handbook/handbook/people/code-of-conduct.md
The primary goal of Tuist GmbH’s Code of Conduct is to foster inclusive, collaborative, and safe working conditions for all Tuist GmbH staff. As such, Tuist GmbH is committed to providing a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for all staff, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ability, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or religion (or lack thereof). This Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for all Tuist GmbH staff, as well as the consequences for unacceptable behavior. It also reflects our commitment to conducting business in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring fairness, and protecting confidential information.
The Code of Conduct applies to all Tuist GmbH staff. This includes full-time, part-time, and contractor staff employed at every seniority level. The Code of Conduct is to be upheld during all professional functions and events, including but not limited to business hours at the Tuist GmbH office, during Tuist GmbH-related extracurricular activities and events, while attending conferences and other professional events on behalf of Tuist GmbH, and while working remotely and communicating on Tuist GmbH resources with other staff. We expect all Tuist GmbH staff to abide by this Code of Conduct in all business matters — online and in-person — as well as in all one-on-one communications with customers and staff pertaining to Tuist GmbH business. This Code of Conduct also applies to unacceptable behavior occurring outside the scope of business activities when such behavior has the potential to adversely affect the safety and well-being of Tuist GmbH staff and clients.
Tuist GmbH is committed to:
A supplemental goal of this Code of Conduct is to increase open citizenship by encouraging participants to recognize the relationships between our actions and their effects within Tuist GmbH culture.
Be welcoming. We strive to be a company that welcomes and supports people of all backgrounds and identities. This includes, but is not limited to members of any race, ethnicity, culture, national origin, color, immigration status, social and economic class, educational level, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, size, family status, political belief, religion, and mental and physical ability.
Be considerate. Your work at Tuist GmbH will be used by other people, and you in turn will depend on the work of others. Any decision you take will affect users and colleagues, and you should take those consequences into account when making decisions.
Be respectful. Not all of us will agree all the time, but disagreement is no excuse for poor behavior and poor manners. We might all experience some frustration now and then, but we cannot allow that frustration to turn into a personal attack. It’s important to remember that a company where people feel uncomfortable or threatened is neither productive nor pleasant. Tuist GmbH staff should always be respectful when dealing with other personnel as well as with people outside of Tuist GmbH employment.
All Tuist GmbH staff are expected to:
The following behaviors are expected and requested of all Tuist GmbH staff:
The following behaviors are considered harassment and are unacceptable within our community:
No weapons will be allowed at Tuist GmbH events, office locations, or in other spaces covered by the scope of this Code of Conduct. Weapons include but are not limited to guns, explosives (including fireworks), and large knives such as those used for hunting or display, as well as any other item used for the purpose of causing injury or harm to others. Anyone seen in possession of one of these items will be asked to leave immediately and will be subject to punitive action up to and including termination and involvement of law enforcement authorities. Tuist GmbH staff are further expected to comply with all state and local laws on this matter.
Unacceptable behavior from any Tuist GmbH staff, including those with decision-making authority, will not be tolerated.
Anyone asked to stop unacceptable behavior is expected to comply immediately. If a staff member engages in unacceptable behavior, Tuist GmbH leadership may take any action deemed appropriate, up to and including suspension or termination. This includes violations of confidentiality, conflicts of interest, or legal compliance requirements.
All Tuist GmbH staff are required to:
If you are subject to or witness unacceptable behavior, or have any other concerns, please notify an appropriate member of Tuist GmbH leadership as soon as possible.
It is a violation of this policy to retaliate against any person making a complaint of unacceptable behavior or against any person participating in the investigation of (including testifying as a witness to) any such allegation. Any retaliation or intimidation may be subject to punitive action up to and including termination.
Employees who violate this policy may face disciplinary consequences in proportion to their violation. Tuist GmbH management will determine how serious an employee’s offense is and take the appropriate action.
The version history of this document can be found in Tuist's handbook repository.