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Write rules for your community

State the group's purpose and examples of unacceptable conduct.

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Done when

People know acceptable and unacceptable behaviour.

State the group's purpose and examples of unacceptable conduct.

Who this is for

For community administrators; rules should not shame individuals.

Why this matters

Moderation decisions have a shared point of reference.

How to do it

An original activity to try, adapt or skip for your circumstances; outcomes are not guaranteed.

  1. State the group's purpose and examples of unacceptable conduct.
  2. Describe warnings, restrictions and requests for reconsideration.
  3. Have other moderators read it and announce an effective date.

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