Academy Sets ‘Standards of Conduct’ in Wake of Sexual Misconduct Scandals

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has issued standards of conduct by which its members are expected to abide, one step in a plan to address the sexual misconduct scandals that have gripped Hollywood (and the country) in the wake of allegations against Harvey Weinstein.

“There is no place in the Academy for people who abuse their status, power or influence in a manner that violates recognized standards of decency,” reads one line of the two-paragraph statement. “The Academy is categorically opposed to any form of abuse, harassment or discrimination on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disability, age, religion, or nationality.