Code of Conduct

Our commitment

BrushPast exists to amplify voices and support people with lived experience of homelessness, addiction, and other challenges. Everyone interacting with our platform, workshops, and shop is expected to uphold dignity, respect, and safety.

Expected behaviour

We expect all staff, volunteers, partners, and visitors to:

• Treat others with respect and without discrimination or harassment
• Protect confidentiality of members unless they choose to share publicly
• Obtain appropriate consent for photography, stories, and publication
• Report concerns about safety or misconduct promptly

Unacceptable behaviour

This includes:

• Abuse, threats, or bullying
• Exploitation of members or misuse of their work
• Discrimination on protected characteristics
• Fraud, theft, or misuse of funds

Reporting

Concerns can be raised via hello@brushpast.org or through our Whistleblowing policy. We will investigate proportionately and protect reporters where possible.

This document will be expanded with board-approved detail. Contact us if you need the full signed version.