Community Guidelines + Safe Space Policy

Last updated: January 26, 2026

WOOT is here to support and uplift. To protect a safe space for everyone, we ask all members to follow these guidelines in any WOOT community area (events, group chats, online communities, comments, etc.).

What we stand for

Respect
Compassion
Confidentiality
Encouragement

The basics

Be kind and respectful.

No bullying, harassment, hate speech, threats, discrimination, or shaming.

Confidentiality matters.

What someone shares in a WOOT space should stay there. Do not screenshot, repost, record, or share someone else’s story without clear permission.

No graphic or triggering details.

We can talk about hard topics, but keep descriptions respectful and safe for everyone reading.

No medical/legal advice.

Sharing personal experience is welcome. Telling someone what they “should” do medically, legally, or professionally is not.

No solicitation or spam.

No selling, recruiting, or promoting unrelated businesses/services. No fundraising links without approval.

Safety + crisis support

WOOT is not an emergency service.

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911.

If you are in crisis, call or text 988 (U.S. Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).

Moderation

To protect this community:

Posts or comments may be removed if they violate these guidelines
Members may be warned or removed for repeated issues
If someone appears to be at imminent risk of harm, we may contact emergency services

Reporting

If something feels unsafe, report it to Empowerwomen315@gmail.com.