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Rules and Code of Conduct

Hang Out Naked Midlands (HONM) wants to maintain a positive, welcoming, friendly, comfortable space for everyone that attends an event or is an online member , some of whom may be completely new to being naked in a group environment. We have therefore established a set of rules for behaviour and conduct during meetings/events and in exchanges online.

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You must agree to adhere to these in order to attend any event and also in interactions online between members.

Rules and Code of Conduct of HONM

 

  1. ​​Be kind and courteous - We're all in this together to create a welcoming environment. Let's treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness, patience and care is required at all times.
     

  2. No hate speech or bullying - Make sure that everyone feels safe. Bullying of any kind isn't allowed, and degrading/demeaning comments about things such as race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender, body image or identity will not be tolerated.
     

  3. Respect everyone’s privacy - Being part of this group requires mutual trust. Honest, authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. What's shared in the group and at events etc. should stay in the group.
     

  4. No sexual activity during events - Under no circumstances is any sexual activity allowed during any HONM event and you understand anyone breaking this rule will be asked to leave and will be removed from the group.
     

  5. Contact etiquette – What is our ‘touching policy’? The no sex expectation specifically means no genital contact or touching under any circumstances, but it’s totally fine to hug a friend!  It can be a fine line between a hug, kiss or touch as a greeting between friends, rather than with a stranger, as these may be regarded as inappropriate touching or even harassment. The general guidance is not to touch unless you are friends, when it is a matter of pre-established consent. With a stranger/newcomer, if it feels appropriate, ask permission first if a hug etc. is OK.  If a hug or the novelty of a naked social event causes a random erection, we can cope with those – they are natural!  
     

  6. No taking of photographs - To protect the privacy of our members do not take pictures during HONM events. Anyone in breach of this rule may be asked to leave, permanently. If you would like a picture taken of yourself or with people you know and with their permission, please ask one of the organisers who will be happy to do so.​

HONM operates an “up to three strikes and you’re out” policy. Two official warnings will be given if you break the rules or are rude and insulting, and if it happens a third time then your membership will be revoked and you will be asked to leave, permanently. 

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If any single rule breaking/transgression is deemed serious enough you may be asked to leave immediately and your membership revoked without recourse to the ‘three strikes’ option. 

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