Code of Conduct
At OpenPlanetary, we’re building a welcoming, collaborative community around open planetary data and tools. This code of conduct helps us create a space where everyone feels respected and can contribute their best work.
Our Values
We believe in:
- Open collaboration - Sharing knowledge freely and working together
- Respect for all - Valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds
- Kind communication - Giving and receiving feedback constructively
- Safe spaces - Ensuring everyone feels comfortable participating
What We Expect
Be welcoming and inclusive
- Use inclusive language
- Respect different viewpoints and experiences
- Be patient with others’ learning processes
Communicate kindly
- Give constructive feedback
- Accept criticism gracefully
- Avoid sarcasm and dismissive language
Respect boundaries
- Honor people’s time and attention
- Accept “no” or “not now” as complete answers
- Don’t pressure others to engage
Handle disagreements professionally
- Focus on ideas, not people
- Assume good intentions
- Take discussions offline if emotions run high
Unacceptable Behavior
We don’t tolerate:
- Harassment of any kind
- Discriminatory language or actions
- Personal attacks or insults
- Unwelcome sexual attention
- Public or private intimidation
- Sharing others’ private information without consent
- Sustained disruption of discussions
Reporting Issues
If you experience or witness problematic behavior:
- Direct approach: If comfortable, politely point out the issue to the person involved
- Community leads: Contact any OpenPlanetary team member
All reports will be handled confidentially. Our team will:
- Acknowledge receipt promptly
- Investigate fairly and impartially
- Take appropriate action to resolve the situation
Consequences
Violations may result in:
- Private warning and education
- Temporary suspension from community spaces
- Permanent removal from the community
We reserve the right to take action based on behavior both within and outside our community spaces if it affects the safety of our members.
Your Role
Everyone in our community helps maintain these standards:
- Lead by example
- Speak up if you see problematic behavior
- Support those who are targeted
- Help new members understand our culture
Questions?
This is a living document - we welcome your feedback on how to make our community even better. Reach out to the team anytime at team@openplanetary.org.