The Only SUD Multicultural Conference

🌍 12th Annual Multicultural Conference Etiquette & Rules

1. Respect All Cultures and Identities
   This is a multicultural and inclusive space. Treat all participants, performers, and speakers with dignity, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality, or background.
2. Ask Before Recording or Photographing
   Always seek permission before taking photos or videos—especially during sacred ceremonies, Pow Wow dances, or intimate moments of LGBTQIA2+ expression.
3. Practice Active Listening
   Engage fully in workshops, panels, and performances. Refrain from side conversations, and silence your devices during sessions.
4. Be Mindful of Space
   Share physical space respectfully. Make room for elders, people with disabilities, and those needing accommodations.
5. Use Inclusive Language
   Avoid assumptions. Use inclusive pronouns and affirming language when addressing others.
6. Zero Tolerance for Discrimination or Harassment
   Any behavior that is discriminatory, harassing, or disrespectful will not be tolerated. Violators may be asked to leave the event, and NO refund will be given.

1. Celebrate Loudly and Proudly – Respectfully
   Cheering, clapping, and snapping are welcome! However, heckling, mocking, or touching performers is strictly prohibited. No hate speech or Hate t-shirts or sweaters or banners
2. Tip Etiquette
   Tipping is allowed, please do so respectfully—hand tips directly to performers or place them in designated areas.
3. Honor the Art
   Drag is a powerful form of expression. Appreciate the performance without reducing it to entertainment or stereotypes.

1. Sacred Space Awareness
   The Pow Wow is not a performance—it is a spiritual and cultural gathering. Observe with reverence and humility.
2. Ask Before Participating
   If you are not Native American or Two-Spirit and wish to join in a dance or ceremony, ask for guidance first. Some parts of the Pow Wow are open to the public, while others are reserved for specific community members. The Arena Director will let you know when the community can join in dancing
3. No Photography During Certain Songs or Ceremonies
   The MC or cultural guides will announce when photography is not permitted. Always follow these instructions.
4. Stand and Remove Hats During Honor Songs
   When you hear the MC call for an honor song, please stand and remove hats or head coverings (unless for religious or medical reasons) as a sign of respect.
5. Respect the Drum Circle
   Do not touch the drum or enter the drum circle unless invited. It is considered sacred.