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Andrei Lavretskii 1.1 1 = Équnité Code of Conduct =
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5 == 🎯 Mission & Spirit ==
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7 Équnité™ is a community-powered, open-knowledge platform dedicated to safer, fairer and more transparent volleyball — in France and beyond.
8 This Code of Conduct (“CoC”) protects that mission by setting clear standards of courtesy, inclusion and integrity.
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Andrei Lavretskii 2.2 10 * Empower **players, fans, coaches and clubs** to share knowledge without fear. 
11 * Preserve **anonymity** where required (e.g., club reviews) while valuing accountability. 
Andrei Lavretskii 1.1 12 * Foster **constructive collaboration** across languages, genders, skill levels and backgrounds.
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Andrei Lavretskii 2.4 14 The CoC complements the Équnité General License, Privacy Policy, Terms of Use and Moderation Guidelines.
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16 == 🌍 Scope ==
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18 This CoC applies to **all** official Équnité spaces:
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Andrei Lavretskii 2.2 20 * Forum, Tracker, Wiki, Connect, group chats, voice calls, live streams, meet-ups 
21 * Direct messages initiated via Équnité platforms 
Andrei Lavretskii 1.1 22 * Any event, social-media account or repository under the Équnité / PLANIPIX banner
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24 == 🔑 Core Principles ==
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Andrei Lavretskii 2.4 26 (% class="table-bordered" style="width:1776.6px" %)
27 (% class="active" %)|=(% class="text-uppercase" %) **Principle** |=(% style="width: 1330px;" %)(% class="text-uppercase" %) **In Practice**
28 |🙌 Respect |(% style="width:1330px" %)Critique ideas, never people. Assume good intent; use welcoming language.
29 |🌈 Inclusivity |(% style="width:1330px" %)No discrimination by nationality, gender, disability, orientation, age, league or contract status.
30 |🛡️ Player Safety |(% style="width:1330px" %)Protect anonymity in club reviews; never reveal identities without consent.
31 |📢 Transparency |(% style="width:1330px" %)Cite sources, show evidence, mark personal opinions clearly.
32 |🎓 Mentorship |(% style="width:1330px" %)Share expertise, encourage newcomers, translate key points for non-native speakers.
33 |🔒 Privacy & Consent |(% style="width:1330px" %)Publish only data you own or have permission to share; follow GDPR.
34 |🛠️ Constructive Action |(% style="width:1330px" %)Focus on solutions; provide actionable feedback and context.
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36 == ✅ Expected Behaviour ==
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Andrei Lavretskii 2.2 38 * Use inclusive, non-gendered language unless a preference is known. 
39 * Provide alternative text for images and respect accessibility needs. 
40 * Keep commercial references minimal and fully disclosed (no hidden ads). 
41 * Flag sensitive or potentially triggering content with a “content warning”. 
42 * Follow project processes (issue templates, roadmap voting, review guidelines). 
Andrei Lavretskii 1.1 43
44 == 🚫 Unacceptable Behaviour ==
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Andrei Lavretskii 2.2 46 * Harassment, slurs, hate speech, or personal threats. 
47 * Publishing private or identifying information without consent (“doxxing”). 
48 * Sexualised or violent imagery directed at individuals. 
49 * Fraud, match-fixing, or encouraging illegal behaviour. 
50 * Persistent unwanted contact (stalking, repeated unsolicited DMs). 
51 * Spamming, pyramid schemes, or undisclosed advertising. 
52 * Retaliation against anyone who reports misconduct. 
Andrei Lavretskii 1.1 53
54 == 📝 Reporting Problems ==
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56 1. **Document** – take a screenshot or save the URL/time stamp.
Andrei Lavretskii 2.4 57 2. **Report** – click Report on the post **or** e-mail `conduct@equnite.com`.
Andrei Lavretskii 1.1 58 3. **Confidentiality** – only the CoC Response Team (CRT) sees reports.
59 4. **Acknowledgement** – you’ll receive an initial reply within 48 h.
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Andrei Lavretskii 2.4 61 At live events, find a staff badge or text the emergency number on event signage.
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63 == ⚖️ Enforcement Snapshot ==
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65 *(Full matrix in Moderation Guidelines)*
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Andrei Lavretskii 2.2 67 (% class="active" %)|(%%)(% class="text-uppercase" %)** Level **|(%%)(% class="text-uppercase" %)** Typical Action **|(%%)(% class="text-uppercase" %)** Examples **|
68 | 1 – Reminder | Private or public warning | Mild rudeness, off-topic spam |
69 | 2 – Corrective | Content removal, 24 h–14 d mute | Derogatory slur, posting private e-mail |
70 | 3 – Suspension | 14 d–12 mo | Harassment after warning, sexual imagery |
71 | 4 – Ban | Permanent | Threats of violence, doxxing minors, repeated L3 |
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73 All moderator actions are logged; quarterly redacted summaries are published.
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75 == 🤝 Restorative Approach ==
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77 When safe and feasible, Équnité promotes restorative outcomes (public apology, education, content correction) before punitive bans, mirroring best practice in Fedora, GNOME and Mozilla communities.
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79 == ✋ Appeals ==
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Andrei Lavretskii 2.2 81 Submit an appeal within 14 days of an enforcement action: 
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83 * E-mail `appeals@equnite.com` with username, date, and rationale. 
84 * A three-person panel (moderator, community rep, PLANIPIX staff) will decide within 30 days. 
Andrei Lavretskii 1.1 85 * Panel decisions are final for that incident.
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87 == 🚀 Community Roles & Merit ==
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89 Members who consistently model this CoC and provide high-quality contributions may be invited to roles such as reviewer, mentor, moderator, or advisory-council delegate.
90 Violation of the CoC can result in loss of such privileges.
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92 == 🔄 Updates & Feedback ==
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94 PLANIPIX may update this CoC for legal, technical, or community reasons.
95 Any substantive change is posted for **14 days** of public comment before taking effect.
96 Feedback is always welcome via forum poll, issue tracker, or `feedback@equnite.com`.
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98 == ✅ Acceptance ==
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100 By participating in Équnité, you confirm you have read, understood and agree to follow this Code of Conduct.
101 Together, we build a respectful, transparent and empowering volleyball community!