Official Language

The language of the conference is English.

Climate and Clothing

Dress code during the conference is business casual and casual on the excursion. In June, the average temperature is 22°C (72°F).

Tipping

Tipping in restaurants and bars is generally at 5-10%. Tipping taxi drivers is also a common practice.

Electricity

The voltage in Germany is 230 V. European-style round two-pin plugs are in use.

Disclaimer

The organizers are not liable for damages and/or losses of any kind which may be incurred by the conference delegates or by any other individuals accompanying them, both during the official activities as well as going to/from the conference. Delegates are responsible for their own safety and belongings.

IPAC’14 Anti-harassment Policy

IPAC’14 is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone.  We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form.  Conference participants violating this rule may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund at the discretion of the conference organizers.

Harassment includes:

• offensive verbal comments related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, religion;
• sexual images in public spaces;
• deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording;
• sustained disruption of talks or other events;
• inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention.

Participants asked to stop any harassing behaviour are expected to comply immediately.

Exhibitors in the Industrial Exhibition are also subject to the anti-harassment policy.  In particular, exhibitors should not use sexualized images, activities, or other material.  Booth staff (including volunteers) should not use sexualized clothing/uniforms/costumes, or otherwise create a sexualized environment.

If a participant engages in harassing behaviour, the conference organizers may take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender or expulsion from the conference with no refund. If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of conference staff immediately.

Conference staff will be happy to help participants contact hotel/venue security or local law enforcement, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of the conference.  We value your attendance.

We expect participants to follow these rules at all conference venues and conference-related social events.