Code of Conduct

Adopted Sep 4 2011 by majority voice vote at annual membership meeting.
Modified Feb 19 2014 by board of directors.

The conduct and language of members of the Pacific Association of Women Martial Artists (PAWMA) organization must meet acceptable social standards and must contribute to a positive environment. Members’ conduct at PAWMA events must not compromise the integrity of the Pacific Association of Women Martial Artists’ service. There is an expectation that members are to treat everyone within and outside the organization with respect and dignity without regard to economic status, race, color, ancestry, place of origin, family status, marital status, cultural, educational or religious background, disability, health status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or political belief.