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Discrimination Policy

Updated: 12/13/2024

Phoenix Fan Fusion will always encourage fan convention costume enthusiasts (aka “cosplayers”) to SPEAK OUT against the inappropriate social behavior of a sexual and/or stereotypical nature toward themselves and fellow fans.

 

Phoenix Fan Fusion has a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY for harassment and discrimination of any kind, including but not limited to:

  • Inappropriate physical contact

  • Physical assault and/or battery

  • Sexually offensive actions or comments

  • Stalking

  • Intimidation

  • Non-consensual photography or recording

  • Constant disruption of panels, photo opportunities, and other events

 

Discrimination of any kind, including but not limited to:

  • Race & Ethnic Background

  • Age

  • Sex & Gender identity

  • Religion

  • Sexual preferences & orientation

  • Physical Appearance

Violation of this code of conduct will result in revocation of one's badge and removal from the convention. 

 

Should you feel unsafe: please speak to any member wearing a Phoenix Fan Fusion CREW badge, any security personnel in a Yellow or Blue polo shirt, or Police Officers stationed throughout the event.  

 

SAFE ZONES are located at the following places: 

West Building: Information Booth in Lobby - Room 101 Art Room - Room 213AB Diversity LoungeNorth Building: Information Booth in Lobby- Game Central Tent Room 120 BCD - Room 227A OfficeLower Level Lobby:  Official Con Merchandise booth0 BCDExhibit Hall:  Exhibitor Manager Booth located at the back of Hall 4 

You may also report incidents anonymously https://phxfanfusion.com/reporting.  We only disclose this information to key decision making personnel within the Convention and Convention Center.  The culture of cosplay is one of fun, creativity, and mutual respect. No one should accept inappropriate behavior from their peers. Speak out, speak up, and help keep cosplay comfortable and fun!

If you are taking pictures or video of cosplayers or attendees, you should gain direct consent from each person in your shot. This extends to members of the media, private photographers, and fellow cosplayers alike.

 

Taking secret photos of cosplayers is not permitted at any time.

 

Photos or videos shot with the intent of commercialization without the consent of the subject is prohibited.

 

Cosplayers love to have their photos taken, so just be polite and ask first!

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