Be Excellent to Each Other.


If you need clarification on that, here are some helpful tips;

 

Take "no" gracefully.

You’re an awesome, unique, wonderful human being. Somewhere out there, people value you exactly for who you are. If somebody tells you no, whether for a dance, a touch, or a conversation, they’re doing you a favor in helping you find your people. Thank them and move on. Life is too short to spend energy on people who aren’t excited to have you around.

Please use a combination of words and body language to determine consent with others, and err on the side of restraint. Don't take action and "hope for the best".

Everyone is uniquely awesome. Help them feel welcome.

You will run across people who look different, think differently, or dance differently than you. That’s awesome. Notice how you’re different, and see if you can learn something from them.

Let's all be friends here. 

We love people who love micro, which means we love you!  You are welcomed to this event as a beloved friend, and we expect you to treat our other beloved friends equally well.

"Fuck YES" or "NO"

 

We encourage you to try new things and dance with new people at BAmF!  

We think that dances and conversations are more fun with people who are excited to share them with us.  If somebody offers you something you don’t excitedly say “fuck yes!” to, say “no,” so they can find someone who *is* excited about it!

Dance Etiquette

 

  • When you ask people to dance, actually ask. Use words and allow them a chance to say “no.”

  • Don’t give people advice unless they ask for it.

  • Be cautious with lifts, dips, and forceful moves.

  • Be aware of other people nearby.

  • Ask if you’re unsure.

  • If someone is hurting you, please say something!

Greivance Policy

 

If you feel uncomfortable for any reason or have thoughts/concerns/feedback, find an organizer.

We take your concerns seriously, and we will act on them. All complaints are recorded and archived. When presented with an issue, BAmF organizer crew will do one of two things;

  • Talk to the person about their behavior, make it clear what’s unacceptable, and suggest changes.

  • Eject the person from part or all of BAmF.

Photos and Video

Expect that you might be in the background of someone’s photo.

  • If you see a photo that you are in, and you would like it taken down, please reach out to the photo poster directly. If you would like a BAmF organizer to make this request for you, just reach out to us!

  • If someone asks you to take down a photo they are in, do it

BAmF/Athletic Playground Waiver Text

Any questions, incidents, or concerns about the BAmF Code of Conduct can be brought to organizers or volunteers.

Organizers and key volunteers will be wearing fairy lights for easy identification.

Dear Micro Community,

We want to be very clear: Black Lives Matter. As an organization and a community, BAmF stands in solidarity with those advocating for Black lives. We have zero tolerance for racist behavior in our spaces, and zero tolerance for bigotry or prejudice against any marginalized group. We will support anyone who calls out or refuses to accommodate racist or otherwise harassing behavior.

We also believe that solidarity without action is a hollow gesture. We've been taking time to work on a set of policy changes to improve representation of BIPOC and other marginalized groups in our staffing, music, and community. We're excited to make more announcements as we roll these out, and excited for the new people, ideas, and music these will bring to the table. If you'd like to be involved in that process, please contact us and we'd be happy to have your input.

~BAmF Team