To Be Read has been founded on the principles of empathy, understanding and support for all – starting with our clients and network members. As such, it’s important to outline some of the ways in which we can work to make the To Be Read community a place where everyone feels included.
It’s not really possible to create a definitive lists of principles, terms or phrases that will make everyone feel seen, heard and respected. Nevertheless, we’ve created a basic code of conduct for To Be Read employees, network partners and clients to uphold, focused on promoting diversity, inclusivity and equity in everything we do as a company:
Code of Conduct
To Be Read CIC will not tolerate discrimination or abuse from or against its employees, clients or network members.
This includes but is not limited to: offensive language, images or actions in person or online directly or indirectly relating to background, race, ethnicity, nationality, age, ability, religious belief, neurotype, sexuality, gender identity, parental status, or financial situation. Remember that a point of view for you may be a point of survival for someone else.
Respect all members of our community. This includes referring to all individuals by their preferred names and pronouns, working to accommodate reasonable adjustments as much as possible, and being considerate of individual boundaries.
Make an effort to hold yourself accountable. Seek out answers, interrogate your biases and remember that everyone gets it wrong sometimes. It’s understandable to feel defensive or upset when being called out, but if you’re not in a headspace to meet people where they are, take steps to remove yourself from the situation and have some space.
Always treat individuals who make honest mistakes with grace, patience and understanding.
Public Association:
The whole point of To Be Read CIC is to work collaboratively. We refer, endorse and promote creatives, freelancers, events and businesses of all kinds. We don’t expect any of our partners or associates to censure themselves, but we do ask that:
- Wherever possible, if you have any concerns that something stated publicly (online or in person) will be associated with To Be Read CIC and contradicts our code of conduct, please include a disclaimer such as “all opinions (our/my) own”.
- You accept that in order to protect the integrity of To Be Read CIC as a business, we may withdraw our public (and/or private) endorsement of any individual or collective, business or charitable organisation at any time.
Legality of Code of Conduct:
This public statement is posted on our website in good faith.
You might have come across it while exploring our site, or you might have been linked to it when applying to work with To Be Read CIC as either a network member or client.
We invite you to read this code with the understanding that it outlines if (or how) your values align with ours.
Ahead of signature, any individual or company that signs a contract with To Be Read CIC will likely find certain elements of this code stipulated in more definitive, legal terms in said contract. All terms can be clarified, negotiated and agreed upon by prospective parties before final agreement of terms.
Unsigned parties who violate this code may be banned from online and in person community events and services with the authority and at the discretion of To Be Read employees or, where relevant, trustees.
If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to info@toberead.uk.
Last updated: October 2025
Please note there is always more we can do to listen and learn from each other, so this is a living document and is subject to change. All contracted members of To Be Read’s network will be made aware of any updates or amendments within a timely manner.