This is a reminder of the rules we have set in place to protect our members mental and emotional health. We do not tolerate abusive language of any kind in our space. This group was created as a **safe space ****for all members, including our staff. Please be kind, respectful, helpful, and professional in all interactions.

UpWiSE Policies

  1. Be Respectful:  Always treat others with kindness and respect. Disagreements are okay, but keep the conversation civil and constructive.
  2. No Harassment:  Harassment of any kind, including offensive language, personal attacks, or belittling others, will not be tolerated.
  3. Constructive Feedback Only:  When offering feedback, make sure it’s helpful and supportive. Focus on the work, not the person.
  4. Respect Privacy:  Don’t share private messages or sensitive information from the channel without explicit permission.
  5. No Trolling or Disruptive Behavior:  Avoid posting messages intended to provoke or disrupt the flow of conversations.
  6. Listen to Others:  Let everyone have a chance to speak and contribute. Avoid interrupting or dominating the conversation.
  7. Be Inclusive:  Ensure your posts are welcoming and inclusive to all members, regardless of background or experience level.
  8. Support Over Criticism:  Encourage others and highlight the positive. If there’s an issue, address it with respect and a solution-oriented mindset.
  9. Use Professional Language:  Keep the tone professional and courteous at all times. Avoid using inappropriate or offensive language, This includes cursing or threatening behavior towards any member.
  10. Assume Good Intentions:  If someone’s post seems off, give them the benefit of the doubt. Ask for clarification politely before reacting.

It may help to ask yourself the following before posting or making a comment in public: “If my future boss was in this group, would I want them to see this?”

Consequences of Breaking Policy

The above policies are enforced with zero tolerance. Any community participants found to be in violation will be immediately removed from the UpWiSE community and all its platforms.