Platform Guidelines
Essential guidelines and best practices for using the Integrate Pasifika platform. Learn about platform etiquette, data privacy, communication protocols, and content sharing rules.
Platform Etiquette
Do's
- Be respectful and inclusive in all communications
- Use clear, professional language
- Acknowledge and respect cultural differences
- Provide constructive feedback and support
- Share relevant and valuable content
Don'ts
- Use offensive or discriminatory language
- Spam communities with irrelevant content
- Engage in personal attacks or harassment
- Share confidential or sensitive information
- Ignore community-specific guidelines
Data Privacy & Security
Do's
- Use strong, unique passwords
- Keep your account information secure
- Review privacy settings regularly
- Report suspicious activity immediately
- Respect others' privacy preferences
Don'ts
- Share your login credentials
- Post personal information without consent
- Access others' private content
- Use the platform for unauthorized purposes
- Ignore security notifications
Communication Protocols
Do's
- Use appropriate channels for different topics
- Respond to messages in a timely manner
- Use clear subject lines and descriptions
- Tag relevant community members when needed
- Follow community-specific communication rules
Don'ts
- Send unsolicited messages to members
- Use all-caps or excessive formatting
- Share private conversations without permission
- Ignore community communication guidelines
- Engage in off-topic discussions
Content Sharing & Collaboration
Do's
- Share relevant, high-quality content
- Provide proper attribution for sources
- Use appropriate file formats and sizes
- Organize content with clear titles and descriptions
- Collaborate respectfully with other members
Don'ts
- Share copyrighted material without permission
- Upload inappropriate or offensive content
- Share content without proper context
- Ignore community content guidelines
- Use the platform for commercial advertising
Cultural Considerations
Pacific Cultural Sensitivity
Respect and honor Pacific cultural traditions and protocols
- Acknowledge traditional knowledge and practices
- Respect cultural protocols and ceremonies
- Use appropriate language and terminology
- Consider cultural context in communications
- Support indigenous knowledge sharing
Inclusive Communication
Ensure all communications are inclusive and accessible
- Use inclusive language and terminology
- Consider diverse perspectives and experiences
- Provide multiple ways to participate
- Respect different communication styles
- Support multilingual content when possible
Important Reminders
These guidelines are designed to create a safe, respectful, and productive environment for all users. Violation of these guidelines may result in account restrictions or removal.
- Your privacy and security are our top priorities
- All content is subject to community review and moderation
- Community guidelines may have additional specific rules
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