Code of Conduct

Our Commitment

The ACUCyS Christmas CTF 2025 is committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and harassment-free experience for all participants, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), or technology choices.

Expected Behaviour

All participants are expected to:

• Be respectful and considerate of others
• Be inclusive and welcoming to newcomers
• Be collaborative and help others learn
• Be patient with different skill levels
• Be constructive in feedback and discussions
• Be professional in all interactions

Unacceptable Behaviour

The following behaviours are not tolerated:

Harassment and Discrimination

• Offensive comments related to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, mental illness, neuro(a)typicality, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion, or technology choices
• Unwelcome sexual attention or advances
• Threats of violence or incitement of violence
• Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following
• Harassment of any kind, whether in public or private

Inappropriate Content

• Sexual or violent imagery or language
• Spam, trolling, or disruptive behaviour
• Sharing of inappropriate or offensive content
• Impersonation of others

Academic Integrity

• Cheating or sharing solutions during the competition
• Using automated tools to solve challenges unfairly
• Attempting to disrupt the competition platform
• Sharing flags or solutions with other teams

Competition Rules

Fair Play

• Work individually or within your registered team only
• Do not share solutions or flags with other participants
• Do not use automated tools to solve challenges
• Do not attempt to disrupt the competition platform

Collaboration Guidelines

• Help others learn without giving away solutions
• Share general knowledge and techniques
• Point others to learning resources
• Encourage and support fellow participants

Reporting Incidents

If you experience or witness harassment, discrimination, or any other violation of this Code of Conduct, please report it immediately:

Consequences

Participants who violate this Code of Conduct may face consequences including:

• Warning: First-time minor violations
• Temporary removal: From Discord or competition
• Permanent ban: From current and future events
• Disqualification: From the competition

Appeals Process

If you disagree with a decision made by the organisers:

1. Submit a written appeal to conduct@acucys.org
2. Include all relevant information and evidence
3. Appeals will be reviewed by a neutral committee
4. Decisions will be communicated within 48 hours

Enforcement

This Code of Conduct will be enforced by:

• Event organisers and volunteers
• Discord moderators
• ACUCyS committee members

Support Resources

Contact Information

For questions about this Code of Conduct:

• Email: conduct@acucys.org
• Discord: ACUCyS Discord Server
• Website: Contact Page