LGBTQ+ Equality, Inclusion and Anti-Discrimination Policy
Policy Owner: XLineGamers Management / Committee
Applies To: All XLineGamers members, staff, volunteers, event attendees,
visitors, contractors and online community members
Effective Date: 05/10/2026
Review Date: 05/10/2026
Version: 1.0
1. Purpose
XlineGamers is committed to providing a safe, welcoming and
inclusive environment for everyone who takes part in our gaming community and
events.
We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, bullying or
victimisation based on a person's sexual orientation, gender identity or gender
expression.
This policy sets out XLineGamers ' commitment to treating
LGBTQ+ people with dignity, respect and fairness.
2. Who This Policy Protects
This policy applies to everyone involved with XlineGamers,
including:
Everyone is expected to follow this policy when
participating in XLineGamers activities, whether online or in person.
3. LGBTQ+ Inclusion
XLineGamers welcomes people regardless of their:
This includes, but is not limited to, people who identify
as:
We recognise that not everyone chooses to use a particular
label and that individuals have the right to describe their identity in the way
that is appropriate for them.
4. Equality and Fair Treatment
All members and attendees should have equal opportunities to
participate in XLineGamers activities. XLineGamers will not unfairly exclude,
disadvantage or treat someone differently because they are LGBTQ+.
This includes participation in:
5. Discrimination
Discrimination against LGBTQ+ people will not be tolerated.
Examples of unacceptable behaviour include:
6. Bullying and Harassment
XLineGamers takes bullying and harassment seriously.
Harassment can occur in person or online and may include:
Behaviour that violates this policy may result in
disciplinary action, including removal from an event, suspension or removal
from the XLineGamers community.
7. Names and Pronouns
Everyone has the right to be addressed respectfully.
XLineGamers encourages members, organisers and attendees to
use the name and pronouns that a person asks them to use.
Accidental mistakes should be handled respectfully. If
someone corrects you, simply acknowledge the correction and continue.
Deliberately and repeatedly refusing to respect someone's
stated name or pronouns may be treated as harassment or discriminatory
behaviour.
8. Privacy and Confidentiality
A person's sexual orientation or gender identity is personal
information.
Members, staff, volunteers and organisers must not
deliberately disclose or "out" another person without their
permission.
This includes sharing someone's LGBTQ+ identity:
Any information provided to XLineGamers regarding a
complaint will be handled sensitively and only shared with people who need the
information to deal with the matter.
9. Online Community and Discord
The same standards apply to XLineGamers ' online communities
as apply at physical events.
Members must not use:
to target, threaten, bully or discriminate against LGBTQ+
people.
Moderators and administrators may remove offensive content
and take appropriate action against accounts or members that breach this
policy.
10. Events and LAN Parties
XLineGamers aims to ensure that all attendees can enjoy our
events safely and without discrimination.
Event organisers and volunteers should respond promptly to
reports of:
Where appropriate, an individual may be asked to leave an
event.
Serious incidents may also be reported to the appropriate
authorities where necessary.
11. Complaints and Reporting
Anyone who experiences or witnesses behaviour that may
breach this policy is encouraged to report it.
Reports can be made to:
XlineGamers Management
Email: admin@xlinegamers.com
Discord: Contact a XLineGamers Administrator or
Moderator
Reports should, where possible, include:
You do not need to confront the person involved before
making a report.
12. Handling Complaints
XLineGamers will aim to:
The response will depend on the seriousness and
circumstances of each incident.
13. Victimisation
No person should be treated badly because they:
Retaliation or victimisation may result in disciplinary
action.
14. False or Malicious Complaints
XLineGamers encourages people to report genuine concerns.
However, deliberately making a false or malicious allegation
against another person may itself be considered misconduct.
A complaint will not be treated as malicious simply because
it cannot be proven.
15. Responsibilities
XLineGamers Management / Committee
Management and committee members are responsible for:
Event Staff and Volunteers
Staff and volunteers should:
Members and Attendees
Everyone attending or participating in XLineGamers
activities is expected to:
16. Breaches of This Policy
Where this policy is breached, XLineGamers may take
appropriate action.
Depending on the circumstances, this may include:
The action taken will depend on the seriousness and
circumstances of the incident.
17. Accessibility and Support
XLineGamers will aim
to make its events and community accessible and welcoming to everyone.
Where reasonably possible, attendees who have concerns about
participating in an event should be able to speak privately with an organiser
or designated member of staff.
18. Commitment
XLineGamers believes that gaming should be enjoyable, social
and welcoming for everyone.
We are committed to creating a community where people can
participate without fear of discrimination, bullying or harassment.
Everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and
respect.
19. Policy Review
This policy will be reviewed regularly to ensure that it
remains appropriate for XLineGamers and its members.
Policy approved by: Squeek
Position: Owner
Date: 05/10/2026
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