Our WOMEX Code of Conduct

Since its beginning in 1994, WOMEX - The Worldwide Music Expo, has embraced the diversity of our musical community. We aim to create an inclusive, welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We are committed to making our events respectful, considerate, discrimination-sensitive spaces for all participants - regardless of age, appearance, community, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, nationality, peoples, physical or mental ability, religion, or socioeconomic status and beliefs.

WOMEX does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, sexism, or racism towards, between, or among its participants. Whilst we all acknowledge the diversity of viewpoints within our community, during the Event all participants are expected to treat each other with empathy and respect; and agree to do this.

Each participant shares the responsibility for upholding these principles and this ethos, and all participants are expected to conform to this Code of Conduct.

This applies to WOMEX events in-person, printed materials, social media and virtualWOMEX. Non-compliance may result in being expelled from the Event without a refund, as stated and agreed in our registration Terms and Conditions.

To support the ethos of our Code of Conduct at WOMEX, and to offer assistance in cases where it is disrespected, WOMEX ensures the availability of an Awareness team on-site, to make space and time for those affected by any such incident.

The Awareness team acts according to our WOMEX Awareness Concept. If you experience or witness harassment or discomfort, promptly notify our Awareness team on-site or reach out to inclusion@womex.com.

We regularly assess the effectiveness of our policies and strive to address any shortcomings or concerns. In order to continue to develop this Code of Conduct your feedback is welcome.

WOMEX maintains the absolute and unilateral right to accept or refuse any registrations, bookings and participation, without further explanation being provided, in order to maintain this Code of Conduct ethos, and to ensure the safety and well-being of all delegates, participants, partners and of our Event itself.

(Updated version from 06 July 2026)