Civility First Pledge
In order to create communities where everyone is treated with civility and respect, each of us affirms that we will:
1. Value honesty and good will while striving to solve problems.
2. Attempt genuinely to understand the point of view of others.
3. Model civil behavior and language, online as well as in public, by:
5. Challenge disrespectful behavior, courteously.
6. Renew our efforts, if we fail, and forgive others, if they fail.
1. Value honesty and good will while striving to solve problems.
2. Attempt genuinely to understand the point of view of others.
3. Model civil behavior and language, online as well as in public, by:
- Being kind while maintaining the right to vigorously disagree.
- Acting respectfully toward others, including opponents.
- Listening carefully to those who disagree with us, as well as to supporters.
- Making only accurate statements when defending a position.
- Refraining from demonizing adversaries.
5. Challenge disrespectful behavior, courteously.
6. Renew our efforts, if we fail, and forgive others, if they fail.
