Community Standards Council (CSC) LGBTQIA+ Community Standards Framework
Overview
The LGBTQIA+ Community Standards Framework establishes guidance for GNN-affiliated communities to support respectful participation, responsible discussion, and inclusive environments.
This framework provides shared expectations for community interaction, moderation practices, and member responsibility while reflecting the values of dignity, fairness, and respect.
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- Community Respect [Standard]
GNN communities should encourage environments where members are treated with dignity and consideration.
Communities should promote:
- Respectful communication
- Constructive participation
- Recognition of different experiences
- Good-faith interactions between members
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- LGBTQIA+ Inclusion [Standard]
GNN communities should provide welcoming spaces where LGBTQIA+ individuals can participate without discrimination or unnecessary barriers.
Communities should respect differences in:
- Sexual orientation
- Gender identity and expression
- Personal background
- Individual experiences
- Community perspectives
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- Discussion and Engagement [Standard]
GNN communities encourage conversations surrounding LGBTQIA+ culture, rights, representation, news, and community experiences.
Members should:
- Focus on topics rather than personal attacks
- Share perspectives respectfully
- Engage in meaningful discussion
- Contribute to a positive environment
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- Community Safety [Standard]
Communities should maintain spaces where members can participate without targeted hostility or harmful behavior.
Communities should address:
- Harassment
- Discrimination
- Threatening behavior
- Targeted attacks
- Repeated disruption
Actions taken should be fair, consistent, and appropriate to the situation.
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- Moderation Practices [Standard]
Moderation teams should support healthy communities through responsible leadership and fair application of guidelines.
Moderators should:
- Apply rules consistently
- Explain decisions when appropriate
- Avoid personal bias
- Handle conflicts responsibly
- Support community trust
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- Information Responsibility [Standard]
As part of a network focused on news and discussion, GNN communities should encourage responsible information sharing.
Members should:
- Consider accuracy and context
- Avoid intentionally misleading information
- Correct mistakes when identified
- Support informed conversations
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- Privacy and Boundaries [Standard]
Community members should have their personal information and boundaries respected.
Communities should discourage:
- Sharing private information without permission
- Attempts to intimidate members
- Misuse of personal details
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- Community Improvement [Standard]
Communities should continue developing through feedback, cooperation, and reflection.
Communities are encouraged to:
- Listen to members
- Review existing practices
- Improve guidelines over time
- Encourage positive contributions
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CSC Commitment
The Community Standards Council provides guidance to help GNN communities create respectful, inclusive, and responsible spaces.
Through clear expectations and community-focused practices, GNN supports environments where LGBTQIA+ voices can connect, share experiences, and participate openly.
Posted Jun 30, 2026, 2:54 AM UTC