FamilySearch Wiki:Guiding Principles: Difference between revisions

The FamilySearch Research Wiki has a [[FamilySearch Wiki:Etiquette Guidelines|code of conduct]] similar to that of Wikipedia. It includes respect for all of your fellow users, even when you may not agree with what they say. Those who contribute content or edit existing content must be [[FamilySearch Wiki:Civility and Polite Discourse|civil]] and avoid conflicts of interest, [[FamilySearch Wiki:No personal attacks|personal attacks]], labeling of others, broad sweeping generalizations, stereotyping, etc. They should seek for consensus and [[FamilySearch Wiki:Avoid Edit Wars|avoid edit wars]] — follow the [[FamilySearch Wiki:Three-revert rule|three-revert rule]]. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Assume good faith|Assume good faith]] on the part of others, be warm and open in your speech. Profanity or profane slang will not be accepted in any form or language.  

Do not wait for permission to make a change that you feel will be beneficial to those who use the Research Wiki. If you see something that needs to be done, do it. Don’t make a suggestion, make a change. However, remember that when making changes don’t do anything that would prevent those who disagree with your changes from reverting back to the original version while civil discussion happens to reach an acceptable compromise. Don’t let the possibility of disagreement stop you from making the changes. If you feel the change is needed then make it. Don’t take edits or changes as a personal affront. Contributors and editors are encouraged to work with the community to make the Research Wiki a superior site for family history research information.  

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