Code of Conduct

Advocate the widest possible engagement in performing arts heritage collections by the general public
Aromote the historical importance of collections to regional and national communities and increase public awareness of the need to preserve such collections for the future
Provide a forum for the exchange and dissemination for information, expertise and best practice in performing arts collections and heritage organisations
Assist with the development of skills in documenting and promoting the performing arts, to enable better safeguards and thus greater access to all potential users

To read papers and prepare for member meetings
To send apologies in advance of meetings that cannot be attended
To support the Chair in their role as meeting facilitator
To participate in reasoned debates, but be willing to accept a majority decision
To express dissent where necessary, but avoid conflict
To help others concentrate on the meeting and discourage side conversations
To participate fully in the meeting;
- Listen to what others have to say
- Keep an open mind
- Contribute positively to the discussions
- Try to be concise and avoid soliloquies

To not accept any financial benefit as a member of APAC other than that authorised by the constitution and properly agreed by the Board
To declare any personal conflicts of interest and withdraw from the decision-making process on that issue
To draw attention to any potential conflicts of interest that may arise in a meeting

To not disclose any confidential information concerning any aspect of APAC and its day to day operation
To seek clarification from the committee if unsure
To only speak on behalf of APAC when authorised to do so by the Chair

To maintain respectful relationships with my fellow members of APAC, its employees and/or volunteers

APAC’s Obligation to its Membership

Regular financial reports and an update of activities
Adequate notice of meetings and circulate relevant agendas and papers in a timely fashion
Meetings will be conducted professionally in a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment

Last update: November 2020