Group Agreement – Code of Conduct for the Greek Girls Group

New members who are considering attending the Wednesday support meetings (every last Wednesday of every month) are encouraged to read the Code of Conduct for the Greek Girls Group.

The Code of Conduct protects the privacy of all members and encourages a respectful, honest and confidential support meeting.

Last reviewed by the Committee, Greek and Gay Support Network (GGSN), 11/03/2009

Respect another’s opinion and their contribution to the discussion even if you do not agree with it.
NO AGGRESSIVE behaviour towards any persons in the meeting.
No SEXUAL behaviour towards any member of the group, especially if the actions are unwanted and deemed totally inappropriate.
The views of the individual are not necessary the views of the group.
DON’T INTERROGATE new members; DON’T BOMBARD people with questions.
NO SOLICITING of phone numbers or personal details in group meetings, people caught doing so will be dealt with appropriately.
Members will not partake or offer to take members home after meeting, if a member has no means of transport again committee members will help out and find the best way.
Confidentiality and Discretion – keep what is discussed in the group within the group. Respect members’ privacy! NO outside gossip!!!!
Don’t out me!
BE RESPECTFUL of people’s level of active participation.
Challenge the issue and NOT the person.
WELCOME people’s contributions to the Group.
Be punctual, and if not, THEN DON’T INTERRUPT the whole meeting when you get here.
BE MINDFUL of language skills in the Group.
BE RESPECTFUL of personal Hellenic Cultural Backgrounds.
RELAX, ENJOY AND HAVE FUN!!!

This Code of Conduct will be reviewed annually by the Committee.