JCC Greater Boston Code of Conduct

Purpose 

JCC Greater Boston is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants and staff. This Code of Conduct outlines the expectations and behavior we uphold to ensure a positive experience and environment for everyone involved. 

Our Values 

• Belonging: We welcome and treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and respect. 

• Joyfulness: We celebrate and rejoice in our shared experiences and one another. 

• Collaboration: We achieve exceptional results by working together. 

• Transformation: We listen, embrace change, lead by example, and take inspired action. 

Expected Behavior 

Participants are expected to: 

• Be Inclusive: Actively include and involve others. Be open to different perspectives and experiences. 

• Respect Others: Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Do not engage in threatening, offensive, discriminatory, or harassing behavior. 

• Collaborate: Encourage collaboration and teamwork. Share knowledge and support others in their learning journey. 

• Be Mindful of Language: Use inclusive language and be mindful of how your words may impact others. Avoid offensive language, slurs, and inappropriate jokes. 

• Maintain Confidentiality: Respect the privacy and confidentiality of others. Do not share sensitive information without consent.   

• Promote Safety: Help support the safety and security of our participants and staff. This includes adhering to safety and security policies and promoting the psychological safety of others. 

• See Something, Say Something: If you see concerning behavior or something feels unsafe, please report it to a JCC staff member. 

Behavior that does not meet JCCGB expectations 

The following behaviors will not be tolerated: 

• Harassment: Any form of harassment, including verbal, physical, or visual harassment. 

• Discrimination: Discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. 

• Bullying: Any behavior that intimidates, belittles, or creates a hostile environment by any reasonable person’s standards. 

• Aggression: Any behavior that threatens, demeans, or causes fear. 

• Disruptive Behavior: behavior that negatively impacts or disrupts activities, events, or the overall environment. 

• Violations of the Law: Engaging in any illegal activities. 

Video and Photography Policy

Members may use devices to take photos or videos in public spaces around the Leventhal-Sidman JCC under limited circumstances:

• Video and photography of other members/guests without their expressed consent is strictly prohibited.
• Members may not take photographs or videos if doing so presents a risk of injury to themselves or others.
• The use of photography or video equipment may not interfere with other members' use of the fitness equipment.
• The use of photography or video equipment must not detract from other members' experience.
• Photographs or videos may not be used for commercial purposes. (No promotion of brands, products, or services not affiliated with JCC Greater Boston.)
• No videos or photos taken on the JCC Greater Boston premises may be shared or posted on social media that contain provocative images, hate speech, false narratives, explicit language or music, or negative content.
• Photographs or videos may not be taken of films or other screenings in our theater without expressed consent.

Reporting Violations 

If you witness or experience a violation of this Code of Conduct, please report it to a JCC staff member as soon as possible. You may also alert a member of our security staff or call 617-558-6555 to report an incident. In an emergency, please call 911.  

 If a staff member is involved, you may report directly to Human Resources at HRinquiries@jccgb.org.  

All reports will be treated with confidentiality and will be thoroughly investigated. 

Consequences of Violations 

Violations of this Code of Conduct may result in consequences, including warnings, suspension, or expulsion from the program or the JCC, depending on the severity of the behavior.  

All participants and visitors to the JCC must adhere to this code. The JCC will follow its standard incident review process in all cases involving unacceptable behavior. 

Acknowledgment 

By participating in a JCC program or activity, you agree to abide by this Code of Conduct. We reserve the right to update and modify the code to better serve the community.