Code of Conduct

00Agreement

This Code of Conduct applies to every member of the Fidusia community.

01Scope

This Code of Conduct applies to all Fidusia platforms and activities, including every current and future product or service operated by Fidusia.

This policy applies equally to learners, interns, mentors, recruiters, employers, partners, sponsors, volunteers, speakers, judges, employees, community moderators, and visitors.

02Professional Behaviour

We expect every member to:

• Treat everyone with dignity and respect.
• Maintain professional communication.
• Support constructive discussions.
• Respect differing opinions.
• Be honest in all interactions.
• Contribute positively to the community.

03Academic & Professional Integrity

Use of AI tools is permitted where allowed, provided such usage complies with the applicable program rules and does not involve misrepresentation of authorship.

• Do not plagiarize assignments or submissions.
• Do not submit work created entirely by another individual without proper attribution.
• Do not misrepresent certifications, qualifications, or experience.
• Do not falsify internship progress.
• Do not impersonate another individual.
• Do not engage in fraudulent behaviour.

04Respect & Inclusion

Fidusia is committed to providing an inclusive environment for everyone.

Discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic or personal attribute will not be tolerated.

• Gender
• Gender identity
• Sexual orientation
• Age
• Disability
• Race
• Ethnicity
• Nationality
• Religion
• Physical appearance
• Educational background
• Technical experience
• Career level

05Harassment-Free Community

Harassment in any form may result in immediate removal from the platform.

• Bullying
• Threats
• Intimidation
• Hate speech
• Offensive language
• Personal attacks
• Stalking
• Unwanted sexual advances
• Sexual or explicit content
• Sharing private information without consent
• Encouraging violence or illegal activity

06Privacy & Recording

Please respect the privacy of other members. You must not:

• Record meetings without permission.
• Publish screenshots containing personal information without consent.
• Share private conversations without authorization.
• Capture photographs or videos of individuals who object to being recorded.

07Intellectual Property

You retain ownership of the original work you create.

By submitting content to Fidusia - including assignments, portfolios, projects, forum posts, or event submissions - you grant Fidusia a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to host, display, reproduce, and distribute such content solely for operating, improving, and promoting the Services.

Fidusia will never claim ownership of your original work.

08Responsible Use of the Platform

Users must not:

• Upload malware or malicious software.
• Attempt unauthorized access.
• Disrupt platform functionality.
• Abuse bugs or vulnerabilities.
• Spam users.
• Create fake accounts.
• Circumvent platform restrictions.

09Internship & Mentorship Conduct

Participants are expected to complete assigned work honestly, meet reasonable deadlines, maintain respectful communication, follow mentor and program guidelines, and respect confidential information shared during programs.

Mentors, recruiters, and employers are likewise expected to maintain professionalism and treat participants respectfully.

10Reporting Violations

If you believe this Code of Conduct has been violated, please report it to us at shivam@fidusia.in.

Reports should include as much relevant information as possible so that we can investigate appropriately. Where appropriate, reports will be handled confidentially.

11Enforcement

Fidusia reserves the right to investigate any reported violation. These actions may be taken without prior notice where necessary to protect the community.

• Issue a warning.
• Remove offending content.
• Restrict community participation.
• Suspend access to specific Services.
• Permanently terminate user accounts.
• Disqualify submissions from events or hackathons.
• Revoke certificates obtained through fraudulent means.
• Notify educational institutions, employers, or relevant authorities where legally required.
• Report unlawful conduct to law enforcement agencies.

12Changes to this Code

We may revise this Code of Conduct from time to time.

The updated version will be published on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of Fidusia after such updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Code.

13Contact Us

FIDUSIA

Registered Address: KUSUM NIWAS, DELHI

Operations Address: NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH

Website: https://www.fidusia.in

Email: shivam@fidusia.in