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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 reflectsserves as both our ethical framework and operational guideline. It embodies our commitment to agency,radical compassion,self-love, authenticity,collective togetherness,accountability, and humoryouth empowerment while fosteringproviding aclear safestructures for governance and inclusivedecision-making. environmentEvery forrule alland participants.process exists to support our core mission: empowering youth to be authentic changemakers while prioritizing their well-being.

Core PrinciplesValues in Action

1. Agency & Self-Love

  • Personal well-being takes precedence over organizational goals
  • Members must actively protect their boundaries
  • All tasks and commitments are voluntary
  • No monetary incentives for core roles
  • Regular well-being check-ins required

2. Collective Accountability

  • Strike system enforces healthy boundaries
  • Task dependencies must be clearly communicated
  • Regular status updates required
  • Transparent decision-making processes
  • Community-driven enforcement

3. Compassionate Leadership

  • Non-violent communication required
  • Conflicts addressed through mediation
  • Support before sanctions
  • Learning-oriented feedback
  • Inclusive decision-making

4. Radical Openness

  • Transparent governance
  • Open documentation
  • Accessible knowledge sharing
  • Clear communication channels
  • Regular community updates

5. Joy & Authenticity

  • Fun integrated into work
  • Authentic expression encouraged
  • Celebration of successes
  • Humor in communication
  • Social connection valued

Operational Structure

A. Role Definitions & Transitions

FYP Associates

Rights:

  • Full voting rights
  • Project leadership
  • Resource access
  • Official affiliation

Responsibilities:

  • Attend bi-weekly meetings
  • Participate in decisions
  • Mentor others
  • Maintain active status
  • Update task status

FYP Assistants

Rights:

  • Project participation
  • Resource access
  • Learning opportunities
  • Community participation

Responsibilities:

  • Regular check-ins
  • Task completion
  • Communication
  • Learning engagement

B. Task Management System

Assignment Process

  1. EmbraceClear Authenticity:scope Be fiercely yourself and respect others' authenticity.definition
  2. PracticeCapacity Compassion: Treat all individuals with kindness and respect, regardless of background or beliefs.check
  3. FosterDependency Agency: Empower yourself and others to take action and make a difference.mapping
  4. PromoteTimeline Transparency: Engage in open, honest communication and critical thinking.agreement
  5. CultivateRegular 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.updates

Prohibited

Strike Behaviors

System

Purpose: Encourage self-awareness and boundary setting

Rules:

  1. Anti-authenticity (Discrimination

    Strike orearned Hatefor:

    Speech):
      Any
    • Missed formdependencies
    • Uncommunicated delays
    • Pattern of bigotry,non-completion
      • racism,
    sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or other prejudiced attacks.
  2. Harassment or

    Consequences:

    Bullying:
      Persistent,
    • Three unwelcomestrikes behavior→ that creates a hostile environment for others.Intervention
    • PersonalTwo Attacks:more Adstrikes hominem→ attacksDisciplinary or insults directed at individuals rather than ideas. Doxing: Sharing or threatening to share private or personal information about others without consent.hearing
    • TrollingHearing oroutcomes Intentionalmay Disruption:include: Deliberately
        provocative
      • Role or off-topic comments designed to derail discussions.transition
      • Spamming: Excessive self-promotion or irrelevant, repeated postings.Probation
      • Impersonation:Project Pretending to be someone else or creating multiple accounts.reassignment
      • ExplicitTemporary Content:suspension
        • Sharing
      sexually
      • explicit
    or violent content without appropriate context or warnings.
  3. Illegal Activities:

    Reset PromotingPeriod:

    or
      facilitating
    • Strikes anyreset unlawful activities.annually
    • UnauthorizedSuccessful Advertising:intervention Commercialclears promotions1 unrelatedstrike
      • to
    FYP's mission.

Examples

C. ofDecision-Making UnwantedFramework

Behavior

Consensus Required (2/3 Majority)

  • Governance changes
  • Strategic roadmap
  • Associate approval
  • Identity changes
  • Partnership agreements

Simple Majority

  • Operational decisions
  • Project plans
  • Resource allocation
  • Event planning
  • Community initiatives

D. Community Protection

Underrepresented Youth Protections

  1. Making derogatory

    Representation commentsRequirements

    about
      someone's
    • Minimum race,40% gender,leadership sexuality, or ability.diversity
    • RepeatedlyMultiple messaginggeographic someoneregions
      • who
    • Various hassocioeconomic askedbackgrounds

  2. Resource Allocation

    • Priority access to be left alone.support
    • PostingFlexible someone'sparticipation home address or other private information.options
    • IntentionallyTechnology misgendering a transgender person.assistance
    • CreatingLanguage multiplesupport
      • accounts
    to manipulate discussions or voting.
  3. Posting the

    Safe sameSpace commentPolicies

    across
      multiple
    • Zero threadstolerance tofor gain attention.discrimination
    • UsingActive sarcasminclusion or patronizing language to belittle others' contributions.practices
    • SharingCultural graphicsensitivity images without appropriate content warnings.training
    • EncouragingAccessibility othersrequirements
      • to
    break laws or engage in harmful activities.
  4. Derailing discussions

    Voice aboutAmplification

    youth
      advocacy
    • Protected tospeaking promotetime
      • unrelated
    • Dedicated personalplatforms
      • projects.
    • Mentorship programs
    • Leadership pathways

E. Conflict Resolution

Three-Tier System

  1. Peer Mediation

    • Voluntary process
    • Trained peer mediators
    • Focus on understanding
    • Written agreements

  2. Formal Resolution

    • Independent committee review
    • Structured hearing process
    • Documentation required
    • Appeal options

  3. Emergency Response

    • Immediate intervention
    • Safety measures
    • External support
    • Follow-up required

Resolution Principles

  1. Non-violent communication
  2. Equal voice opportunity
  3. Focus on learning
  4. Restoration over punishment
  5. Community healing

Enforcement & Review

Regular Review Cycle

  • Quarterly policy review
  • Annual major updates
  • Community feedback sessions
  • Impact assessment

Enforcement Bodies

  1. ReportOperation violationsTeam to moderators email connor@foryoupage.org.(daily)
  2. ModeratorsIndependent willCommittee review reports promptly and take appropriate action.(escalations)
  3. ConsequencesCommunity mayAssembly include(major content removal, account suspension, or banning.issues)
  4. AppealsIndependent canBoard be made to the FYP Operation Team.(oversight)

ConflictAmendment ResolutionProcess

Proposal

  • Any Associate can propose
  • Written submission required
  • Community discussion period
  • Impact assessment needed

Ratification

  1. ApproachCommittee conflicts with an open mind and a willingness to understand different perspectives.review
  2. UseCommunity non-violent communication techniques to express concerns and needs.feedback
  3. IfAssociate unablevote to(2/3 resolverequired)
    4. conflicts
  4. Independent directly,Board seek assistance from FYP moderators or staff.approval

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 andthat may evolveevolves with our community. WeIt welcomeshould yourbe inputreviewed regularly and updated to ensurereflect itour continues to serve FYP's missiongrowth and values. Together, let's create a space where youth can be fierce, authentic, and impactful.learning.

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