ForYouPage.Org (FYP) Code of Conduct

Preamble

ForYouPage.Org is a youth-led community dedicated to empowering our generation to be fiercely authentic and to drive positive social change. This Code of Conduct reflects our commitment to agency, compassion, authenticity, togetherness, and humor while fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.

Core Principles

1. Embrace Authenticity: Be fiercely yourself and respect others' authenticity.
2. Practice Compassion: Treat all individuals with kindness and respect, regardless of background or beliefs.
3. Foster Agency: Empower yourself and others to take action and make a difference.
4. Promote Transparency: Engage in open, honest communication and critical thinking.
5. Cultivate Togetherness: Build a supportive community where no one feels alone.
6. Embrace Humor: Use humor constructively to build connections and ease tensions.
7. Prioritize Grassroots Focus: Amplify underserved and marginalized youth voices.
8. Encourage Risk-Taking: Support bold actions and fearless outreach to drive change.
9. Practice Self-Care: Prioritize personal well-being as a foundation for effective advocacy.

Prohibited Behaviors

1. Anti-authenticity (Discrimination or Hate Speech): Any form of bigotry, racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or other prejudiced attacks.
2. Harassment or Bullying: Persistent, unwelcome behavior that creates a hostile environment for others.
3. Personal Attacks: Ad hominem attacks or insults directed at individuals rather than ideas. Doxing: Sharing or threatening to share private or personal information about others without consent.
4. Trolling or Intentional Disruption: Deliberately provocative or off-topic comments designed to derail discussions.
5. Spamming: Excessive self-promotion or irrelevant, repeated postings.
6. Impersonation: Pretending to be someone else or creating multiple accounts.
7. Explicit Content: Sharing sexually explicit or violent content without appropriate context or warnings.
8. Illegal Activities: Promoting or facilitating any unlawful activities.
9. Unauthorized Advertising: Commercial promotions unrelated to FYP's mission.

Examples of Unwanted Behavior

1. Making derogatory comments about someone's race, gender, sexuality, or ability.
2. Repeatedly messaging someone who has asked to be left alone.
3. Posting someone's home address or other private information.
4. Intentionally misgendering a transgender person.
5. Creating multiple accounts to manipulate discussions or voting.
6. Posting the same comment across multiple threads to gain attention.
7. Using sarcasm or patronizing language to belittle others' contributions.
8. Sharing graphic images without appropriate content warnings.
9. Encouraging others to break laws or engage in harmful activities.
10. Derailing discussions about youth advocacy to promote unrelated personal projects.

Enforcement

1. Report violations to moderators email connor@foryoupage.org.
2. Moderators will review reports promptly and take appropriate action.
3. Consequences may include content removal, account suspension, or banning.
4. Appeals can be made to the FYP Operation Team.

Conflict Resolution

1. Approach conflicts with an open mind and a willingness to understand different perspectives.
2. Use non-violent communication techniques to express concerns and needs.
3. If unable to resolve conflicts directly, seek assistance from FYP moderators or staff.

Commitment to Growth

We recognize that everyone makes mistakes. Our goal is to help community members learn and grow. Minor first-time violations will typically result in warnings and education rather than immediate harsh penalties. By participating in the FYP community and wiki, you agree to uphold these principles and contribute to a positive, inclusive environment that empowers youth to change the world through authenticity and compassion. This Code of Conduct is a living document and may evolve with our community. We welcome your input to ensure it continues to serve FYP's mission and values. Together, let's create a space where youth can be fierce, authentic, and impactful.