Rules of conduct

Rules of Conduct (Futurium, X, LinkedIn, Webinars) 

The below rules define rules of conduct and editorial guidelines for Futurium webspace, social media accounts (X, LinkedIn) and online meetings, operated as part of DG REGIO P2P Communities communication framework.  

The P2P DG REGIO Communities Futurium account is a password protected webspace. While some pages are visible to everyone, only registered users have full access to published content. The content published on X account and LinkedIn group is public and visible to all users of respective social networks. Participation in webinars usually requires filling in a registration form and can be limited to the Members of respective Community. Participation of external guests (e.g. speakers) is possible in justified cases. 

Please note that the Communities are self-organized peer-to-peer learning groups dedicated primarily to the representatives of programme authorities as set out in Article 71 of the CPR. The scope of the Communities’ activities differs depending on the decision of the Community Members, but are always of relevance for public officials involved in the management of EU funds dedicated to cohesion and regional policy. 

  1. Editorial Policy: 

All posts should be relevant to the respective space topic and purpose. 

Posts should be respectful and considerate of other Members. 

Do not post defamatory, abusive, violent, obscene, insulting, inflammatory, racist, or otherwise inappropriate content. 

Comments that infringe on human dignity are prohibited. 

  1. Code of Conduct for Community Members: 

Members should treat each other with respect and courtesy. 

Avoid personal attacks or offensive language. 

Be open to different opinions and engage in constructive discussions. 

Respect the privacy and confidentiality of other Members. 

Do not engage in spamming, self-promotion or business development. 

  1. Types of Content that can be Published: 

Members can publish relevant information, discussions, questions, and resources related to the forum's topic. 

Posts should provide value and contribute to the Community's knowledge and understanding. 

  1. Style Guide: 

Any communication should be in English. 

Use clear and concise language in posts. 

Proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation should be maintained. 

Avoid using excessive capitalization, emojis, or excessive formatting. 

Use appropriate headings, bullet points, and paragraphs to improve readability. 

  1. Privacy and Confidentiality:

Do not share personal or confidential information without proper authorization. 

Respect the privacy of Community Members and LinkedIn users. 

Obtain necessary consent before sharing any personal or sensitive information. 

  1. Accuracy and Fact-Based: 

Share accurate and reliable information. 

Support statements with credible sources or evidence. 

Avoid spreading misinformation or unsubstantiated claims. 

When sharing your opinion, state clearly that this is an opinion or assessment. 

  1. Minimum Requirements for Content: 

Posts should include necessary information for specific topics, such as date, venue, duration, agenda, cost, and registration for training opportunities. 

Provide sufficient details to ensure clarity and understanding. 

  1. Right to Post-Moderation of Comments: 

Moderators have the right to review and moderate comments before they are posted. 

Comments that do not comply with the guidelines may be edited or deleted. 

Negative feedback will not be met with silence but should be responded to and dealt with in a professional manner. 

Moderators will respond to requests and monitor posts to enforce compliance with Community rules. 

  1. Support Mechanism for Community Members: 

Please get in touch with P2P Communities management team to get technical support, such as help with registration, . 

We offer assistance and guidance to Members in navigating the forum and accessing resources. 

  1. Intellectual Property Rights: 

Respect intellectual property rights and avoid copyright infringement. 

Provide proper attribution and permissions when sharing content from external sources. 

  1. Online meetings’ Code of Conduct 

Keep your microphone muted when not speaking to avoid background noise. 

Use your real name and, if possible, a profile picture to help others know who you are. 

Turn on your camera, particularly if you are speaking. 

Use the raise hand feature or follow the facilitator's instructions for speaking. Avoid interrupting others. 

Keep your comments and questions relevant to the subject being discussed. 

Speak clearly and concisely. Use the chat function appropriately, without spamming or off-topic messages. 

Do not record the session or take screenshots without explicit permission from the organizer and participants. 

Adhere to the guidelines and instructions provided by the workshop facilitator. 

Organizers reserve the right to remove participants who are in breach of these rules and not allow them to join future events. 

  1. Other terms and conditions 

Apart from these Rules of conduct you need to adhere to terms and conditions of relevant platforms (LinkedIn, X, Futurium) when using them.