Ready to join the KCL Angry Knit In Server?

Read the following before engaging with this online community. 

This is a public server created and maintained by volunteers on the Angry Knit In Organizing Team. 

We have discussed; rules, agreements, guidelines, etc. among members of the server, the volunteer team, and others. While there are many directions we could go in creating agreements together, we are reminded of a crucial element of group dynamics - labor exploitation. Within the organizing team Daniella always reminds us that we are unpaid volunteers with lives and not to extend past what we have committed to or are confident and fulfilled doing. The following server guidelines are a reflection of what we as volunteers agreed to support and the limitations of what we are able to offer. As we grow and coalesce, the goal and limitations may also grow. Until then this is what we are offering if you would like to participate. 

Thank you, Angry Knit In Volunteer Team

Server/Channel Guidelines:

• This server is offered for sharing resources, support, and inspiration that increase meaningful civic action as well as making connections.

• This server is a practice of solidarity, stewardship, and mutual aid, as we work collectively to increase civic engagement.

• This server is a craftivism space - meaning we use our craft (skill or trade) for our activism (action to bring about political or societal change).

• Channels are topic specific. We know tangents and rabbit holes happen. When becoming aware things are off topic, take it to a different space.

Share when:

• You have a resource the community can choose to use

• You have a question about the relevant topic

• You have an answer to a specific question

• You want to share your craftivism to boost morale and share ideas

• You are ready to share your post with hundreds of fellow human beings you don't personally know

If:

• making friends, connect with them personally

• interested in another topic or channel, let us know

• concerned about a member or post, tag a mod, step back, and do not engage with that person or message

Caution - What this space is not: 

! This is not therapy and we do not know your personal needs. We are not able to provide therapeutic support nor are we able to understand the totality of context for any given person or situation. If needing mental/emotional health support please seek a reliable resource 

! This space is not private.

• be discerning in sharing personal information

• when conversation becomes personal, off topic, or long form between a small group of people, move that conversation to a different space.

! This space is not monitored 24/7

• if you prefer a highly moderated space please consider if this is the right fit for you

Touchpoints:

• Am I creating the internet I want to be a part of?

• Do I make the space safer?

• Am I focused on learning and increasing civic engagement?

• Am I leading with empathy, curiosity, and critical thinking?

• Do I see members as people or user names?

• What am I learning about myself from the way I interact with strangers online?

• Is my participation in this online community supporting my craftivism efforts?