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+The MDAnalysis *Code of Conduct* sets the rules for the behavior of
+every member in the MDAnalysis community, including in the GridDataFormats community, so that everyone can
+experience a welcoming, supportive, and productive environment that is
+free from harassment. As a [NumFOCUS][NF] sponsored
+project, MDAnalysis follows the [NumFOCUS Code of Conduct][NF-conduct].
+
+**Table of Contents**
+
+- [MDAnalysis Code of Conduct](#numfocus-code-of-conduct)
+- [How to Report](#how-to-report)
+- [Who Will Receive Your Report](#who-will-receive-your-report)
+- [Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement](#diversity-equity-and-inclusion-statement)
+- [Acknowledgment](#acknowledgment)
+
+## MDANALYSIS CODE OF CONDUCT
+You can find the whole document here: [https://numfocus.org/code-of-conduct][NF-conduct].
+
+### THE SHORT VERSION
+MDAnalysis and NumFOCUS are dedicated to providing a harassment-free community for everyone,
+regardless of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability,
+physical appearance, body size, race, or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of
+community members in any form.
+
+Be kind to others. Do not insult or put down others. Behave professionally. Remember
+that harassment and sexist, racist, or exclusionary jokes are not appropriate for MDAnalysis
+or NumFOCUS.
+
+All communication should be appropriate for a professional audience including people of
+many different backgrounds. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate.
+
+Thank you for helping make this a welcoming, friendly community for all.
+
+### THE LONG VERSION
+You can find the long version of the Code of Conduct on the NumFOCUS website:
+[https://numfocus.org/code-of-conduct][NF-conduct].
+
+## HOW TO REPORT
+If you feel that the Code of Conduct has been violated, feel free to submit a report, by
+using the [NumFOCUS Code of Conduct Reporting Form](https://forms.monday.com/forms/f130e8cddb99568fa86cf077b8912a60?r=use1).
+
+### REPORTING AT MDANALYSIS EVENTS AND MEETUPS
+If you are attending an MDAnalysis event or meetup and wish to make a report that requires
+an appropriate immediate response, you may contact the ombudspersons (who will identify
+themselves at the event) or other event staff/meetup organizers. If you would prefer not to
+do that, please [submit a report](#how-to-report) to NumFOCUS, but please note it may not be
+possible for the [NumFOCUS Code of Conduct Working Group](#who-will-receive-your-report) to
+respond immediately. 
+
+Ombudspeople and event staff/meetup organizers will be happy to help participants contact
+venue security or local law enforcement, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those
+experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of the event/meetup.
+
+## WHO WILL RECEIVE YOUR REPORT
+Your report will be received and handled by the NumFOCUS Code of Conduct Working Group; trained,
+and experienced contributors with diverse backgrounds. The group is making decisions independently
+from the MDAnalysis project, PyData, NumFOCUS or any other organization. 
+
+You can learn more about the current group members, as well as the reporting procedure [HERE][NF-conduct].
+
+### ENFORCEMENT
+Based on recommendations for next steps as determined by the NumFOCUS Code of Conduct Working Group,
+the MDAnalysis project will remain responsible for making the final decision and implementing any
+resulting actions. See the [MDAnalysis team](https://www.mdanalysis.org/pages/team/#roles) page on
+the MDAnalysis website for a current list of the **MDAnalysis Code of Conduct Committee** members.
+
+Once a resolution has been agreed upon, but before it is enacted, the MDAnalysis Code of Conduct
+Committee will contact the original reporter and any other affected parties and explain the proposed
+resolution. We will ask if this resolution is acceptable and note feedback for the record. We are,
+however, not required to act on this feedback.
+
+## DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT
+MDAnalysis strives to ensure a welcoming, inclusive space for all. As a [NumFOCUS][NF] sponsored project,
+we fully support their [*Diversity & Inclusion in Scientific Computing*](https://numfocus.org/programs/diversity-inclusion)
+(DISC) mission and abide by their Diversity Statement:
+
+> *"NumFOCUS welcomes and encourages participation in our community by people of all backgrounds and identities.
+> We are committed to promoting and sustaining a culture that values mutual respect, tolerance, and learning,
+> and we work together as a community to help each other live out these values."*
+
+## ACKNOWLEDGMENT
+
+Original text courtesy of [*NumFOCUS*](https://numfocus.org/code-of-conduct), modified by MDAnalysis.
+
+All content on this page is licensed under a [*Creative Commons Attribution*](http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/)
+license. 
+
+[NF]: https://numfocus.org/
+[NF-conduct]: https://numfocus.org/code-of-conduct