Conferences

The open exchange of ideas and the freedom of thought and expression are central to the aims and goals of IERF and its conferences. These aims and goals require an environment that recognizes the inherent worth of every person and group, that fosters dignity, understanding, and mutual respect, and that embraces diversity.

IERF is firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination at its conferences against individuals because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status religion, national origin, ancestry, or disability. All individuals are entitled to participate in any IERF activity free of discrimination, including harassment based on any of the above factors.

IERF is concerned about discriminatory legislation in various locations and will work with conference organizers to best address location related issues