From 03e7fa275d614b39bfa122b8fd808669426dc934 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: David Booth Date: Tue, 28 Feb 2023 12:52:52 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 1/4] Create ListModeration.md --- ListModeration.md | 14 ++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 14 insertions(+) create mode 100644 ListModeration.md diff --git a/ListModeration.md b/ListModeration.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..42cd1a0 --- /dev/null +++ b/ListModeration.md @@ -0,0 +1,14 @@ +# List Moderation Guidance + +Creation of an email list creates a moral obligation to ensure that it is not used for harmful purposes. +Every W3C list has one or more moderators. By default, the moderators are the group's chairs, the list's maintainers or W3C administrators, +but specific individuals may also be appointed as moderators. The purpose of list moderation is to ensure that the list is used in keeping with W3C's mission and values. + +## Moderator Guidelines + +- Ensure that list participants abide by the [W3C Code of Professional Conduct](https://www.w3.org/Consortium/cepc/) (CPC). + - Flagrant violations of the CPC should be addressed on list and should identify the offending message -- even if there is also private follow-up -- in order to clearly convey W3C's commitment to the CPC. + - A pattern of repeated subtle violations of the CPC should be addressed on list without specifically calling out offending message, but should remind the readership of the CPC and general principle that was violated. The tone of the message should assume that the offense was unintentional and should explain how the messages can be viewed as harmful. + - Subtle or one-time minor violations of the CPC should be addressed with a private communication to the offender. The private communication should assume that the offense was unintentional, should explain why it was offensive, and should point the offender to the CPC. + - gently reminding the offender of + - From db223410c104c95d52902d715b6cd935de1ae0fe Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: David Booth Date: Fri, 3 Mar 2023 07:20:03 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 2/4] Update ListModeration.md --- ListModeration.md | 24 ++++++++++++++++-------- 1 file changed, 16 insertions(+), 8 deletions(-) diff --git a/ListModeration.md b/ListModeration.md index 42cd1a0..f4b0005 100644 --- a/ListModeration.md +++ b/ListModeration.md @@ -1,14 +1,22 @@ # List Moderation Guidance -Creation of an email list creates a moral obligation to ensure that it is not used for harmful purposes. -Every W3C list has one or more moderators. By default, the moderators are the group's chairs, the list's maintainers or W3C administrators, +Every email list creates an obligation to ensure that it is not used for harmful purposes. +By default, a list's moderators are the group's chairs, the list's maintainers or W3C administrators, but specific individuals may also be appointed as moderators. The purpose of list moderation is to ensure that the list is used in keeping with W3C's mission and values. ## Moderator Guidelines -- Ensure that list participants abide by the [W3C Code of Professional Conduct](https://www.w3.org/Consortium/cepc/) (CPC). - - Flagrant violations of the CPC should be addressed on list and should identify the offending message -- even if there is also private follow-up -- in order to clearly convey W3C's commitment to the CPC. - - A pattern of repeated subtle violations of the CPC should be addressed on list without specifically calling out offending message, but should remind the readership of the CPC and general principle that was violated. The tone of the message should assume that the offense was unintentional and should explain how the messages can be viewed as harmful. - - Subtle or one-time minor violations of the CPC should be addressed with a private communication to the offender. The private communication should assume that the offense was unintentional, should explain why it was offensive, and should point the offender to the CPC. - - gently reminding the offender of - - +W3C list moderation typically requires only a very light touch. + +Main responsibilities: +- Follow all posted content, at least enough to notice whether any content violates W3C policies. +- Ensure that list participants abide by the [W3C Code of Professional Conduct](https://www.w3.org/Consortium/cepc/) (CPC). The enforcement approach should depend on the circumstances: + - First-time minor violations of the CPC should be addressed with a private communication to the offender. The private communication should assume that the offense was unintentional, should explain why it was offensive, and should point the offender to the CPC. + - A pattern of repeated subtle violations of the CPC should be addressed on list without specifically calling out the offending message, but should remind the readership of the CPC and general principle that was violated. The tone of the message should assume that the offense was unintentional and should explain how the messages can be viewed as harmful. + - Flagrant violations of the CPC should be addressed on list and should identify the offending message -- even if there is also private follow-up -- in order to clearly convey W3C's commitment to the CPC. Particularly egregious violations should be brought to a W3C Ombud. Any violation involving a threat to life or property should be reported to police. +- Remove malware links and spam. + +Rarely needed, but sometimes helpful: +- Help start productive conversations. +- Thank authors for particularly insightful posts. This can be done privately (off list), but occasional on-list accolades are also helpful. +- Gently guide conversations in a more productive direction if they get too far off track. From 64559d6224ee7258f2d0c910625a51011d4067f0 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: David Booth Date: Tue, 21 Mar 2023 20:23:17 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 3/4] Addressed comments from issues list and 3/14/2023 meeting --- ForumModeration.md | 22 ++++++++++++++++++++++ ListModeration.md | 22 ---------------------- 2 files changed, 22 insertions(+), 22 deletions(-) create mode 100644 ForumModeration.md delete mode 100644 ListModeration.md diff --git a/ForumModeration.md b/ForumModeration.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..ba2f8c3 --- /dev/null +++ b/ForumModeration.md @@ -0,0 +1,22 @@ +# W3C Discussion Forum Moderation Guidance + +Every email list, issues list or other discussion forum creates an obligation to ensure that it is not used for harmful purposes. +By default, a forum's moderators are the group's chairs, maintainers or W3C administrators, +but specific individuals may also be appointed as moderators. The purpose of moderation is to ensure that the forum is used in keeping with W3C's mission and values. + +## Moderator Guidelines + +Moderation of a discussion forum typically requires only a very light touch. + +Often helpful: +- Start productive conversations. +- Thank authors for particularly insightful posts. This can be done privately, but occasional public accolades are also helpful. +- Gently guide conversations in a more productive direction if they get too far off track. +- Guide discussions toward actionable closure. + +Other responsibilities: +- Follow all posted content, at least enough to notice whether any content violates W3C policies. +- Ensure that list participants abide by the [W3C Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct](https://www.w3.org/Consortium/cepc/) (CEPC). +- If a suspected violation of the CEPC occurs, refer to the [Dispute Resolution Guidance](https://github.com/w3c/PWETF/blob/main/DisputeResolution.md) for handling it. +- Remove malware links and spam. + diff --git a/ListModeration.md b/ListModeration.md deleted file mode 100644 index f4b0005..0000000 --- a/ListModeration.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,22 +0,0 @@ -# List Moderation Guidance - -Every email list creates an obligation to ensure that it is not used for harmful purposes. -By default, a list's moderators are the group's chairs, the list's maintainers or W3C administrators, -but specific individuals may also be appointed as moderators. The purpose of list moderation is to ensure that the list is used in keeping with W3C's mission and values. - -## Moderator Guidelines - -W3C list moderation typically requires only a very light touch. - -Main responsibilities: -- Follow all posted content, at least enough to notice whether any content violates W3C policies. -- Ensure that list participants abide by the [W3C Code of Professional Conduct](https://www.w3.org/Consortium/cepc/) (CPC). The enforcement approach should depend on the circumstances: - - First-time minor violations of the CPC should be addressed with a private communication to the offender. The private communication should assume that the offense was unintentional, should explain why it was offensive, and should point the offender to the CPC. - - A pattern of repeated subtle violations of the CPC should be addressed on list without specifically calling out the offending message, but should remind the readership of the CPC and general principle that was violated. The tone of the message should assume that the offense was unintentional and should explain how the messages can be viewed as harmful. - - Flagrant violations of the CPC should be addressed on list and should identify the offending message -- even if there is also private follow-up -- in order to clearly convey W3C's commitment to the CPC. Particularly egregious violations should be brought to a W3C Ombud. Any violation involving a threat to life or property should be reported to police. -- Remove malware links and spam. - -Rarely needed, but sometimes helpful: -- Help start productive conversations. -- Thank authors for particularly insightful posts. This can be done privately (off list), but occasional on-list accolades are also helpful. -- Gently guide conversations in a more productive direction if they get too far off track. From d6fc97e723a5fd2c359b89d87dd484bbeaf0480a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: David Booth Date: Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:22:55 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 4/4] Deleted 'list' --- ForumModeration.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/ForumModeration.md b/ForumModeration.md index ba2f8c3..1c49417 100644 --- a/ForumModeration.md +++ b/ForumModeration.md @@ -16,7 +16,7 @@ Often helpful: Other responsibilities: - Follow all posted content, at least enough to notice whether any content violates W3C policies. -- Ensure that list participants abide by the [W3C Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct](https://www.w3.org/Consortium/cepc/) (CEPC). +- Ensure that participants abide by the [W3C Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct](https://www.w3.org/Consortium/cepc/) (CEPC). - If a suspected violation of the CEPC occurs, refer to the [Dispute Resolution Guidance](https://github.com/w3c/PWETF/blob/main/DisputeResolution.md) for handling it. - Remove malware links and spam.