Community Rules

General Community Rules:

  1. Respectful Behavior: Treat all members with respect and kindness. Harassment, hate speech, discrimination, and personal attacks will not be tolerated.
  2. No Politics: Political discussions are strictly prohibited in all channels. This community aims to foster cultural exchange and positive interactions. This includes both general and sub-channel discussions.
  3. Stay on Topic: Keep your discussions relevant to the specific sub-channel you’re in. Off-topic conversations may be moved or removed.
  4. No Spam or Self-Promotion: Avoid posting irrelevant content, advertisements, or promotional material. Self-promotion should be limited and relevant to the community’s interests.
  5. Language and Tone: Use appropriate language and maintain a positive tone. Offensive language, Profanity, vulgarities, excessive CAPS, or excessive emojis should be avoided.
  6. Privacy: Do not share personal information about yourself or others without consent. Be cautious about sharing any sensitive data.
  7. No Discrimination: Discrimination based on nationality, race, religion, gender, or any other factor will not be tolerated.
  8. Helpful and Constructive: Encourage helpful and constructive discussions. If you disagree with someone, do so respectfully and provide explanations.
  9. No Plagiarism: If you share information or content from other sources, give proper credit and avoid plagiarism.
  10.  Quality Contributions: Contribute thoughtfully and constructively. Low-quality or one-word responses should be avoided.
  11.  Respect Admin Decisions: Follow the instructions of community administrators. Their decisions are final.

Note: Remember, community rules should evolve based on member feedback and changing dynamics. Regularly communicate these rules, provide guidance to newcomers, and address violations promptly to ensure a positive and engaging community experience.

Sub-Channel Specific Rules:

  1. Turkiye Facts and Insights:
    • Share accurate and verified information about Turkey.
    • Discussions should focus on cultural, historical, and geographical aspects.
    • Respectful debates are allowed as long as they pertain to the topics.
    • Discussions should be educational and promote understanding.
  2. Student Network – Istanbul:
    • Focus on topics relevant to students in Istanbul, such as educational resources, events, and networking opportunities.
    • Avoid sharing personal information like contact details openly.
  3. Real Estate and Accommodation Hub:
    • Share information and tips related to real estate and accommodation in Turkey.
    • Real estate ads are allowed, but please keep them relevant to the channel’s focus and clearly state the details of the property or accommodation being advertised.
  4. Finance, Trading, Investments, and Business Circle:
    • Discussions should be related to finance, trading, investments, and business matters.
    • Avoid sharing unverified financial advice or unrelated content.
    • Share insights, tips, and general knowledge about finance and business.
    • No investment advice should be treated as professional recommendations.
  5. Sporting Enclave:
    • Discuss sports events, news, and updates in a friendly and respectful manner.
    • Avoid heated arguments and personal attacks related to sports.
  6. Friends Corner:
    • Engage in casual conversations, share personal experiences, and connect with others.
    • Respect the boundaries of personal sharing and avoid controversial discussions.
  7. Literary Group:
    • Share your favorite literary works, poems, and book recommendations.
    • Respect copyright and provide proper attribution when sharing content.