These are our community guidelines for our in-person meet-ups and online chat channels:

1. Be respectful and inclusive: No judgement, rudeness, or negativity toward others.
2. No harassment or bullying: Zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind.
3. Confidentiality: Respect members’ privacy. Do not share member’s details, conversations, screenshots, photos, or any sensitive information outside this community.
4. No unsafe or illegal guidance: Only undertake work you are licensed or qualified to do.
5. Advice is shared at your own discretion: This community does not provide legal or professional advice.
6. Stay on topic: Please post in the appropriate chat channels.
7. No spam
8. No graphic content: Avoid detailed descriptions of injuries, self-harm, or traumatic events. If you need medical attention, please seek professional help immediately.
9. Channel-specific rules: Please respect any additional rules listed within individual online chat channels.
10. Crisis support (NZ – freephone): If you’re in danger or need immediate help to the following lines:

• Mates in Construction: 0800 111 315
• Lifeline: 0800 543 354
• Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 | Text 4202
• Emergency: 111