Workplace harassment refers to unwelcome and inappropriate behavior that creates a hostile, intimidating, or offensive work environment. It can be verbal, physical, psychological, or digital, and it often involves an abuse of power or a violation of professional boundaries.

The One Neurosurgery Summit Taskforce on Professionalism and Harassment developed a foundational policy that establishes common expectations for behavior and a unified roadmap for the prompt response to untoward events. Air et al. hope that publishing this policy will inspire other medical organizations to establish their own meeting and conference policies. More importantly, we wish to bring greater attention to everyone's responsibility for ensuring a safe and respectful space for education, scientific debate, and networking during organized events ¹⁾