From 94e683c74e10f1e9b6c8728ce9041acd8bd7f826 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Alex Wood Date: Fri, 24 Jul 2020 16:40:26 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] Add section on conflict resolution procedure. --- index.md | 60 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++----------- 1 file changed, 49 insertions(+), 11 deletions(-) diff --git a/index.md b/index.md index 6a33423..8346fce 100644 --- a/index.md +++ b/index.md @@ -89,19 +89,57 @@ as to mitigate subjectivity in role assignment. ### [Infractions](#infractions) It is incumbent on members to bring issues to the attention of the community. -An issue can't be addressed if no one else is aware it exists. Either bring up -the issue directly with the other member or speak to some of the other members -that you are close with. If they agree that it's an issue that needs -addressing, the matter should be brought to the community as a whole for -discussion. +An issue can't be addressed if no one else is aware it exists. Ideally, members +should bring up the issue directly with the other member, solving it privately. -### [Sanctions](#sanctions) -* Apologize when appropriate -* Ameliorate the situation (e.g. repair or replace a damaged game; buy person a - lunch to mend things) +If private resolution is unsuccessful or if members are uncomfortable discussing +the matter with the other member, the issue should be brought to the attention +of the [Adepts](#contributing-members) and will move through the conflict +resolution procedure described below. Note that it is not necessary to relay +the particulars of a conflict to the Adepts in order to begin conflict +resolution. -Continued violations may result in ejection from the community, by process of -consensus of active and long-standing members. +### [Conflict Resolution](#conflict-resolution) + +#### [Mediation](#mediation) +Formal conflict resolution will initially begin with mediation. A mediator will +be selected from the [Adept](#contributing-members) group either by mutual +agreement between the two conflicting parties or via selection of a +disinterested party by the Adepts. + +The mediator facilitates a discussion between the two parties, attempting to +gather facts behind the conflict, and for proposing an amicable solution. +Mediation is expected to remain a private matter between the two parties and the +mediator. If the two parties are still unable to reach a solution, the process +moves to arbitration. Arbitration is considered to be a last resort and all +effort should be made to resolve the conflict during mediation. + +#### [Arbitration](#arbitration) +Both parties will write a document outlining their version of events and the +nature of the conflict. Five disinterested adepts (not including the initial +mediator) will be selected at random to serve as arbiters. The mediator will +present any relevant background and should the arbiters have additional +questions, the mediator may be asked to gather additional information. The +arbiters will discuss the matter alone and assign sanctions. Sanctions include: + + * A formal warning + * A temporary ban on gaming + * A temporary ban from Discord + * A permanent ban on gaming + * A permanent ban from Discord + * A permanent ban from Zargon + * Other restorative actions that are deemed appropriate: e.g. replacing a + damaged game + +A simple majority of arbiters must agree on any sanction. The exception to that +rule is a permanent ban from Zargon. That decision must be unanimous. + +Note that sanctions may be applied to either party as the arbiters see fit. +Refusal by any party to accept the arbiters' decision gracefully will result in +further and more severe sanction. The mediator will be responsible for +overseeing the application of any sanctions, and any sanctions applied will only +be made known publicly if they are permanent. All participants are expected to +refrain from gossip. ### [Code of Conduct](#code-of-conduct)