Code of Conduct

democracy manifesto

purpose

the democracy manifesto exists to encourage peaceful civic participation, respectful debate, and practical policy discussion. we welcome diverse views within our community and expect everyone to engage in good faith.

1) our community standards

when participating in our democracy manifesto spaces (comments, forums, emails, events, social channels, or any other community areas we manage), you agree to:

be respectful — treat others with dignity, even when you disagree

focus on ideas, not identity — debate policies and actions, not who people are

be truthful and careful — share information responsibly and correct mistakes when you find them

stay peaceful and lawful — no intimidation, threats, or encouraging harm

keep it constructive — aim to improve outcomes, not inflame conflict

2) zero tolerance content

the following is not allowed anywhere in our community spaces:

hate or discrimination — content that attacks, dehumanises, or promotes hostility toward people based on race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any protected attribute

harassment or bullying — personal abuse, dogpiling, stalking, or targeted humiliation

threats or incitement — advocating violence, vigilantism, or harm (including “someone should…” style encouragement)

glorifying violence or terrorism — praise, propaganda, or justification of extremist violence

doxxing or privacy invasion — sharing personal information (addresses, phone numbers, workplaces, family details) without consent

defamation and unverified accusations — alleging criminal conduct or misconduct without reliable, verifiable sources

disinformation tactics — knowingly false claims, fabricated screenshots, impersonation, or manipulated media presented as real

3) discussing sensitive topics

we recognise that issues like housing, migration, crime, and public safety are emotionally charged. you are welcome to discuss them here within the framework of our community standards, but you must:

use neutral, precise language

criticise policy and institutions, not entire groups of people

avoid dehumanising labels and stereotypes

provide sources when citing statistics or claims

4) moderation and enforcement

we moderate to keep this space safe, lawful, and productive. we may take action including:

removing posts, comments, or links

issuing warnings or requiring edits

limiting or suspending participation

banning repeat or serious offenders

reporting unlawful threats or harassment where required

moderation decisions consider context, intent, and impact, with community safety as the priority.

5) appeals and corrections

if your content is removed or your access is limited, you may request a review via contact form. if we publish something incorrect, we will correct it and note the correction where practical.

6) no legal advice

nothing on this site is legal advice. if you need legal guidance, seek independent professional advice.

7) agreement

by using this site or participating in democracy manifesto spaces, you agree to follow these community standards.