Rules of Engagement

No Harassment or Bullying: Do not tolerate any form of harassment, bullying, or intimidation among community members.

No Hate Speech: Prohibit any content that promotes hate speech, discrimination, or violence against individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.

No Spamming: Prevent and remove spam, including repetitive messages, irrelevant links, and unsolicited advertisements.

No Sharing of Personal Information: Ensure that members do not share personal information such as addresses, phone numbers, or financial details.

No Inappropriate Content: Ban the sharing of explicit, obscene, or otherwise inappropriate content.

No Impersonation: Do not allow members to impersonate others, including other community members, moderators, or public figures.

No Unauthorized Promotions: Prohibit unauthorized promotions, including self-promotion and promotion of external products or services without prior approval.

No Misinformation: Actively combat the spread of false information, rumors, and conspiracy theories.

No Illegal Activities: Ensure that no illegal activities are promoted or conducted within the community.

Respect Platform Rules: Adhere to the specific rules and guidelines of the platform being used (e.g., Discord, Reddit, Facebook).

No Toxic Behavior: Foster a positive and respectful environment by discouraging toxic behavior and language.

No Plagiarism: Ensure that all shared content respects copyright laws and does not plagiarize others’ work.

No Unauthorized Bots: Do not allow the use of unauthorized bots or automated scripts that could disrupt the community.

No Doxxing: Strictly prohibit doxxing, which involves sharing private or identifying information about individuals without their consent.

No Off-Topic Posts: Keep discussions relevant to the community’s purpose and guidelines, and manage off-topic posts appropriately.

No Trolling: Actively discourage and manage trolling behavior that aims to provoke or upset other members.

No Scamming: Be vigilant against scams and fraudulent schemes targeting community members.

No Infringement of Intellectual Property: Ensure that all content shared respects intellectual property rights and does not infringe on copyrights or trademarks.

No Unauthorized Surveys or Data Collection: Prohibit unauthorized surveys or data collection efforts that could compromise members’ privacy.

Regular Updates and Communication: Maintain regular communication with the community about rules, updates, and any changes to guidelines to ensure transparency and trust.

Encourage Constructive Feedback: Foster an environment where members feel comfortable providing constructive feedback and suggestions for community improvement.

Promote Inclusivity: Actively promote inclusivity and diversity within the community, ensuring that all members feel welcome and valued.

Conflict Resolution: Implement clear procedures for resolving conflicts and disputes among members in a fair and impartial manner.

Regular Training: Provide ongoing training for moderators to keep them updated on best practices, platform changes, and new moderation tools.

Transparency in Actions: Maintain transparency in moderation actions, such as explaining the reasons for bans or content removal to the affected members.

Encourage Positive Contributions: Recognize and reward positive contributions from members, such as helpful posts, creative content, or acts of kindness.

Monitor Mental Health: Be mindful of the mental health and well-being of both community members and moderators, offering support and resources when needed.

Data Privacy: Ensure that all data collected from members is handled in accordance with privacy laws and best practices, protecting their personal information.

Emergency Protocols: Establish protocols for handling emergencies, such as security breaches or significant disruptions, to ensure a swift and effective response.

Feedback Loop: Create a feedback loop where members can report issues or suggest improvements, and ensure that their input is considered and acted upon.