Code of conduct.

Our commitment

The Iowa African Film Festival celebrates African and diaspora storytelling in a spirit of openness and respect. We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and harassment-free experience for everyone — regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or background.

We expect everyone to

• — Treat fellow attendees, filmmakers, volunteers, and staff with courtesy and respect.
• — Engage with films and conversations in good faith, even when perspectives differ.
• — Respect venue rules, screening etiquette, and the directions of festival staff.
• — Respect filmmakers' work: no unauthorised recording or distribution of screenings.

We will not tolerate

• — Harassment, intimidation, or discrimination in any form.
• — Unwelcome attention, threats, or abusive language or behaviour.
• — Disruption of screenings, panels, or events.

Reporting

If you experience or witness behaviour that violates this code, please tell any festival staff member or email info@africalivenetwork.tv. Reports are taken seriously and handled with discretion. Festival staff may take any action they deem appropriate, up to and including removal from the festival without refund.