Building a Positive Community: Guidelines for Mineral Matters
Welcome to Mineral Matters, a global community for mineral enthusiasts! We're excited to have you join us on this journey of exploration and discovery. To foster a respectful and engaging environment for all members, we've established some community guidelines:
Do:
Be respectful: Treat fellow members with courtesy and kindness. Engage in constructive and civil discussions, even when you disagree.
Share your knowledge: Feel free to share your expertise, experiences, and valuable insights with the community.
Ask questions: We encourage curiosity! Don't hesitate to ask questions and seek help from other members.
Be helpful: Assist your fellow mineral enthusiasts whenever possible by offering advice, sharing resources, and fostering a spirit of collaboration.
Promote responsible collecting: Advocate for ethical and sustainable collecting practices that respect the environment and local regulations.
Post relevant content: Ensure your posts and discussions stay on topic and contribute meaningfully to the Mineral Matters community.
Don't:
Engage in personal attacks or harassment: Treat each other with respect, even if you disagree. Avoid offensive language, name-calling, or any form of bullying.
Post discriminatory or hateful content: Mineral Matters welcomes diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Content that promotes discrimination, hate speech, or harmful stereotypes will not be tolerated.
Spam or advertise: This platform is intended for genuine discussion and sharing, not for commercial purposes. Please refrain from spamming or promoting irrelevant products or services.
Post confidential information: Respect the privacy of others and avoid sharing personal information without their consent.
Post inaccurate or misleading information: Strive to share accurate and verifiable information. If unsure about something, clarify or research before posting.
Moderation:
The Mineral Matters team reserves the right to remove content that violates these guidelines or disrupts the positive and productive atmosphere of the community. We also encourage members to report any misconduct by flagging inappropriate content.
By following these guidelines, we can all contribute to building a thriving and enriching community for mineral enthusiasts around the world. Thank you for your cooperation!
