Code of Conduct

We expect from you:

No sexism, racism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, classism, ageism, anti-sex work ideologies, or body shaming at festival events.
Assault and/or harassment of any kind are not welcome. Burlesque is not an invitation.
Respect the festival environment and processes (bring your best to the stage, be on time, be prepared).
Be open to, reachable, and available for communication and feedback.
Be kind - to yourself and your fellow performers/staff. We are all in this together!
Have fun! Make friends and enjoy what the burlesque community has to offer.

You can expect from us:

To listen to concerns and address them to the best of our ability with fair, action-based solutions.
To strive to create a safe, welcoming, non-discriminatory environment for VIBF events.
To keep the community up to date and informed on relevant and/or urgent association news
To be open to, reachable, and available for communication and feedback.
To make improvements as we learn.
Community engagement and accountability.

Don't forget to visit our event page to see what is in store for 2020!