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Dongjoon Hyun updated SPARK-47213:
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Fix Version/s: (was: 4.0.0)
> Proposal about moving on from the Shepherd terminology in SPIPs to "Mentor"
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> Key: SPARK-47213
> URL: https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/SPARK-47213
> Project: Spark
> Issue Type: Improvement
> Components: Documentation
> Affects Versions: 3.5.1
> Environment: Documentation. SPIP form submission
> Reporter: Mich Talebzadeh
> Priority: Minor
> Original Estimate: 24h
> Remaining Estimate: 24h
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> As an active member I am proposing a move to replace the current terminology
> "SPIP Shepherd" with the more respectful and inclusive term "SPIP Mentor." We
> have over the past few years have tried to replace some past terminologies
> with more acceptable ones.
> While some may not find "Shepherd" offensive, it can unintentionally imply
> passivity or dependence on community members, which might not accurately
> reflect their expertise and contributions. Additionally, the shepherd-sheep
> dynamic might be interpreted as hierarchical, which does not align with the
> collaborative and open nature of Spark community.
> *"SPIP Mentor"* better emphasizes the collaborative nature of the process,
> focusing on supporting and guiding members while respecting their strengths
> and contributions. It also avoids any potentially offensive or hierarchical
> connotations.
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