1. Introduction

Zanchangemakers Organization is committed to creating a safe, respectful, inclusive, and professional environment for all volunteers. As a volunteer, you represent the values and mission of Zanchangemakers and are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct throughout your engagement.

By joining any Zanchangemakers program, event, training, outreach activity, internship, or volunteer initiative, you agree to comply with this Code of Conduct.

2. Scope

This Code of Conduct applies to all Zanchangemakers volunteers participating in physical or virtual activities, including but not limited to:

• Trainings and Bootcamps
• Community Outreach Programs
• Meetings and Workshops
• Volunteer Missions
• Internships
• Conferences and Events
• Online Platforms and Social Media
• Any activity organized or represented by Zanchangemakers

3. Applicable Laws

4. Volunteer Responsibilities

Every volunteer shall:

1. Act honestly, professionally, and with integrity at all times.
2. Treat all people with dignity, respect, and courtesy regardless of age, gender, disability, nationality, religion, ethnicity, or background.
3. Follow instructions, policies, and official schedules provided by Zanchangemakers.
4. Promote teamwork, inclusion, and positive leadership.
5. Maintain confidentiality of any sensitive organizational or personal information.
6. Respect organizational property, facilities, and community resources.
7. Use social media responsibly and avoid any communication that may damage the reputation of Zanchangemakers or its partners.
8. Protect children and vulnerable persons by promoting a safe environment free from abuse, exploitation, harassment, or discrimination.
9. Immediately report misconduct, safeguarding concerns, accidents, or any violation of this Code to the appropriate program leadership.

5. Prohibited Conduct

Volunteers shall not:

1. Engage in harassment, bullying, intimidation, discrimination, or hate speech.
2. Commit any form of sexual harassment, exploitation, or abuse.
3. Use violence, abusive language, or threatening behavior.
4. Consume or possess illegal drugs or attend official activities while under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances.
5. Misuse organizational funds, equipment, documents, or property.
6. Share confidential information without authorization.
7. Represent Zanchangemakers without official approval.

6. Non-Compliance

Failure to comply with this Code may result in one or more of the following:

1. Verbal or written warning
2. Suspension from activities
3. Removal from the volunteer program
4. Withdrawal of certificates or other program benefits
5. Disqualification from future Zanchangemakers opportunities
6. Referral to the relevant authorities where required by law