CODE OF CONDUCT
This Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for community member behavior as well as the consequences for unacceptable behavior. All decisions regarding appropriate or inappropriate conduct are at our sole discretion.
EXPECTED AND ENCOURAGED BEHAVIOR
- Be considerate, kind, respectful and collaborative.
- Refrain from any kind of demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing speech and behavior.
- Don’t seek to argue, be ready to understand different perspectives and views.
- Be mindful of your online presence and those of your fellow community members. Alert moderators if you witness an inappropriate situation or someone in distress.
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR
- Unacceptable behaviors include but are not limited to: intimidating, harassing, discriminatory, abusive, derogatory or demeaning conduct by any community members.
- Harassment includes but is not limited to: offensive verbal comments related to (but not limited to) race, gender, gender identity and expression, disability, national origin, religion, relationship status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other protected category; inappropriate use of nudity and/or sexual images; deliberate intimidation, stalking, inappropriate contact, and unwelcome sexual attention.
- Written, verbal or other abuse, intimidation, threatening, harassment, stalking and/or spamming of any person in any manner that is disruptive, disturbing, dangerous, or causes fear in any person, in our sole discretion.
- Failure to abide by all applicable laws, regulations, and community guidelines when participating in the community and platform. Do not engage in illegal activities, including but not limited to, copyright infringement, fraud, unauthorized access to systems or data, promotion of illegal products or activities, or promotion of any regulated products or services including pharmaceuticals, alcohol, or gambling.
SCOPE
We expect all community members to uphold the principles of this Code of Conduct. This Code of Conduct covers all our community platforms and interactions, and all related events (social or otherwise).
CONSEQUENCES OF UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR
Unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated. Anyone asked to stop inappropriate behavior is expected to comply immediately. Moderators will take appropriate action once violations are identified. Consequences may include expulsion from the community without warning.
Report all Code of Conduct violations to Admins/Moderators.
The above policies may be revised at any time and are non-negotiable. This Code of Conduct is without prejudice to our rights, all of which it expressly reserves.