Community Guidelines

Here is a set of guidelines to live by at Thursday Gatherings online

1. Make yourself at home
   

   Be welcoming and friendly… we know it’s not easy when you’re sitting behind the computer screen but a little extra effort goes a long way. 

    

2. Be inclusive
   

   The community thrives because we welcome participants without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, or disability.

    

3. Be interested

   Learn about other guests’ projects, explore new perspectives, consider the absurd. Ask yourself how can I help? Make space for others to speak.

4. Be engaged

   Be fully present in your conversations and sessions. 

5. Connect responsibly
   

   Even though we’re not supplying and limiting everyone’s drinks, it’s important that we all remain respectful while connecting. 

6. No hard sales!
   

   Innovation is about top level thinking, not bottom line outcomes. Focus on building relationships that will last.

    

7. Have fun!
   

   Challenge yourself to think outsides of your norms and grow. Be willing to provide constructive feedback and share your ideas.

8. Be sustainable

   Contribute to building a sustainable environment locally and promote the UN Sustainable Development Goals in conversation.