Ethical charter of the
ARTFX community
Last updated: 11 September 2024 at 09:30 
We believe...
We believe...
that discussing ethics is important.
This ethic is reflected in all our actions and behavior on a daily basis, and it is therefore through a collective and individual commitment that this charter upholds our values.
We believe...
We deem necessary to establish rules for living together
As a community, we strive to create a positive and inclusive environment that values diversity, equity and well-being. Our code of ethics is designed to ensure that ARTFX is a peaceful place that is suited to learning.
It describes what each member of our community : students, teachers, administrative staff, commits to abide by in terms of behavior, on campus and in their interactions within our community.
We believe...
that discussing ethics is important.
This ethic is reflected in all our actions and behavior on a daily basis, and it is therefore through a collective and individual commitment that this charter upholds our values.
We believe...
We deem necessary to establish rules for living together
As a community, we strive to create a positive and inclusive environment that values diversity, equity and well-being. Our code of ethics is designed to ensure that ARTFX is a peaceful place that is suited to learning.
It describes what each member of our community : students, teachers, administrative staff, commits to abide by in terms of behavior, on campus and in their interactions within our community.
That's why, individually
and collectively, we commit to...
Respect all identities
We respect all individuals, whatever their age, gender, ethnic and social background, religion, history and physical or cognitive ability.
We will not tolerate any type of discrimination or hate speech. Our community is prepared to show respect and acceptance towards others.
We believe that every individual, regardless of gender identity, deserves equal treatment and equal opportunities in all areas. We strive to create an environment in which all gender identities feel welcome, respected and supported.
As a creative school including a vast array of cultures, we need to keep an open mind on culturally sensitive subjects and to respect everyone’s personal boundaries: keeping a healthy distance and respecting the privacy of others, in person and on social media. This diversity is a fantastic wealth: we are collectively committed to facilitating the inclusion of international students as we make sure, in their presence, to use a language they can understand, or as we translate for them communications provided in French.
SEXISM : ZERO-TOLERANCE
RACISM : ZERO-TOLERANCE
If we incorrectly identify someone’s gender, we apologize and simply make every effort to readjust our wording in the following interaction. If we’re misgendered, we politely correct the other party and move on together. We’re all still learning – in the meantime, let’s do all we can to show respect and ensure a peaceful atmosphere.
Take a stand against harassment
Bullying and harassment are unacceptable, and we pledge, individually and collectively, to fight against all forms of verbal intimidation, emotional blackmail, harassment and cyber-harassment, cyber-violence and threats.
We are aware that the words we share online can have a powerful impact, and we are committed to exercising great caution in our digital communications, in order to minimize the risk of ambiguous interpretations.
THE SECOND TIME IS HARASSMENT.
If we witness or are victims of harassment,
here’s the one and only rule:
SPEAK UP AND REPORT IT.
If we become aware of a situation that could constitute harassment, we will report it to the following address: charte@artfx.fr to ensure that the situation is discussed and dealt with.
If the victim is in danger or experiencing serious psychological trouble, we immediately call 3919 (the toll-free number for victims of harassment and violence) so they can receive professional support.
Preserve a peaceful place to study
Our school has a clear mandate: to provide an environment for studying and developing knowledge and skills.
We are all committed to fostering a serene and optimal pedagogical environment for everyone. In this sense, as individuals, we will do our utmost to protect the integrity of the school by preventing it from being used as a place for proselytizing (or propaganda), whether religious, political or ideological.
We will also try to separate, as much as possible, topics or issues relating to our private lives from our school practices, in order to support the school and its community’s priority of focus: to study and make progress.
In addition, it is our responsibility to protect each other from the various illnesses that could affect us. When in doubt about a bad cold, wear a mask. When affected by a contagious disease, stay at home.
I need to talk to someone, can can you help me?
The school must remain focused on learning and progress.
Be a responsible community
We acknowledge our responsibility towards society at large and the environment. We are committed to adopting planet-friendly practices in our artistic work and in our daily school life. We seek to reduce our ecological footprint, to encourage sustainability, and to seriously educate our community about environmental protection.
Have you switched off your workstations?
Turning off my workstation and the classroom lights at the end of the day
IS MY RESPONSIBILITY.
Prioritize honesty, empathy and mutual support
We pledge to be honest in our dealings with others and to show kindness when others are mistaken:
– give constructive feedback/comments
– offer help as soon as possible when another is in doubt or in difficulty
– don’t hesitate to ask for help
That's why we value the sharing of knowledge and mutual support within our community.
TO MASTER KNOWLEDGE IS TO BE ABLE TO PASS IT ON…
Respect our limits
We’re all passionate and we can spend a lot of time, sometimes an inordinate amount of time… on each and every image or story. Any passion can become overwhelming. We all pledge to pay attention to this and ensure that everyone works within their limits.
We banish any time crunch culture. Listening to oneself and respecting one’s own work pacing also means working well.
Taking time for yourself is just as important!
Taking performance-enhancing drugs to work harder…
NO WAY !
And much more we don't do ...
We do not tolerate any form of cyberbullying, smear campaigns, stalking, and we expect our community members to use technology in a way that fosters a positive and respectful environment. We expect everyone to respect the privacy of others.
We are also committed to only using anonymity when it is absolutely necessary. We are honest about our thoughts and responsible for our actions and our words.
In addition, we do not tolerate plagiarism, cheating or any other form of dishonesty.
We therefore pledge to cite our references for inspiration, and to clearly mention any artificial intelligence aids in our creations.
In person or online,
WORDS ARE ACTIONS.
If I want to draw a caricature or create a meme and expose a situation or joke about something,
I have the right to do so, but I must sign my creation.
Ethical charter of the ARTFX community
This charter is an individual and collective commitment
Our charter reflects our commitment to these values and outlines our expectations in terms of behaving on campus, in our community and subsequently in the industry.
This charter has been created by the ARTFX community, and discussed and revised with students, teachers, members of the administration and the CSE. We are committed to maintaining this charter, and to incorporating any new subjects that might rally our community.
This charter has been freely inspired from the charter of the HOWEST school in Belgium, with their authorization.
