Re: [uknof] Reminder: UKNOF respect policy

[Keith Mitchell]

And we are living in extraordinary times, when going the extra mile
beyond basic professional respect and courtesy counts for a lot.

Taking a bit of a meta step back from on-topic:

I've seen a few articles along the following lines recently, looking
into the research psychology of long-term isolation on people, here's a
couple for instance:


https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/hack/coronavirus-covid19-isolation-third-quarter-phenomenon-has-begun/12190270

https://www.ft.com/content/eb056344-9b80-11ea-871bedeb99a20c6e  
(paywalled)

I don't think anyone really knows how far into this we are or have to go
exactly, but much of this research is still relevant. TL;DR: "people get
weirdest from isolation when they get past the perceived half-way mark".

This is a difficult time for many, and if we could as a community all be
that bit more mindful of others, our own mental state, and of the
shortcomings of online interaction not mitigated by F2F gathering,
/before/ we hit the "F-key", I think it would serve us well.

Thank you to everyone keeping the discussion civil and (returning you
to..) on-topic.

Keith



On 5/23/20 10:42 AM, Denesh Bhabuta :: UKNOF wrote:

> I do not like doing this, but I guess a reminder is due..
> 
> *Anyone* who participates in UKNOF (be it the meetings or this list 
> or whatever other forms collaboration / discussion) must abide by the
> UKNOF Respect Policy (ie, code of conduct)
> 
> 

[uknof] Reminder: UKNOF respect policy

[Denesh Bhabuta :: UKNOF]

Hi all

I do not like doing this, but I guess a reminder is due..

*Anyone* who participates in UKNOF (be it the meetings or this list or whatever 
other forms collaboration / discussion) must abide by the UKNOF Respect Policy 
(ie, code of conduct)



The text at the link above leads to the text currently written as:

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Ask any director or committee member and they will tell you that UKNOF’s 
primary mission is “distribution of clue”. Our mailing list and meetings exist 
as an open environment which encourages information sharing and learning, to 
build an inclusive and welcoming community between the people who run the UK’s 
IP networks.

By participating in UKNOF activities you are confirming your commitment to 
follow these principles.

• When you participate in UKNOF remember to show others respect and 
courtesy regardless of who they are and who you are, whether it’s online or in 
person at a UKNOF event.
• That doesn’t mean you can’t disagree or have a heated debate, just 
remember to avoid getting personal. 
• Nobody should feel hesitant or afraid to participate in 
discussions.
• Focus on the idea, and not the individual on the other side 
of the debate.
• Behaviour which is felt to be disrespectful, harassing or 
discriminatory does not belong at UKNOF.
• If you feel as though you’re not being treated with respect and 
courtesy by a fellow UKNOFer, and you’re comfortable doing so, firstly try 
telling that individual that you think they have overstepped the mark. They may 
not realise they have gone too far in your opinion, or it’s just a 
misunderstanding.
• If they don’t listen, or you feel uncomfortable with behaviour you 
hear or see and need someone to talk to, then ask a member of the UKNOF PC or 
Meeting Organisers, who will have their badges clearly marked, or email 
ad...@uknof.org.uk.
We will do what we can to help resolve such misunderstandings or disagreements. 
If it’s found to be necessary, those who can’t or won’t be respectful could, at 
the discretion of the UKNOF Directors, be asked to leave a meeting and/or have 
their participation on the mailing list subject to moderation.
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Regards
Denesh