D5.3_Protocols for Periodic Update

This deliverable defines the governance and operational mechanisms for the periodic updating of the XR4HUMAN Code of Conduct for Equitable, Inclusive, and Human-Centred XR Technologies. Developed under Work Package 5, the document ensures that the Code remains a living, collaborative, and authoritative reference for ethical XRdevelopment in Europe. It outlines the processes for stakeholder consultation, dissemination, and transparent version control, managed by XR4Europe in coordination with a growing governance committee that includes research institutions, industry partners, and observatory representatives from European funding and policy bodies. Over the next five years, the Code will continue to evolve through regular biannual reviews and community feedback. The longterm ambition is to develop a recognisable ethical certification or badge derived from the Code, supporting market competitiveness and establishing a strong European XR brand identity built on trust, inclusivity, and human-centred design principles