. We believe that inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values and that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, ability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation. Such rich diversity makes us stronger - more welcoming, more innovative, and more creative, and helps us better serve our communities.
THE CODE This code applies to anyone who volunteers for The Arts Society at Area level, either as a Member of the Area Support Teams or in association with the Area Support Teams.
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