Community Standards: Difference between revisions
From PS:1 Wiki Dev
Jump to navigationJump to search
Content deleted Content added
m Rubin110 moved page Community Code of Conduct to Community Standards |
Updated to reflect the version Lindsey put into the PDF. |
||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
= Pumping Station: One Community Standards = |
|||
{{Ambox|type=content|text=These guidelines outline expectations for behavior within the Pumping Station: One community. They are intended to supplement, but do not replace, the [[Membership agreement|Membership Agreement]]. This document is created and maintained by the community and is not legally binding. Feedback, suggestions, and discussion are welcome at [https://discord.com/channels/1270929620224704544/1316781079298052181 #governance] on Discord.}} |
|||
Assume good intent, but own your impact. If someone tells you something was hurtful, the intent doesn't erase the effect. |
|||
Don't gatekeep. Don't make people feel like they don't belong because of their skill level, tools, background, or approach. |
|||
=== Being Excellent to Each Other at PS:One === |
|||
Pumping Station: One (PS:One) is committed to providing a welcoming and harassment-free environment for people regardless of level of experience, level of ability, level of interest, gender, gender expression, sexuality, age, race, creed, color, origin, or personal experience. We believe in having a set of guidelines for individuals while in PS:One's physical or online spaces. |
|||
Ask before helping. Unsolicited advice or grabbing someone's keyboard/tools can be unwelcome. Offer, don't impose. |
|||
=== Expected Awesome Behavior === |
|||
We all work together in creating a safe physical and online space for everyone. Help the community by striving for the following awesome behavior: |
|||
Share the space. Be aware of noise, mess, and how your project affects others around you. Ask before playing music on shared speakers, or taking up table space. |
|||
# '''Respect and Inclusivity:''' Treat all individuals with respect and foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for everyone. Everyone has their own identity they choose to share in the community, and respecting that is part of being an excellent member. Discrimination, harassment, or hate speech is not welcomed in PS:One. |
|||
# '''Disengage and Listen:''' If you're asked to please disengage in unwanted conversation, are told to stop, or informed that your behavior is unwanted, please show respect by taking a step back. Be open to listen to the issue at hand, or disengage if asked. |
|||
# '''Let Others Speak:''' We all get excited by making cool things, sometimes a little too excited. Not stepping on each other by making space for others to speak makes builds growth and respect. |
|||
# '''Support Thy Maker:''' PS:One is a community of makers who like to share, teach, and collaborate. Please help the community by considering teaching a class on a subject you know others are interested in, or offering a workshop. If someone asks you for help, and you're able to, lend a hand. We all elevate each other. |
|||
# '''Privacy:''' Don't be a creep! Ask before photographing/recording someone or what they're working on. |
|||
Respect others' stuff. Don't move, borrow, or use someone else's project, tools, or materials without asking. If something looks abandoned, check before claiming it. |
|||
=== Buildings a Safe Physical Space === |
|||
Members, guests, and visitors are responsible for their own actions and belongings, are expected to leave the space cleaner than they found it, and contribute to a culture of safety. All persons must have a [https://app.waiverforever.com/pending/PMdbLqcKFq1491518230 liability form filled out] in advance of entering the space, and those under the age of 18 are not to be on the premises without a parent or legal guardian present. |
|||
Don't demand education. If someone tells you something was harmful, it's not their job to teach you why. Do your own learning. Asking someone to justify their experience puts the burden on them and derails from addressing the harm. |
|||
# '''Safety:''' Always prioritize the safety of yourself, others, and the facility. Communicate to others around you when using larger tools. Follow the directions of any volunteers, [[:Category:Hosted Areas|area host]], PS:One officers or board members. Read and adhere to all posted safety procedures and guidelines when using tools and equipment. Report any unsafe conditions or behaviors. |
|||
# '''Use of Facilities:''' Respect the space and resources provided by PS1. Outside the members (including you), there is no paid shop cleaning staff. Please leave the space cleaner than you found it, return tools to their proper places, and use equipment responsibly. Contribute back to the community by taking the trash out or asking an [[:Category:Hosted Areas|area host]] how else to help with the last 15 minutes I spend in the space. |
|||
# '''Personal Responsibility:''' This is a volunteer run organization, you help everyone by reporting any tools that are broken or break, even if you accidentally break them. The only time is it not ok to break a tool is when it goes unreported. |
|||
# '''Access to PS:One is a Privilege, Not a Right:''' If asked to not use a tool or be in a particular part of the space, please listen to others and respect signs. If you have a deadline for a project, plan ahead. Nothing at PS:One is guaranteed to be always working. |
|||
Ask before recording—and respect "no." Photos, video, and audio recording are common at a hackerspace, but not everyone wants to be captured. Before taking photos or video that include other people, ask. |
|||
=== What's Not Tolerated at PS:One === |
|||
The following actions are strictly prohibited by any members, guests, or visitors of PS:One both in the space and online: |
|||
# Disregard for personal and others safety. |
|||
# Demonstrated inability to treat any person, member, organization, or facility with respect. |
|||
# Harassment: |
|||
## '''Verbal Abuse''' |
|||
##* Slurs, insults, offensive jokes, or derogatory remarks |
|||
##* Threats of violence or retaliation |
|||
## '''Physical Harassment''' |
|||
##* Unwanted touch, intimidation, threats, or violence. |
|||
##* Stalking, nonconsensual photographing/recording of others |
|||
## '''Sexual Harassment''' |
|||
##* Unwelcome sexual advances, comments, innuendos, or sexual content. |
|||
##* Using PS:One as a dating app |
|||
## '''Cyber-harassment''' |
|||
##* Doxxing, stalking, trolling, or hostile messages online. |
|||
# Discrimination: |
|||
## '''Identity-Based Discrimination''' |
|||
##* Sexism |
|||
##* Gender Identity or Expression |
|||
##* Sexual Orientation |
|||
##* Race or Ethnicity |
|||
##* Religion or Belief |
|||
##* Disability or Neurodivergence |
|||
##* Age |
|||
##* Nationality or Immigration Status |
|||
##* Socioeconomic Status |
|||
##* Appearance |
|||
##* Skill level |
|||
##'''Exclusionary Behavior''' |
|||
##*Gatekeeping, belittling, or creating a hostile environment for anyone. |
|||
# Disruption of the community culture of respect and inclusivity |
|||
# Retaliation, punishing or ostracizing individuals for reporting misconduct. |
|||
# Violence of any kind |
|||
# The use of PS:One equipment, facilities, or network to perform any act deemed illegal by State, Federal, or Local law. |
|||
# The use of PS:One's identity/branding to promote prohibited actions external to the community. |
|||
# Intentional damage or theft of PS:One equipment or members' and guests' personal belongings. |
|||
# Invasion of privacy |
|||
# Disregard for community agreements ([[Membership agreement|Membership Agreement]], [[Bylaws]], or any other policy adopted by the membership) |
|||
Be excellent to each other. |
|||
=== Corrective Actions === |
|||
Violation of this Code of Conduct may result in actions taken by the Board of Directors or their designee, including but not limited to: |
|||
* Immediate removal from the physical space or events |
|||
* Restricted access to PS:One online spaces or online resources |
|||
* Suspension or termination of membership |
|||
* Other disciplinary action deemed necessary based on the severity of the violation |
|||
---- |
|||
=== How to Get Help === |
|||
When faced with a situation where the community code of conduct is being stepped on here's what you can do... |
|||
Pumping Station: One is a group of people who share resources and space. We have no paid positions or managers. To keep everyone working together in a productive way, we have to set some expectations for behavior. If we have to address issues with you regarding any of the following, you will face actions related to your access, which may include suspension or termination of your membership. Membership at Pumping Station: One is a privilege, not a right. We do not put up with the following: |
|||
==== Harassment, discrimination, invasion of privacy: ==== |
|||
== Safety == |
|||
# '''If you have immediate safety issues, find another member for help or leave the space''', following up by contacting the [[Dispute Resolution Committee]] after you're somewhere safe. |
|||
# If you are comfortable, tell the person to stop or to disengage, following up by contracting the [[Dispute Resolution Committee]] if the situation isn't correct. |
|||
# Seek out an [[:Category:Hosted Areas|area host]], PS:One officer or [mailto:board@pumpingstationone.org board member] for help. |
|||
# Contact the [[Dispute Resolution Committee]] |
|||
# Seek out aid through [https://discord.com/channels/1270929620224704544/1270929621289799873 #general] on Discord. |
|||
* Violence or physical intimidation of any kind |
|||
==== Violence: ==== |
|||
* Using tools or equipment in an unsafe manner |
|||
* Using tools or equipment not authorized to use |
|||
* Using tools or equipment while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any substance that affects your judgment or coordination |
|||
* Putting others in a dangerous situation due to proximity or other factors |
|||
* Not following the guidelines of a specific area or the recommendation or intervention of specific area hosts or volunteers |
|||
== Community == |
|||
# '''If you have immediate concerns of violence, yell for help and dial 911''' |
|||
# Notify people through [https://discord.com/channels/1270929620224704544/1270929621289799873 #general] on Discord. |
|||
# Email info@pumpingstationone.org with a report |
|||
* Sustained disruption of talks, events, or others' work |
|||
==== Shop safety and cleanliness: ==== |
|||
* Violating membership agreement or tidy space policy |
|||
If someone is using a tool not safely: |
|||
* Retaliation against anyone for reporting an incident, tidy space ticketing, or participating in dispute resolution |
|||
* Attempts to castigate, punish, or remove a member, including attempts at social "cancellation" |
|||
* Illegal activity - using Pumping Station: One, its equipment, or its network for anything illegal |
|||
* Theft of any kind (from the space or another member) |
|||
* Using Pumping Station: One for sexual activity |
|||
* Living or sleeping at Pumping Station: One |
|||
== Harassment == |
|||
# Ask them to be safe |
|||
# Seek out an [[:Category:Hosted Areas|area host]] |
|||
# Notify people through the area's channel on Discord. |
|||
* Continued behavior after being asked to "stop" or told "no" |
|||
If there's a safety concern you see in an area: |
|||
* Negative and offensive comments related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, mental illness, neurodivergence, physical appearance, body size, age, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, socio-economic status, education level, or housing situation |
|||
* Unwelcome comments about a person's lifestyle choices, including those related to food, health, parenting, relationships, or employment |
|||
# Let other members near you know |
|||
* Deliberate misgendering or use of rejected names ("deadnaming") |
|||
# Seek out an [[:Category:Hosted Areas|area host]] |
|||
* Gratuitous or off-topic sexual images or behavior |
|||
# Tag the tool or area as unsafe |
|||
* Unwelcome sexual attention or physical contact |
|||
# Notify people through the area's channel on Discord. |
|||
* Continued one-on-one communication after requests to cease |
|||
* Deliberate "outing" of any aspect of a person's identity without their consent |
|||
==== Retaliation: ==== |
|||
* Harassing photography or recording, including logging online activity for harassment purposes |
|||
* Deliberately blocking someone from moving about or leaving |
|||
# If you feel that a PS:One officer or board member is retaliating against you, contact the [[Dispute Resolution Committee]] |
|||
* Stalking or following |
|||
# If you feel that someone on the Dispute Resolution Committee is retaliating against you, contact the [mailto:board@pumpingstationone.org board of directors]. |
|||
* Threats of violence, including incitement of violence toward any individual |
|||
* Encouraging a person to engage in self-harm |
|||
This document is not all-inclusive of the behaviors encouraged or prohibited but provides a framework for how to act as a member, guest, or visitor of Pumping Station: One. |
|||
Latest revision as of 02:52, 19 March 2026
Pumping Station: One Community Standards
Assume good intent, but own your impact. If someone tells you something was hurtful, the intent doesn't erase the effect.
Don't gatekeep. Don't make people feel like they don't belong because of their skill level, tools, background, or approach.
Ask before helping. Unsolicited advice or grabbing someone's keyboard/tools can be unwelcome. Offer, don't impose.
Share the space. Be aware of noise, mess, and how your project affects others around you. Ask before playing music on shared speakers, or taking up table space.
Respect others' stuff. Don't move, borrow, or use someone else's project, tools, or materials without asking. If something looks abandoned, check before claiming it.
Don't demand education. If someone tells you something was harmful, it's not their job to teach you why. Do your own learning. Asking someone to justify their experience puts the burden on them and derails from addressing the harm.
Ask before recording—and respect "no." Photos, video, and audio recording are common at a hackerspace, but not everyone wants to be captured. Before taking photos or video that include other people, ask.
Be excellent to each other.
Pumping Station: One is a group of people who share resources and space. We have no paid positions or managers. To keep everyone working together in a productive way, we have to set some expectations for behavior. If we have to address issues with you regarding any of the following, you will face actions related to your access, which may include suspension or termination of your membership. Membership at Pumping Station: One is a privilege, not a right. We do not put up with the following:
Safety
- Violence or physical intimidation of any kind
- Using tools or equipment in an unsafe manner
- Using tools or equipment not authorized to use
- Using tools or equipment while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any substance that affects your judgment or coordination
- Putting others in a dangerous situation due to proximity or other factors
- Not following the guidelines of a specific area or the recommendation or intervention of specific area hosts or volunteers
Community
- Sustained disruption of talks, events, or others' work
- Violating membership agreement or tidy space policy
- Retaliation against anyone for reporting an incident, tidy space ticketing, or participating in dispute resolution
- Attempts to castigate, punish, or remove a member, including attempts at social "cancellation"
- Illegal activity - using Pumping Station: One, its equipment, or its network for anything illegal
- Theft of any kind (from the space or another member)
- Using Pumping Station: One for sexual activity
- Living or sleeping at Pumping Station: One
Harassment
- Continued behavior after being asked to "stop" or told "no"
- Negative and offensive comments related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, mental illness, neurodivergence, physical appearance, body size, age, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, socio-economic status, education level, or housing situation
- Unwelcome comments about a person's lifestyle choices, including those related to food, health, parenting, relationships, or employment
- Deliberate misgendering or use of rejected names ("deadnaming")
- Gratuitous or off-topic sexual images or behavior
- Unwelcome sexual attention or physical contact
- Continued one-on-one communication after requests to cease
- Deliberate "outing" of any aspect of a person's identity without their consent
- Harassing photography or recording, including logging online activity for harassment purposes
- Deliberately blocking someone from moving about or leaving
- Stalking or following
- Threats of violence, including incitement of violence toward any individual
- Encouraging a person to engage in self-harm
