JUMP! Connected Code of Conduct Pledge – Adult Participant

This statement is being offered in additional to the protocols that are set out in the JUM P! Child Protection Policy and should be read in conjunction with this policy.

JUMP! Connected is the online learning and facilitation platform developed by the innovative team at JUMP! Programs include digital conferences, leadership weeks and social innovation labs.

JUMP! expects all participants to read and agree to adhere to the following guidelines:

Video Call Guidelines:

Select a neutral space away from distractions for online learning--preferably at a desk or table that is a comfortable workspace with easy access to materials, laptops, internet, etc. Avoid personal spaces such as bedrooms when possible and ensure that items of a personal nature are not in the camera’s view (i.e. beds, bathrooms, etc.)

● Participants should ensure that they maintain a professional appearance in all video connections.

● Digital citizenship should reflect the behavior expectations of the partner organization. Maintain respectful, attentive behavior and engage in positive interactions with everyone in the session.

Ensure others in the household are aware that there will be a live video recording occurring at the given time.
Adult participants should not interact with or share contact details with minors from partner schools either one-to-one or on social media platforms, either before or after events or programs.
One-to-one sessions should be avoided as private meetings are not required as part of the JUMP! Connected facilitation process.
All communication should go through official JUMP! channels and communication platforms.
Ensure that privacy settings do not allow other participants to view any inappropriate personal posts which would blur the line between professional and personal information, including content viewable when sharing screens.
Refrain from using unnecessary technology during your online learning (e.g. mobile phone)
Contact JUMP! prior to the online learning session if you are having technical difficulties.

● Concerns about inappropriate language and behavior or disclosure of sensitive or inappropriate information online should be addressed immediately and reported to the relevant divisional administration of both JUMP! and the partner school.

● Concerns about the sharing of inappropriate or abusive images, disclosure/witness of abuse or neglect, or concerns about student safety or wellbeing should be immediately reported in accordance with the JUMP! Child Protection Policy.

Social Media Guidelines:

Remember that your social networking site is an extension of your professional life. The same duties and standards of conduct that apply to individuals offline also apply in the social media space
Individuals are personally responsible for any content they publish on social media.
Adult participants are not permitted to solicit and/or accept friend requests from enrolled JUMP! participants on any personal social media platforms
Adult participants must not correspond with students or parents on social media, all correspondence must adhere to JUMP!’s practices.
Nothing is private on social media. Make sure you have privacy settings in place, but be aware that even with these, or in a small network, anything you share can be forwarded by your community to a broader audience.
It is inappropriate to post any media relating to alcohol, tobacco and drug use, and any other sensitive or intentionally controversial content.
Hashtags that tag participants and provide personal financial gain are prohibited.
Do not share internal, confidential, sensitive or proprietary information about JUMP!, its partners, those we support, or your fellow participants.
It is inappropriate to post pictures of student participants on personal social media
It is inappropriate to make disparaging comments about the JUMP! organization, its staff, and other participants on the program

Cyber-Bullying Statement:

JUMP! Connected is committed to providing a safe and friendly online environment allowing all participants to learn and connect in a relaxed and secure atmosphere. Bullying of any kind is unacceptable, and the JUMP! community, direct school, and social communities involved in JUMP! Connected programs have a responsibility to:

Take appropriate measures to prevent it
Report any witnessed instances of cyberbullying

Cyberbullying means bullying by use of electronic communication devices, through means including but not limited to, video calls, video conference platforms, group chat, private chat, email, instant messaging, text messaging, blogs, online games and websites.

Bullying, including cyberbullying, means an intentional written, verbal, electronic or physical act or action that creates an intimidating, threatening or abusive educational environment for any participant, regardless of age. This includes any threats and actions that would harm the physical property or social/emotional well-being of any participant of JUMP!’s educational environment, including friends and family of any participant or facilitator.

Cyberbullying may include but is not limited to:

● Verbal or written insults, racial/ethnic insults, harassment, persuading others to criticize or insult someone, spreading malicious or untrue rumors, anonymous phone calls, emails or text messages, threatening words and obscene gestures via electronic means

● Copying or saving photos/text from group chat in order to manipulate, humiliate or threaten at a later date or during a program.

● Social or emotional bullying such as: using guilt - “You won’t be my friend if...”, manipulation, being unfriendly, forming tight groups/cliques against someone, deliberately turning away or averting one’s gaze to ignore someone, rolling eyes, persuading people to exclude someone

● Threatening to physically bully, i.e., striking or harming at a later date.

● Persuading another person to bully someone else.

When bullying occurs anywhere within the online JUMP! community, all participants should be able to report it with the assurance that the incident will be dealt with effectively and professionally without further intimidation or harm.

Recordings:

Segments of JUMP! Connected events and programs may be recorded for quality control, safeguarding and training purposes. Session video footage will be shared with the partner school upon request. Breakout rooms are not recorded.

Promotional Release:

The Participant consents to and authorizes the use and reproduction by JUMP! of any and all photographs and any other audiovisual materials taken of the undersigned for use in promotional printed materials, online and social media, or other means of promotion.

Reporting:

Should they witness or be subject to behaviors that are contrary to the JUMP! Connected Code of Conduct, participants and facilitators can submit a report to either:

Your JUMP! Program Facilitator, via their professional email address;
The school Child Safeguarding Officer, if you are a school attendee;
The JUMP! Child Protection Officer via the secure reporting email address

Pledge:

By signing this pledge and participating in this program, I agree that I will:

Adhere to the JUMP! Connected Code of Conduct
Not engage in any form of bullying, including cyberbullying
Objectively report any instances of bullying received or witnessed.

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