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NeuroFediverse Rules

NeuroFediverse is a neurodivergent-friendly space. These rules exist to create safety, clarity, and predictability — not to police tone or punish people for honest mistakes.

If you’re unsure about something, it’s okay to ask.

1. Be Respectful and Assume Good Faith​

  • Treat others with basic respect
  • Different communication styles are valid
  • Avoid harassment, dogpiling, or hostile behavior
  • Do not intentionally provoke or bait others

Disagreements are allowed. Abuse is not.

2. No Hate or Bigotry​

The following are not allowed:

  • Racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, or similar hate
  • Slurs or dehumanizing language
  • Attacks on people for protected characteristics

NeuroFediverse centers marginalized and neurodivergent people. Hate has no place here.

  • Do not pressure others to respond, explain themselves, or engage
  • Respect requests for content warnings or topic boundaries
  • Do not stalk, harass, or repeatedly message someone who has disengaged

Silence is a valid response.

4. Content Warnings Matter​

  • Use content warnings (CW) for potentially distressing topics
  • When asked to add a CW, please do so without argument
  • Avoid surprise graphic or explicit content

This helps everyone self-regulate their experience.

5. No Harassment or Dogpiling​

  • Do not organize attacks, callouts, or mass replies
  • Do not shame or mock others publicly
  • Report issues instead of escalating them

Moderation exists so you don’t have to fight.

6. No Illegal or Harmful Content​

This includes (but is not limited to):

  • Illegal content or activity
  • Threats of violence or encouragement of harm
  • Non-consensual sexual content
  • Exploitation or abuse

These will result in immediate action.

7. Protect Privacy​

  • Do not share private or identifying information without consent
  • No doxxing or hinting at private details
  • Respect anonymity and pseudonyms

Your safety and privacy matter.

8. Follow Moderator Guidance​

  • Moderators aim to be clear, calm, and fair
  • If a moderator asks you to stop or adjust behavior, please comply
  • Appeals or questions can be made respectfully

Moderation decisions are made with community safety in mind.

Enforcement & Expectations​

  • Not every mistake leads to punishment
  • Clear boundaries will be communicated when possible
  • Repeated or severe violations may result in warnings, mutes, or bans

Our goal is harm reduction, not punishment.

Final Note​

You are allowed to exist here without performing, masking, or constantly engaging.

If something feels unsafe or confusing, reach out to the moderation team.

Thank you for helping keep NeuroFediverse a calm and welcoming place.