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Facilitator Qualification and Code of Conduct

Article 1 — Purpose and Scope​

This document defines the qualification requirements, assessment procedures, and behavioural standards applicable to facilitators conducting activities under the European Civic Resilience Programme (ECRP).

No individual may act as an ECRP facilitator without holding a valid facilitator qualification.

Article 2 — Facilitator Qualification​

  1. Facilitator qualification is granted following successful completion of an ECRP-approved training and assessment process.
  2. The qualification certifies that the facilitator:
    • understands the principles and objectives of ECRP;
    • is capable of conducting immersive tabletop simulations in accordance with ECRP rules;
    • demonstrates appropriate facilitation skills and ethical judgement.

Article 3 — Assessment Requirements​

  1. Assessment for facilitator qualification includes:
    • evaluation of ECRP civic literacy and procedural understanding;
    • verification of familiarity with the full set of ECRP-approved games;
    • practical assessment through facilitation of at least one immersive simulation.
  2. Practical assessment shall be evaluated according to predefined qualitative criteria.

Article 4 — Validity of Qualification​

  1. Facilitator qualification is granted for a defined validity period.
  2. Continued qualification is subject to:
    • ongoing compliance with the Code of Conduct;
    • absence of substantiated violations;
    • participation in periodic review where applicable.

Article 5 — Code of Conduct​

Facilitators shall:

  • maintain political and ideological neutrality;
  • act with professionalism, respect, and restraint;
  • ensure psychological safety of participants;
  • refrain from coercive, manipulative, or directive behaviour;
  • respect confidentiality and data protection requirements.

Facilitators shall not use ECRP activities for personal, political, or commercial purposes.

Article 6 — Suspension and Withdrawal​

  1. Facilitator qualification may be suspended or withdrawn in the event of:
    • serious or repeated breaches of this Code of Conduct;
    • failure to comply with ECRP governance documents;
    • conduct incompatible with the educational objectives of ECRP.
  2. Decisions regarding suspension or withdrawal shall follow established review procedures.

Article 7 — Entry into Force​

This Facilitator Qualification and Code of Conduct enters into force upon its official publication as part of the ECRP Governance Framework.