Welcome to our CSJ-OSU Forum. This forum is here for members and others to engage in respectful, informative dialogue, learning, and questioning concerning current social justice issues happening around the world. This is intended to be a safe space for dialogue and questions. This forum welcomes the voices of all [dis]abilities (physical, mental, emotional, learning, etc.), sexualities, genders, races, socioeconomic statuses, citizenships, spiritualities, ages, etc. This was made with the understanding that no one knows everything. It would be quite impossible, right? No one person knows everything about every subject area in the world. There are people who specialize in specific things, whether it's through years of formal education or years of personal experience. So here we learn from one another, share information, and dialogue about how to make our world more equitable.
We want everyone to get the most out of this community, so we ask that you please read and follow these guidelines:
No disrespect. Because no one is perfect or knowledgeable about everything, things may be said that are unintentionally disrespectful. If/when you are called in (not called out) about it, accept the correction humbly and ask questions. Intentional and/or consistent harm will not be tolerated.
We ask that you engage voluntarily and with an open and curious mind. If there is a topic that makes you uncomfortable, use that discomfort as a vehicle for curiosity.
Ask questions to learn! Feel free to reach out to us privately if you more comfortable doing that.
Disagreements and differences of opinions are welcomed, as long as they are expressed respectfully. People can accept disagreements; they do not have to accept disrespect.
Correct people respectfully
Ask yourself: are your words intended to harm or educate? Are you making a judgment or an observation? Are you a member of the group in discussion? If not, open your heart and mind to listen to understand. Everyone's experiences differ and only we can tell our own stories best.
Assume best intent. We are all here to grow and learn. Some people's frames of references and knowledge are not the same as your own.
Uplift and prioritize the voices of those who come from historically marginalized groups.
Understand, no one is *obligated* to educate you beyond what they are willing and capable of doing, but it is kind if they take time out of their life to do so.
Being part of a marginalized group is exhausting and frustrating. Be kind. Be understanding. Do not be the tone police. Anger is welcomed here. It is a vehicle for change.
Slurs, offensive language, intentional harm and/or consistent harm is not tolerated.