<p>Ask Me Anything (AMA) Community Rules and Guidelines</p>
<p>This is the lemmy.ca AmA.</p>
<p>Welcome to the Ask Me Anything (AMA) community! This is a space where individuals from various backgrounds come together to engage in open and informative discussions. To ensure a respectful, enjoyable, and inclusive experience for everyone involved, we have established the following rules and guidelines:</p>
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<p>Be Civil and Respectful:</p>
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<li>Treat all participants with respect, regardless of their background, expertise, or opinions. Personal attacks, insults, or derogatory language will not be tolerated.</li>
<li>Engage in constructive conversations, even if you disagree with the person answering the questions. Focus on addressing their responses or providing alternative viewpoints without resorting to hostility.</li>
<li>Remember that the participants are sharing their knowledge and experiences voluntarily. Appreciate their time and effort.</li>
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<p>Practice Politeness and Courtesy:</p>
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<li>Use polite and considerate language when asking questions or engaging in discussions.</li>
<li>Be patient and understanding if the person answering takes time to respond. They may receive a high volume of questions.</li>
<li>Avoid spamming or repeating the same question multiple times. Give others a chance to ask their questions as well.</li>
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<p>-Use NSFW and trigger warning TW in brackets if you talk about sensitive subject.</p>
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<p>Respect Boundaries and Privacy:</p>
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<li>Do not ask personal or invasive questions unless the participant explicitly invites such queries.</li>
<li>If a participant declines to answer a question or requests to move on from a topic, respect their boundaries without pressuring them for a response.</li>
<li>Avoid sharing personal information or disclosing sensitive details about yourself or others.</li>
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<p>Be Inclusive and Stand Against Discrimination:</p>
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<li>Respect diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Discrimination, including racism, homophobia, and transphobia, will not be tolerated.</li>
<li>Foster an environment that welcomes individuals of all races, genders, sexual orientations, religions, and identities.</li>
<li>Be mindful of your language and the potential impact it may have on others. Avoid offensive slurs or derogatory terms.</li>
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<p>Avoid Spam and Irrelevant Questions:</p>
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<li>Ensure your questions are relevant to the participant’s expertise or field of knowledge.</li>
<li>Avoid posting low-quality or repetitive questions that add little value to the discussion.</li>
<li>Respect the purpose of the AMA and avoid using it solely for self-promotion or advertising.</li>
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<p>Engage in Meaningful Discussions:</p>
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<li>Prioritize thought-provoking and insightful questions that foster engaging conversations.</li>
<li>Be open to different perspectives and use the AMA as an opportunity to learn and broaden your understanding.</li>
<li>Jokes are allowed as long as they are respectful, appropriate, and do not target or marginalize specific individuals or groups.
-If you are sarcastic, we recommend to use /s to be sure there is no confusion about your intention. Fake sarcasm will be found.</li>
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<p>Remember, these rules and guidelines are in place to ensure a positive and informative environment for all participants. Failure to comply may result in 3 strikes warnings, temporary restrictions, or permanent bans at the discretion of the moderators.</p>
<p>in the future, a mod check and balance system might be implemented .
Subject to change :
[You might appeal your ban by contacting a special appointed moderator to judge if the ban was abusive.</p>
<p>Special appointed mod can create jury like conversation with randomly chosen users with jury votes to decide if bans are legit or not.]</p>
<p>Thank you for being a part of the Ask Me Anything (AMA) community. Let’s engage in enlightening discussions, share knowledge, and create an inclusive space that values respect and diversity!</p>
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