Inclusion & Respect Policy
Alchemy Aftercare exists to support tattoo artists studios and clients with care that is calm responsible and grounded in respect.
We work with people from every background and we believe tattoo spaces should feel safe welcoming and professional for everyone.
This policy sets the tone for how we communicate who we work with and what we expect within our community.
Our commitment
We are committed to treating everyone with dignity and respect.
We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment.
We aim to create a brand community where people are valued for who they are and where differences are respected.
This includes protecting people from unlawful discrimination under the Equality Act 2010 and related UK guidance.
What this means in practice
We welcome and support clients and artists of all backgrounds including people of different
Age
Disability
Gender identity and gender reassignment
Marriage or civil partnership
Pregnancy and maternity
Race ethnicity nationality and national origin
Religion or belief
Sex
Sexual orientation
We also recognise that inclusion is bigger than a list. It is how people are treated in real life.
Respectful behaviour
We expect respectful conduct in all interactions connected to Alchemy Aftercare including messages comments emails events and sponsored relationships.
We do not accept
Harassment bullying intimidation or threats
Hate speech or demeaning language
Targeting people based on identity appearance or personal circumstances
Repeated unwanted contact or behaviour that makes someone feel unsafe
This aligns with recognised UK best practice on preventing harassment and bullying.
Language and communication
We understand that people will not always share the same views and tattoo culture is full of strong opinions.
We are not here to police personal beliefs. We are here to set a standard of respectful behaviour.
We ask our community to
Avoid assumptions about someone’s identity
Use the language someone asks you to use
Stay open to learning
Be kind even when you disagree
Sponsorship and trade relationships
If you are sponsored by Alchemy Aftercare or represent the brand in any way you are expected to uphold this standard.
Sponsorship is a reflection of trust. We choose relationships that feel safe respectful and aligned.
If behaviour goes against this policy we may pause or end a sponsorship or partnership.
This is not about punishment. It is about protecting clients artists and the wider community.
If something goes wrong
If you experience or witness behaviour connected to Alchemy Aftercare that feels discriminatory harassing or unsafe please contact us.
We will take concerns seriously and respond thoughtfully and fairly.
Depending on the situation we may
Request more information
Set clear boundaries
Pause collaboration while we review
End a partnership if needed
We aim to handle concerns in a calm and respectful way.
A final note
Alchemy Aftercare supports tattooing as a craft and a ritual.
That means care for skin and care for people.
We can disagree without disrespect. We can have boundaries without hostility. We can build a community that feels safe without forcing anyone to be someone they are not.