Community Guidelines
Our Mission
Vaani is a platform for meaningful conversation and civil discourse. These guidelines help maintain a respectful community where people can engage with differing perspectives productively.
Core Principles
1. Respectful Discourse
- Attack ideas, not people
- Listen actively and respond thoughtfully
- Acknowledge valid points from others
2. Intellectual Honesty
- Cite sources when making factual claims
- Acknowledge uncertainty
- Be willing to change your mind with new evidence
3. Inclusive Environment
- Welcome diverse perspectives
- Avoid discriminatory language
- Create space for all voices
Prohibited Content and Behavior
Not Allowed
- Hate speech or discrimination
- Personal attacks or harassment
- Threats of violence
- Doxxing or sharing private information
- Spam or commercial solicitation
- Misinformation or deliberate deception
- Illegal content
- Sexually explicit content
- Content harmful to minors
During Live Conversations
- No screaming or talking over others
- No excessive profanity
- No deliberate disruption
- Follow moderator instructions
The Vaani Ethos
The goal is not to win. The goal is to understand.
We encourage all participants to practice "belief temperance"—holding your convictions with enough humility to genuinely engage with those who see things differently.
Reporting Violations
If you see content that violates these guidelines:
- Use the in-app report feature
- Email: moderation@vaani.us
Please include as much detail as possible about what you observed.
Enforcement
Violations may result in:
- Content removal
- Temporary suspension
- Permanent ban
The severity of the action depends on the nature and frequency of violations.
Appeals
If you believe an action was taken in error, you may submit an appeal:
- Email: appeals@vaani.us
Include your username and a description of why you believe the action was incorrect.
Questions?
For questions about these guidelines, contact: community@vaani.us