[Deptheads] Re: GM complaint

[Ryan McMullan]

Regardless of the specifics of this case, I think one thing that is not
clear to our GMs is whether they private attendees or are representing the
con.  I think as soon as they are "volunteers" getting comped badges, it's
clear that they are representing the con and their actions and attire
reflect on us.  Of course, an individual player doesn't have a way of
distinguishing between a "volunteer" GM and one who isn't running enough
events to get a badge.

Beyond that private attendees still contribute to the environment of the
convention and we have an obligation to make the environment welcoming to
attendees (especially if we want to grow attendance).

It might help set future expectations if we explicitly tell our GMs and
other volunteers our goals and expectations.  This doesn't need to be
draconian, but something along the lines of "We want to grow our hobby and
make the con a welcoming place for all gamers from different walks of
life.  Please support this and don't do things to make it unwelcoming to
anyone.  As a GM you represent the con -- please represent us well."

Ryan


On Wed, Sep 5, 2012 at 2:32 PM, evil5757 at aol.com <evil5757 at aol.com> wrote:

> Lets not forget, offensive must include intent or it's just something
> someone doesnt like. For instance, if i knew there was going to be a church
> group next door to me my wardrobe would have been significantly different.
> That would have been intent.
>
> That said, our published rules allow department heads to disallow someone
> from GMing for any reason, including attire and showering......
>
> John
>
> *Sent from my MOTOROLA ATRIX™ 2 on AT&T*
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