The Code of Conduct describes possible behaviors, which are inconsistent with the essential values of Mocha Moms, Inc. whether intentional or unintentional. We expect all supporters of Mocha Moms, Inc., its Mission and Purpose and its Platform to follow this “Code of Conduct.” Please read this carefully before agreeing to join any chapter of Mocha Moms, Inc. Please also see the Children’s Code of Conduct. The Children’s Code of Conduct is considered a part of and as significant as this general Code of Conduct. It reads as follows: 

1. Mocha Moms, Inc. wishes to promote positive communication in an atmosphere of mutual respect. We do our best to encourage comfortable, non-disruptive communication locally, statewide and nationally. Members have the right to speak freely with courtesy, self-restraint and respect for our fellow moms. The free speech exercised by our members does not necessarily reflect viewpoint of the organization.

2. Mocha Moms, Inc. does not tolerate harassment of any kind toward our supporters.

3. Mocha Moms Inc. welcomes people of all ages, races, religions, economic backgrounds, color and points of view. We do not tolerate expressions of bigotry, hatred, harassment or abuse, nor will we tolerate threats of harm to anyone. We are an all-inclusive organization and we welcome anyone who supports our mission.

4. Mocha Moms, Inc. does not tolerate inappropriate, defamatory, abusive, profane, tasteless, sexually explicit or indecent language and/or statements or material at any of our Mocha Moms, Inc. functions. Mocha Moms, Inc. encourages the same code of conduct on Mocha Moms, Inc. websites, links, message boards, and emails.

5. Mocha Moms does not condone any personal attack on any member orally, written or otherwise. This conduct will not be tolerated. This includes attacks on one’s personal appearance, religious beliefs, preferences or expressions, political views or anything else. Mocha Moms, Inc. believes we can agree to disagree.

6. Gossip is damaging and destructive to the cohesiveness of a chapter. No member should participate in any gossip. In the event that an officer determines that members are engaging in gossip, that officer is responsible for addressing the members who are participating in the gossip and make an attempt to dissuade such members from continuing the gossip.

7. Mocha Moms, Inc. Conflict Resolution: If you have an issue or concern regarding another Mocha Moms, Inc. member or anything associated with the organization, please be considerate enough to speak to the member directly or a Mocha Moms executive officer rather than complaining to the other members or non-members about a situation. Any local, state or national officer will be glad to assist you anyway they can.

8. Mocha Moms, Inc. does not interfere with the personal lives of our supporters; rather we encourage members to develop strong personal relationships within the organization that will at times continue outside of Mocha Moms, Inc. functions. Please respect the privacy of our members outside of the organization functions. What they do during their private time is their personal business, not Mocha Moms, Inc. business.

9. Please tend to your children. (Please see Children’s Code of Conduct). Mocha Moms, Inc. is a support group for mothers of color who have chosen to stay home to tend to their families. Our children benefit from our organization. Please be sure your children are behaving in a manner that is safe and fun for all children when they are allowed to attend functions. It is each Mocha Moms, Inc. member’s and officer’s obligation to abide by our code of conduct, observe their respective chapter by-laws and follow the Operations Manual guidelines. Those who do not respect others and the chapter process can interfere with obtaining the support they need. Please adhere to this code of conduct. Violation of the code of conduct can result in suspension or revocation of your membership and/or chapter privilege.

On occasion, an event may take place in a member’s home. When inviting members into your home, please remember the following:

1. A hostess must abide by this Code of Conduct and Children’s Code of Conduct as it applies to all Mocha Moms, Inc. activities held in members’ homes.

2. If the event is not a Mocha Moms, Inc. sponsored event and all members of your chapter are not invited, all invitations to such an event should remain private between the hostess and the invited guests and should only be discussed at any Mocha Moms, Inc. sponsored events when appropriate.

3. If a hostess chooses to serve alcohol at a Mocha Moms, Inc. sponsored activity hosted in her home, she retains sole responsibility for all alcohol-related activity and is solely responsible for ensuring that all alcohol distribution is in accordance with the laws of her state.

4. A hostess is solely responsible for notifying her Mocha Moms, Inc. guests of any rules of her home that are not listed in the Code of Conduct or Children’s Code of Conduct.