Community Guidelines — Women in Tech Singapore

Our community is built to be a supportive, inclusive, and growth-oriented space for women and allies in technology. These guidelines ensure that everyone can participate safely, respectfully, and meaningfully.

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🌟 Code of Conduct

1. Be Respectful

• Treat all members with professionalism and kindness.

• Respect differing opinions, backgrounds, and experiences.

• Disagreements are okay—disrespect is not.

2. Be Inclusive

• Use inclusive language.

• Avoid assumptions about gender, experience level, or background.

• Welcome beginners as much as experienced professionals.

3. No Harassment or Discrimination

• Zero tolerance for harassment, hate speech, or discrimination of any kind.

• This includes comments related to gender, race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

4. Respect Privacy

• Do not share personal information (yours or others’) without consent.

• Keep private conversations private.

5. Constructive Contributions Only

• Share knowledge, ask questions, and contribute meaningfully.

• Avoid negativity, trolling, or unproductive criticism.

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🛡️ Safe Space Policies

1. Psychological Safety First

• This is a judgment-free zone for asking questions and learning.

• No question is “too basic.”

2. Support Over Criticism

• Give feedback that is constructive, not dismissive.

• Aim to help others improve, not discourage them.

3. No Intimidation or Gatekeeping

• Avoid elitist behavior or making others feel unwelcome.

• Encourage participation from all skill levels.

4. Reporting & Moderation

• If you experience or witness inappropriate behavior, report it to moderators.

• Moderators reserve the right to remove content or members that violate guidelines.

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💬 Posting Etiquette

1. Stay Relevant

• Post in the appropriate forum or topic.

• Keep discussions aligned with tech, careers, learning, and community growth.

2. Be Clear & Helpful

• Use descriptive titles when asking questions.

• Provide context so others can help you effectively.

3. No Spam or Self-Promotion (Without Context)

• Avoid excessive promotion of products, services, or events.

• Share opportunities only if they are relevant and valuable to the community.

4. Give Credit

• Acknowledge sources when sharing content, code, or ideas.

• Do not plagiarize.

5. Engage Respectfully

• Respond thoughtfully.

• Appreciate others’ contributions.

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🚀 Community Spirit

We are here to:

• Learn and grow together

• Support each other’s journeys

• Build real skills and real opportunities

Every member contributes to the culture of this space. Let’s make it one that people feel proud to be part of.

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