Community Guidlines
These rules apply when discomfort is reported, a complaint is made, or a violation is identified by the team, ensuring a balanced environment where everyone can enjoy freely without compromising the community's respect and guidelines
FREEDOM & RESPECT
- Celebrate Diversity: Embrace freedom of expression while fostering an environment where all individuals, regardless of background or beliefs, feel respected and valued.
- Listen Actively: Be open to different perspectives, and practice empathy by listening without judgment or bias.
- Inclusive Language: Use language that is welcoming and inclusive, avoiding terms that alienate, marginalize, or disrespect others (e.g., sexist, racist, or homophobic language).
- Promote Harmony: Actively contribute to maintaining a peaceful, welcoming environment by avoiding disruptive behaviors
- Foster a Safe Space: Ensure the community is free from any form of harassment, bullying, or intimidation.
- Respect Spaces: Honor the rules and purpose of each discussion space, contributing positively to the conversation.
- Safeguard Privacy: Protect the privacy of all individuals by refraining from sharing personal information without explicit consent.
- No Doxxing: Do not share another person's private information (such as addresses, phone numbers, or personal data) without permission.
- Respect Consent: Always seek explicit consent before sharing private content like screenshots or direct messages.
- Foster Positive Interactions: Cultivate an environment of positivity and mutual respect in every interaction.
- Offer Constructive Feedback: Provide feedback that is thoughtful and aimed at improvement, rather than being critical or demeaning.
- Encourage and Support: Actively uplift and encourage fellow members in their contributions, fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual growth.
COMMUNICATION
- English Priority: English is the primary and permanent language for all official governance and server-related activities.
- Primary Communication: English will be used for all administrative purposes, server announcements, and official communications to ensure clarity and uniformity.
- Server-Wide Text: For general communication by members, Hindi is prioritized as the main language for text messages across the server, except in designated secondary chat channels.
- Secondary Chat Channels: Secondary chat channels are designated for other languages as needed. Members are encouraged to use their preferred languages within these channels.
- Moderation: Moderators will monitor language use to ensure it aligns with community guidelines and maintains a respectful environment.
- Channel Decorum: Use channels according to their specific purposes to maintain organized and effective communication.
- Relevant Conversations: Keep discussions on-topic and aligned with each channel’s intended focus.
- Avoid Derailing: Avoid shifting conversations off-topic to preserve the channel’s purpose.
- Constructive Dialogue: Engage in conversations that foster mutual growth and understanding within the community.
- Questioning: Encourage learning and engagement by asking thoughtful questions.
- Respectful Debate: Conduct debates respectfully, avoiding personal attacks and fostering a constructive atmosphere.
DISCORD ETTIQUETTE
- Boundary Respect: Respect others' boundaries by refraining from unsolicited direct messages.
- Ask First: Always ask for permission before sending private messages to other members.
- No Spam: Avoid sending unsolicited links or advertisements.
- Invite Courtesy: Obtain consent before sharing server invites to maintain a comfortable environment.
- Personal Invites: Only share server invites with individuals who have expressed interest.
- Respect Policies: Follow the server’s policies on inviting new members.
ENGAGEMENT
- Clear Objectives: Establish clear goals and objectives for any event, collaboration, partnership, or team-up to ensure mutual understanding and alignment.
- Define Roles: Clearly define the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved to avoid confusion and ensure smooth execution.
- Outline Expectations: Set expectations regarding contributions, deliverables, and outcomes for all participants.
- Consent and Agreement: Ensure all parties involved agree to the terms and conditions of the collaboration or partnership.
- Written Agreements: Use written agreements or contracts to formalize collaborations and partnerships, detailing the scope, roles, and any financial arrangements.
- Obtain Permission: Seek explicit consent from all participants before using their content, likeness, or contributions in any public or promotional material.
- Transparency and Communication: Maintain open and transparent communication throughout the event or collaboration.
- Regular Updates: Provide regular updates on progress, changes, or any issues that arise to all involved parties.
- Feedback Mechanism: Implement a system for collecting and addressing feedback from participants and attendees.
- Quality and Integrity: Uphold high standards of quality and integrity in all collaborative efforts.
- Professional Conduct: Ensure all interactions are conducted professionally and respectfully.
- No Exploitation: Avoid exploiting any party’s contributions or efforts for personal gain.
- Conflict Resolution: Address any conflicts or disputes that arise during the collaboration promptly and professionally.
- Seek Mediation: Use mediation or conflict resolution techniques if disagreements cannot be resolved directly between parties.
- Document Issues: Keep records of any conflicts and the steps taken to resolve them.
- Compliance and Legalities: Ensure all events and collaborations comply with relevant laws and regulations.
- Legal Requirements: Adhere to legal requirements related to permissions, intellectual property, and financial transactions.
- Local Regulations: Follow local regulations and guidelines relevant to the event or collaboration.
- Event Execution: Ensure events are conducted smoothly and effectively, meeting the agreed-upon objectives.
- Planning and Coordination: Plan and coordinate all aspects of the event, including logistics, scheduling, and resources.
- Follow-Up: Conduct post-event follow-ups to review outcomes, gather feedback, and discuss potential improvements.
- Inclusivity and Accessibility: Make sure events and collaborations are inclusive and accessible to all participants.
- Accessibility Measures: Implement measures to accommodate participants with different needs or disabilities.
- Respectful Environment: Create an environment that welcomes and respects diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
CONTENT GUIDELINES
- Inclusivity Mandate: Ensure all content promotes inclusivity and avoids discrimination against any group or individual.
- No Hate Speech: Avoid content that is racist, sexist, homophobic, or otherwise discriminatory.
- Be Mindful: Think about how your content may be received and avoid unintentionally offensive material.
- Authentic Engagement: Encourage genuine interactions while refraining from excessive self-promotion.
- Share Thoughtfully: Share personal projects sparingly and focus on contributing to community discussions.
- Avoid Spam: Do not flood channels with repetitive messages or promotions.
- Copyright Compliance: Respect intellectual property rights by obtaining permission before sharing copyrighted material.
- Cite Sources: Always credit original creators and provide links to the source where applicable.
- Seek Permission: Obtain explicit permission before sharing content that isn’t your own.
- Promotional Integrity: Seek approval before endorsing external content or products.
- Moderation Approval: Get approval from moderators before posting promotional content.
- Transparent Motives: Be transparent about any affiliations or sponsorships.
ISSUE RESOLUTION
- Utilize Moderation Channels: Report concerns in appropriate channels for timely resolution.
- Clear Reports: Provide clear and detailed reports of issues to help moderators understand and address them.
- Follow-Up: Follow up on reports if necessary and provide additional information when requested.
- Respectful Conflict Resolution: Handle disagreements discreetly or seek mediation from staff members.
- Private Resolution: Try to resolve conflicts privately before escalating to moderators.
- Stay Calm: Approach conflicts calmly and avoid heated arguments.
COMPLAINCE UPDATES
- Discord Adherence: Follow Discord's Term of Service maintain compliance.
- Understand Rules: Familiarize yourself with Discord’s rules and how they apply to our community.
- Report Violations: Promptly report any violations of Discord’s terms.
- Stay Informed: Regularly check for updates to community guidelines and policies to ensure alignment.
- Announcements: Pay attention to announcements for any changes or updates.
- Engage: Participate in discussions about potential changes to guidelines.
- Progressive Enforcement: Prioritize community education and communication, employing bans as a last resort and offering avenues for appeal.
- Warnings First: Use warnings and educational messages before resorting to bans.
- Appeal Process: Provide clear instructions for appealing any disciplinary actions.
EQUALITY & FAIRNESS
- Equal Treatment: Ensure all members, including staff, are treated with fairness and equality.
- No Favoritism: Avoid favoritism or bias in interactions and decisions.
- Objective Actions: Make decisions based on objective criteria and guidelines.
- Address Issues: Address issues and concerns without bias to maintain a harmonious community.
- Hear All Sides: Listen to all parties involved in a dispute before making decisions.
- Transparency: Be transparent about how decisions are made and actions are taken.
FINANCE & PAYMENTS
- Transparency in Earnings: Ensure that all income earned through community-related activities (such as events, content creation, or advertisements) is transparently reported to the community and platform administrators.
- No Hidden Charges: Any payment or donation received must be clearly communicated without hidden fees or ambiguous terms.
- Fair Distribution of Earnings: Earnings from collaborative projects or community-based activities must be distributed fairly among all contributing members.
- Agreement in Advance: Establish clear agreements regarding revenue sharing before starting collaborative projects to avoid disputes later.
- Payment Method Issues: For any payment-related issues (such as delays, incorrect amounts, or processing failures), promptly report to the designated payment support channels.
- Payment Discrepancies: Any discrepancies in payment should be raised with the appropriate team immediately for investigation.
- Refund Requests: Provide clear instructions on how to request refunds or resolve payment errors.
- Adherence to Local Laws: Ensure all monetization activities comply with local, national, and international laws, including tax obligations.
- Legal Responsibility: Members involved in monetization must ensure they meet all legal and financial responsibilities, including tax filings and appropriate licenses.
- Prohibited Monetization Activities: Avoid any form of unethical or unauthorized monetization, such as usin
- g bots, spamming, or misleading advertisements to generate income.
- No Fraudulent Activity: Fraudulent activities, including scamming or making false claims about products or services, are strictly prohibited.