This Code of Conduct outlines the expectations for all stallholders participating in events hosted by Children’s Rights Queensland. By registering as a stallholder, you agree to uphold the values, safety standards, and guidelines set out below to ensure a positive, respectful, and child-friendly environment for all attendees.

• Stallholders must actively support and align with the vision, mission and values of Children’s Rights Queensland.
• Products, services, or messaging that directly or indirectly contravene children’s rights or promote harmful practices are strictly prohibited.
• Stallholders are encouraged to promote inclusivity, fairness, and respect for diversity in all interactions.

• Stallholders must ensure that their space, products, and displays are safe for children and families. This includes:
  • Ensuring no sharp, hazardous, or harmful objects are within reach of children.
  • Avoiding the display or sale of products unless otherwise agreed with the organisers.
• Stallholders must adhere to all applicable child protection laws and safety standards.
• All stallholders are required to hold a valid Certificate of Currency and provide a copy to Children’s Rights Queensland. Please note that in the event of an incident at your stall, your insurance will be the first to respond.

• All stallholders are expected to behave in a courteous, professional, and respectful manner toward event attendees, staff, and volunteers.
• Harassment, bullying, or discriminatory behaviour based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, or any other characteristic will not be tolerated.
• Disagreements must be handled with diplomacy and respect.

• Stallholders must use appropriate, respectful, and non-threatening language when interacting with children and their families.
• Stallholders should not engage in any physical or verbal contact that could be misinterpreted as inappropriate.
• If a stallholder is engaging children in activities, these activities should be safe, inclusive, and enriching.
• All stallholders are responsible for ensuring that anyone working on their stall have a valid Working With Children Check.
• Stallholders need to obtain consent from families when taking photographs. They should only be taken on work devices.

• The sale, display, or promotion of alcohol, tobacco, and illegal substances is strictly prohibited at all Children’s Rights Queensland events.
• Stallholders must not consume alcohol or use tobacco or drugs during the event.

• Stallholders are encouraged to minimise waste and use environmentally friendly products or packaging wherever possible.
• All waste generated by the stall must be responsibly disposed of in designated areas.

• Stallholders must read and adhere to all rules and instructions provided by event organisers in the Event Brief which will be distributed in the days prior to the event.
• Stallholders are responsible for maintaining a clean and organised stall throughout the event and during pack-up.
• All promotional materials must be pre-approved by event organisers to ensure alignment with the event’s values and objectives.

• Stallholders must follow all health and safety regulations set by the event organisers, including fire safety rules and COVID-19 protocols (if applicable).
• If food or drinks are being served, stallholders must adhere to relevant health and safety standards, including proper food handling and hygiene practices.

• Failure to comply with this Code of Conduct may result in the immediate removal of the stallholder from the event, and in some cases, future participation may be restricted.
• Children’s Rights Queensland reserves the right to inspect stalls and address any concerns regarding non-compliance.

By participating as a stallholder, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by this Code of Conduct to ensure a safe, respectful, and enriching environment for all attendees, especially children and their families.

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