Event Safety Guidelines for Global Silent Book Club Week

Here are some guidelines to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for all participants during Global Silent Book Club Week.

Discord Safety Rules for Global Silent Book Club Week

1. Account and Participation Guidelines

  • Verified accounts only
  • Participants under 13 must have parental supervision
  • No anonymous or brand new accounts without verification
  • Profile pictures must be appropriate and non-offensive

2. Communication Protocols

Text Channels

  • Use respectful, inclusive language
  • No profanity or explicit content
  • Keep conversations book and reading-related
  • No political debates or controversial discussions

Voice/Audio Channels

  • Mute when not speaking
  • No background noise
  • Use appropriate volume levels
  • No music or disruptive sounds

3. Interaction Boundaries

  • No private messaging of minors
  • No sharing personal contact information
  • Maintain professional, friendly interactions
  • Respect personal reading preferences and choices

4. Moderation Tools

  • AI-powered content filtering
  • Human moderators in all channels
  • Immediate removal for violations
  • One-strike warning system
  • Transparent reporting mechanism (“How To Report Someone on Discord” video)

5. Channel-Specific Rules

#GlobalSilentBookClubWeek

  • Book recommendations only
  • Positive, constructive conversations
  • No personal attacks
  • Respect diverse reading interests

#silent-reading-room

  • Absolute silence during reading hour
  • Low ambient background sounds allowed
  • No text or voice communication
  • Respect shared reading space

#low-murmurs-globalsilentbookclubweek

  • Friendly, welcoming conversations
  • No controversial topics
  • Focus on reading experiences
  • Encourage mutual support

6. Technical Safety

7. Reporting Procedure

  • Clear, accessible reporting button
  • Anonymous reporting option
  • Immediate investigation of complaints
  • Support resources for affected participants

8. Consent and Comfort

  • Opt-out options for any interaction
  • Respect individual reading preferences
  • Provide content warnings when discussing books
  • Create inclusive, judgment-free environment

9. Family-Friendly Commitment

  • Age-appropriate content only
  • Parental guidance resources available
  • Educational approach to online interactions
  • Celebrate reading diversity

General Rules

1. Respectful Communication

  • Use kind, inclusive language
  • No hate speech, discriminatory comments, or personal attacks
  • Respect diversity of age, race, gender, religion, and background

2. Age-Appropriate Environment

  • Maintain a family-friendly atmosphere
  • No explicit content or inappropriate language
  • Moderators monitor conversations to ensure safe interactions

3. Privacy Protection

  • Do not share personal identifying information
  • Protect yourself and others’ privacy
  • Use appropriate screen names/handles
  • No doxxing or sharing private details

4. Consent and Boundaries

  • Ask for consent before private messaging
  • Respect personal boundaries
  • No unsolicited personal communications
  • Report any uncomfortable interactions immediately

5. Moderation and Reporting

  • Clear reporting mechanism for inappropriate behavior (“How To Report Someone on Discord” video)
  • Dedicated moderators monitoring Discord channels
  • Zero tolerance for harassment
  • Immediate removal of participants violating guidelines
  • Transparent process for addressing complaints

6. Digital Wellness

  • Encourage positive, constructive interactions
  • Promote a supportive reading community
  • Provide resources for online safety
  • Remind participants they can leave at any time

7. Content Warnings

  • Optional content warning system for book discussions
  • Respect individual sensitivities
  • Provide context when discussing potentially sensitive topics

These guidelines aim to create a safe, welcoming environment for all participants during Global Silent Book Club Week.

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