AAP Meeting Code of Conduct

AAP is committed to inclusion, equity, and respectful treatment of all meeting participants and seeks to provide a safe and professional atmosphere in which attendees may learn, network, and participate in a welcoming environment of mutual respect. All participants, including, but not limited to, attendees and their registered family/guests, speakers, volunteers, exhibitors, AAP staff, service providers, and all others are expected to abide by this Code of Conduct. This applies to all AAP meetings and events, including those sponsored by organizations other than AAP but held in conjunction with AAP events, on virtual, in-person, public or private platforms. Conduct that is prohibited includes:

• Harassment or intimidation of any kind including those based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical appearance, disability, veteran/military status, marital/partner status, parental status or other group status.
• Sexual harassment or intimidation, including unwelcome sexual attention, stalking (physical or virtual), or unsolicited physical contact.
• Physical violence, yelling or other threatening behavior.
• Disruption of presentations during sessions, in the exhibit hall, or at other events.
• The possession or use of any weapons, including firearms, knives, or other dangerous items, is strictly prohibited at all meeting venues and during any event-related activities.
• Use or possession of illegal drugs and/or severe intoxication.
• Photography, video recording, and/or screenshots without written permission from the AAP and appropriate notification to participants.

Participants must immediately comply if asked to cease hostile or harassing behavior. AAP reserves the right to take any necessary and appropriate action in response to unacceptable conduct, including immediate removal from the meeting without warning or refund and potential prohibition from future meetings. Attendees who register family/guests are responsible for their conduct. Any violations by registered family/guests may result in their removal and, if warranted, the removal of the attendee without a refund.

The following policies are also disclosed to all participants and further elaborate more specific guidelines in place by the American Academy of Pediatrics: