Code of Conduct

If you attend any VALA events, use a virtual or physical place or space provided by VALA, or participate in a VALA project, we consider you to be part of the VALA community.

By taking part in the VALA community, you agree to uphold and promote our Code of Conduct in all ‘spaces’ and places – whether physical, digital or otherwise – associated with VALA events, programs, and activities. This may include bars, restaurants and hotels where event participants may be gathered, as well as social media channels.

VALA is a diverse community that welcomes and supports people from a wide range of backgrounds, identities and interests. To ensure that everyone has an enjoyable and enriching experience, please bring a spirit of respect and friendly inquiry to all your interactions.

Click HERE for the full Code of Conduct Policy.

Copyright Statement

VALA web copyright statement and release

VALA is providing information and services on the web in furtherance of its non-profit and tax-exempt status. Permission to use, copy and distribute documents delivered from this web site and related graphics is hereby granted for private, non-commercial and education purposes only, provided that the above copyright notice appears with the following notice: this document may be reprinted and distributed for non-commercial and educational purposes only, and not for resale. No resale use may be made of material on this web site at any time. All other rights reserved.

Privacy Statement

VALA is committed to protecting the privacy of our members, conference delegates, registered users, donors, customers, and any other contacts. We will not collect or distribute personal information about you when you visit our website unless you choose to provide that information to us.

VALA complies with the Australian National Privacy Principles set out in Australian Commonwealth Law. Unless required by law the VALA will not disclose personal information about an individual unless the individual has provided consent, either at the time of providing the information or following a specific request.