Working Agreement of Ethical Conduct

February 2007

As a volunteer of Valley Free Radio, I make the following commitments regarding my interaction with other members, my use of station resources, and my representation of the organization in public:

  1. I will support the Mission Statement and Guiding Vision of the station.
  2. I will treat others with respect and tolerance.
  3. I will work towards making the organization more inclusive and accessible.
  4. I will contribute to a safe and welcoming environment at the station and in meetings.
  5. I will communicate verbally and in writing (including electronically) with respect for the integrity of others; I will try to disagree in ways that are not insulting.
  6. I will not wear products with fragrances in the studio or at VFR meetings, and when I invite people to the studio or to VFR meetings, I will ask them to do the same. I will not use unapproved chemical cleaners in the studio.
  7. I will leave the station in better condition than I found it and use VFR equipment with care. I will take responsibility for the behavior of visitors I bring into the studio.
  8. I will share power and opportunity for leadership and will support new members.
  9. I will not promote commercial interests on VFR’s non-commercial airwaves.
  10. I will provide constructive criticism and concrete alternatives to proposals or comments I object to.
  11. I will listen to and consider criticism that is respectfully offered.
  12. I will keep myself informed about and follow VFR guidelines and procedures, including volunteer requirements, and I will participate in fund drives.
  13. If I can’t fulfill my volunteer hours, I will let the appropriate people know.
  14. I have read and understand the following:

Behavior that is valued at VFR includes:

  • expressing myself in meetings in a tone of verbal and physical respect, supporting the facilitators, listening to others
  • helping to maintain the smooth running of the station by participating in fundraising efforts, keeping the station clean, and caring for its equipment
  • thanking others for their contributions to the station
  • encouraging new members to join

Behavior that will not be tolerated at VFR includes:

  • drinking alcohol in the station (this will result in immediate dismissal)
  • mistreating others
  • intentionally violating FCC guidelines
  • engaging in actions that undermine the reputation and health of the station