CODE OF ETHICS, POLICY STATEMENT AND RULES OF THE MOC     UP TEAM FITNESS COMPETITION. 

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                                      Rules And Regulations  

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  By signing up for the Men Of Color Upgraded Fitness Team Runway Show & Competition Competition all teams, coaches, delegates and their producers fully acknowledge the following rules and agree to behave accordingly to this code of ethics.

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Ownership- This competition is fully owned and operated by SMUA1 (Strong Men United As 1) and its affiliated companies and contain material that is derived in whole or in part from material supplied and owned by SMUA1 and other sources. Such material is protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws. You may not modify, copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit, publicly display, prepare derivative works based on, or distribute in any way any material from the Service, including but not limited to code and software ("Material"). The MOC Up Team Competition strives to be a mentor in all men of color models experienced, and less experienced by allowing them the platform and exposure to elevate in the industry of modeling.

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 Rules and Guidelines-Teams that decides to participate and register for the MOC UP Team Modeling Competition must have a team of 5, and must comply to all the Rules and Guidelines to prevent disqualification.

1. All teams and individuals must treat all delegates, staff, judges and associates with respect and dignity.  

2. Each teams and/or individuals must conduct them self with honesty, integrity, fairness and respect to the people around them.

3. Each team and/or individuals must not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation and/or sexual expression.

4. Each team and/or individuals must be responsible at all times for the truthful and non-deceptive promotion regarding MOC UP visions.

5. Each team and/or individuals must conduct business with strict adherence to the laws of their respective legal jurisdictions, the business or professional codes existent in such jurisdiction and the particular business or profession in accordance with generally accepted business practices.

6. Each team and/or individuals must be 21 years of age and older at the time of the competition.

7. Each team and/or individuals must not at anytime falsify any documentation or give incorrect responses to judges, sponsors, and staff if asked a question.

8. Each team and/or individuals must not post or transmit any content including video, audio and text content, software or other software or other material that violates or infringes the rights of any third party including copyrights and trademarks.

9. Each team and/or individuals must not constitute or encourage  conduct that would constitute a criminal offense, or give a rise to civil liability or otherwise violate any local, state, national or international law.

10. Each team and or individuals must be on time for all rehearsals, photo shoots, private interviews, and wardrobe. 

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User Content-  The term "Content" shall include any materials or information submitted by you, including, without limitation your name, likeness, videos, photographs, recordings, writings, statements, audio materials, audiovisual materials, ideas or other material furnished by you to the MOC UP Team Competition and through the website or otherwise.

Before posting Content, you must have all the rights, licenses, permissions and consents necessary to submit the Content and to grant all of the rights that you have granted to SMUA1 and the MOC UP Team Competition in any manner and in any and all media, whether now existing or hereafter discovered, throughout the world, in perpetuity.

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USE OF NAME AND LIKENESS-  By sending  your Content, you consent to the recording, use and reuse by SMUA1, MOC UP Team Competition and their licensees, successors and assigns, of your voice, actions, likeness, name, appearance, performance, biographical material, and any other identifying information, including, without limitation, any information contained in your Content (collectively, "Personal Elements"), as edited, altered, fictionalized or modified by SMUA1, in their sole discretion, in any and all media now known or hereafter devised, throughout the world, in perpetuity, including, without limitation, in and in connection with MOC UP Team Competition, the Site, or related websites, in and in connection with any television programs and other productions, and in and in connection with advertising, promotion and publicity. You acknowledge and agree that SMUA1, MOC UP Fitness Team Competition, their licensees, successors and assigns, may use all or any part of your Personal Elements, and may make any changes that any of them may deem necessary, in their sole discretion, including altering, fictionalizing or modifying them regardless of whether or not you are recognizable.

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                                       FASHION SHOW/COMPETITION

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The MOC UP Team Competition is staged in two rounds preliminary and final. The Preliminary competitions include:   Private Interview, Stage Presence, Runway, Fitness/Swimwear/Underwear, and Casual wear.  During the competition finals an on-stage question will be presented to the final 3 teams, and other awards will also be given beside the ultimate title of Sexiest Men in the World: Top Team Photos, Top Team Runway, Top Team Swimsuit, Top Team in Synchronizing walk and  Best Team popularity(voted by the public via social media). 

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Private Interview- Private Interviews consists of an 3-5 minute interview conducted by the judges with each team.  The interview is designed to discover the teams interests, opinions, aspirations, accomplishments, poise, presence, and their ability to fulfill the responsibilities of the title.  Traditional standard for business interview attire is most appropriate; however, contemporary trends that maintain the standard of business-appropriate are acceptable.  Each interview is formatted in four specific sections:

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• Opening Statement (15 seconds or less)

• Business Interview Questions (approximately 5 minutes)

• Media/Press Round  (approximately 2 minutes)

• Closing Statement (15 seconds or less)

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The interviews will give the judges insight into the contestant’s personality, the depth of knowledge about current events, the ability to handle difficult questions, and how well each one is able to answer questions and validate their answers. The interview is structured in a manner to determine if the teams could be a well-rounded spokesperson for the national organization of SMUA1 and MOC UP.

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Stage Presence- Essentially, a good stage presence pulls the audience into the competition. It's the ability to make the audience connect with the models and envelop them in the story being told, and in turn to express what the audience feels.

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• Posing

• Facial Expressions

• Pace of Walking

• Hand Movement

• Being relaxed on stage

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Fitness/Swimwear/Underwear- Fitness/Swimwear/Underwear displays each contestant’s ability to maintain a healthy lifestyle of nutrition and physical fitness.  Judges consider each teams  sense of confidence, attractiveness, and presence.  It is important to remember that it is not about any particular body style, shape or frame.  This category is more about how well each team maintains good health, and their ability to represent the organization as a fitness/swimwear/underwear model. Criteria that will be judged are:

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• Attractiveness and Presence – Can either team be the face of the organization in the lifestyle industry?

•  Statement of Strong Physical Health – Is each team toned, firm, and physically fit?

• Modeling Ability – Does each team exhibit good posture? Does he walk with poise and confidence?

• Overall Presentation – Does each team exhibit energy, charisma, self-composure, and an attractive expression?