The Ourense Film Festival (OUFF) and its organising team are committed to ensuring a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for all people involved in the festival, whether they are workers, participants or guests. We believe in the importance of promoting a space free of any form of discrimination, harassment or conduct that violates the dignity and rights of others.
As part of our core values, OUFF does not tolerate any discrimination based on age, sex, race, colour, belief, language, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, geographic origin, physical and/or intellectual disability, social, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, marital or any other personal status. We are committed to ensuring that all people are treated with respect, equality and dignity in all activities related to the festival.
In addition, we strongly condemn any form of harassment, whether it is work-related, sexual or of any other nature. We promote a culture of respect and trust where everyone feels safe to express themselves without fear of reprisals or situations that compromise their wellbeing.
OUFF adheres to principles of fairness, diversity and inclusion, and expects all individuals and entities involved in the festival to act in line with these values. Any behaviour that violates these principles will be considered serious misconduct and will result in appropriate action.
We reaffirm our commitment to continue working to build a festival that serves as a space for coexistence and mutual respect.
Main objective
The main purpose of this code is to guarantee a safe, respectful and accessible environment in all the activities organised by the OUFF, both those open to the public and those that are exclusively organised by the organisation. The principles of respect, equality, diversity, inclusion and transversality are the fundamental pillars that guide all actions and relationships within the festival.
The code applies to all persons involved in the festival, whether as employees, organisers, collaborators, participants or guests. In addition, its scope extends to any individual or entity that participates in activities or provides services related to the festival.
Thus, it is essential for the proper functioning of OUFF to comply with these principles, promoting an environment in which all people can carry out their activities in a safe manner, without discrimination or exclusion of any kind.
Safe environment
Any incident involving harassment, discrimination or any other inappropriate behaviour will be treated with the utmost seriousness, ensuring that its gravity is never underestimated. Any allegations will be investigated diligently and in accordance with the established protocols governing the festival. These protocols shall be made mandatory for all persons participating, directly or indirectly, in the event, ensuring that everyone understands the importance of following the relevant regulations and procedures.
Accessible environment
The OUFF and its organising body are firmly committed to creating an inclusive and accessible space for all people, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, origin, physical, sensory or cognitive condition.
With the aim of guaranteeing equal and barrier-free participation, the festival will implement specific accessibility measures in all its areas. These actions will be aimed at facilitating the full participation of all people, promoting an environment where equality, respect and diversity are the values that govern all the activities and spaces of the event.
This commitment reflects the desire to create an environment that is not only accessible but also welcoming to all people, without distinction, allowing everyone to enjoy and contribute to the festival without hindrance.
Transparency
The OUFF and the entity organising it are committed to providing clear, accessible and up-to-date information on the issues of sexual, workplace and/or discriminatory harassment, as well as on the established protocols for prevention, action and reporting.
This information will be made available to all those involved in the summer, whether as workers, organisers, partners, participants or guests. The aim is to ensure that everyone has access to the resources they need to act in an informed manner, ensuring a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for all.
In addition, the OUFF will carry out awareness-raising and training actions aimed at preventing any kind of violence, harassment or discrimination. These initiatives will seek to foster a culture of respect, equality and diversity in all the activities and spaces of the event, promoting the well-being of all participants.
Commitment and cooperation
OUFF reaffirms its firm commitment to creating an event where everyone can enjoy, participate and express themselves freely, in a safe, accessible environment, completely free from any form of violence or discrimination. This commitment is extended to all activities, ensuring that every individual, regardless of their status, can feel part of an inclusive and respectful experience.
The festival also promotes cooperation as an essential tool to maximise the impact of its actions. Through collaboration between all participants, as well as organising and collaborating entities, the OUFF seeks to generate structural changes that go beyond the event, contributing to the construction of a fairer, more equitable and inclusive society.
The festival’s commitment to cooperation not only seeks to improve its own performance, but also to inspire positive and sustainable change in the community, leaving a lasting impression on the culture and the people involved.
