CODE OF CONDUCT
Mahadevi Retreats S.A.S.
Everything you need to know for a safe, supported experience
This Code of Conduct exists to protect the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of all participants, Indigenous ceremonial leaders, facilitators, staff, and the retreat container as a whole.
By attending a Mahadevi Retreat, all participants agree to uphold the following principles and behavioral expectations.
Core Principles
Participation at Mahadevi is grounded in:
- Respect for Indigenous ceremonial leadership and traditions
- Personal responsibility and accountability
- Consent, boundaries, and dignity
- Safety of self, others, and the group
- Confidentiality and mutual respect
These principles apply at all times, including before, during, and after ceremonies.
Respect & Non-Violence
The following are strictly prohibited:
- Sexual harassment or sexual misconduct
- Physical violence or threats of violence
- Verbal abuse, intimidation, or coercion
- Discriminatory or hateful behavior
Zero tolerance applies. Any such behavior may result in immediate removal from the retreat without refund.
Consent & Physical Touch
During Ceremony
- No physical touch is permitted during ceremony unless explicitly initiated and guided by facilitators for safety or support.
- Facilitators will ask for consent before touching a participant whenever possible.
- In rare cases where a participant is unable to provide consent due to altered state or medical distress, facilitators may intervene solely to ensure safety.
Outside Ceremony
- All physical interaction must be consensual, respectful, and appropriate.
- Sexual activity between participants is not permitted during the retreat.
Confidentiality & Privacy
Participants agree to:
- Respect the privacy of others
- Not share personal stories, identities, or experiences of other participants without explicit consent
- Maintain discretion regarding ceremonies and group processes
Confidentiality is essential to trust and safety.
Recording, Photography & Devices
Phones, cameras, and recording devices are not permitted during ceremonies
Recording may only occur:
- With facilitator coordination
- With explicit consent from all participants involved
- With permission from Indigenous ceremonial leaders
In most cases, ceremonies are not recorded out of respect for the medicine and participants.
Substances & Medications
The following are strictly prohibited during the retreat:
- Alcohol
- Recreational drugs
- Cannabis
- Psychedelic substances outside of ceremony
- Unauthorized medications or supplements
Participants may not self-medicate. All medications, supplements, and substances must be disclosed and approved in advance.
Violation of this policy may result in immediate removal without refund.
Participation & Movement
- Participation in ceremonies is voluntary
- Participants who choose not to drink ayahuasca may still attend ceremonies as witnesses
- Leaving the retreat property is permitted only with facilitator approval
- Participants must inform staff before leaving the premises
This policy exists to ensure safety and accountability.
Safety & Disruptive Behavior
Behavior that may result in removal includes, but is not limited to:
- Actions that endanger self or others
- Persistent disruption of ceremonies or group processes
- Failure to follow safety instructions
- Emotional or psychological instability that cannot be safely supported
- Withholding or falsifying medical information
Each situation is reviewed carefully with safety as the priority.
Consequences of Violation
Violations of this Code of Conduct are reviewed by the Mahadevi team.
Consequences may include:
- Verbal warning
- Restricted participation
- Removal from ceremonies
- Termination of retreat stay without refund
Mahadevi Retreats is not responsible for travel, accommodation, or other costs incurred as a result of removal.
Personal Responsibility
Participants agree to:
- Take responsibility for their own physical, emotional, and psychological wellbeing
- Communicate openly with facilitators
- Follow all preparation, safety, and integration guidelines
- Respect the group container and Indigenous leadership
Acknowledgment
Participants agree to:
- Take responsibility for their own physical, emotional, and psychological wellbeing
- Communicate openly with facilitators
- Follow all preparation, safety, and integration guidelines
- Respect the group container and Indigenous leadership
Acknowledgment
This Code of Conduct exists to protect everyone involved.
By participating in a Mahadevi Retreat, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to follow this Code of Conduct.
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