As a member of the James River Transgender Society it is expected that you will faithfully and carefully observe these Standards of Behavior to assure the security and comfort of all members of JRTS, including you.

1. A JRTS member shall never pry into the personal details of other members or attendees by asking specific personal questions (where they live, occupation etc.) Any exchange of personal information shall be voluntary and without expectation of reciprocity.
   
   
2. If a JRTS member gains personal information about another member or attendee, either directly or inadvertently, that information is to be kept private. JRTS members shall not share the personal information (occupation, phone numbers, etc.) of other members or attendees without that person's consent.
   
   
3. A JRTS member may bring guests to meetings; however that member will escort and be personally responsible for the guest's conduct. Each guest should be advised of, and consent to, the JRTS standards of behavior.
   
   
4. A JRTS member shall not divulge the meeting location to individuals who are not their personal guest. If an individual asks for information concerning JRTS, direct that person to the Membership Director, any JRTS officer, JRTS mailbox, or web page.
   
   
5. Upon encountering other JRTS members or meeting attendees in public, members are expected to be guarded in their communications, avoiding any potential for violating another's privacy. Unless a prior understanding exists, members should not openly acknowledge their connection through JRTS. This policy is extended to all former members, especially to transitioned and/or post-operative transsexuals.
   
   
6. Non-Member participants at JRTS meetings (presenters, vendors and guests) shall be afforded the same privacy as any attendee.
   
   
7. A JRTS member shall not approach another member or attendee in a sexual way at any JRTS event.
   
   
8. A JRTS member shall not bring illegal drugs or weapons to any JRTS event. Members shall not bring alcohol to meetings held on church grounds.
   
   
9. A JRTS member is expected to dress in a dignified manner appropriate to the meeting place.
   
   
10. JRTS members are expected to conduct themselves as ladies and gentlemen.