These by-laws are written as outlined in the current POWA Constitution (V6.1) and noted in subrule 13.1.b. If there are any inconsistencies in the rules outlined in this document and the Constitution, the Constitution will take precedence
1) As a courtesy to all other attendees of our screenings, we ask that you please turn your phones off or on silent to not distract anyone around you.
2) Please clean up after yourself, we have to be mindful that the venue does not expect to clean up after our screenings or events, nor is it fair for other members of POWA to clean up after you.
3) NO SPOILERS! We encourage interaction between our members however please realise that not everyone will have watched, read or played the same things as you. It is incredibly disappointing when a series is ruined and we do not want any reasons for resentment within our community. Please feel free to discuss relevant plot points but we ask that you do not spoil anything.
4) Please try to keep noise during screenings to a minimum, we gather to watch anime and allow multiple breaks between for conversations. We also have a Discord server for discussion during screenings. If you need an invitation, ask during one of the breaks, use the link on powaclub.com or message the POWA Facebook page.
5) We ask that overly-negative opinions be kept to yourself. Over-vocalisation of dislike of a series/movie can make other members feel embarrassed or upset for liking a particular series and we aim to grow the community and not alienate our members.
6) While POWA encourages members to come to screenings in cosplay, we cannot allow the use of, concealment of, or procurement of, any weapon props or paraphernalia. This is strictly prohibited as POWA Screenings and events aim to be as safe as possible. Feel free to bring pictures to show but leave the props at home – and we would also hate for any damage to come to your cosplay while at POWA.
7) Be aware of others. POWA is a community of people with a shared interest, meaning that everyone is considered equal at POWA. Sexually inappropriate, racist, derogatory or defamatory comments will not be tolerated and action will be taken by committee members if necessary. POWA is a welcoming community so be mindful of other attendees both in person and on POWA’s social media.
And most importantly we hope you enjoy yourself!
You can view a print-friendly copy of the code, here.
Discord Code of Conduct
Additionally, our Discord server has its own Code of Conduct. These rules apply to POWA’s expanding online presence and are just as important as the ones above.
1) Be considerate to others. POWA is a community and safe space for everyone so sexually inappropriate, racist, derogatory or defamatory comments will not be tolerated.
2) Be aware of the room you are posting in. Stick to the topics of each room and understand where certain content may be inappropriate.
3) NSFW content is prohibited in any and all rooms.
4) Keep spam to a minimum. Outside of #image-spam-zone repetitive usage of images, gifs and links should be kept to a minimum.
5) Self-promotion requires the permission of the committee and should generally be kept to #community-announcements.
6) Most rooms work under a no-spoiler policy, so try to keep discussions of plot points in regular rooms broad and relevant, using spoiler tags when needed.
7) Keep discussion fair and reasonable. While debate is good, name-calling or over-vocalisation of dislike for a series, movie etc. causes unnecessary alienation and will be dealt with accordingly.
8) POWA does not condone the sharing or use of pirated content. Do not ask for or share links to pirated content within the server.
9) If there is ever a problem within this server, including seeing rules being broken or wanting to suggest a change, please contact a @Committee Member or write in #committee-suggestions with your issue.
10) Creating and joining the POWA server with more than one account for any reason creates unfair advantages for games and moderation issues. Doing so will result in the additional accounts being banned, and continued creation is a bannable offence.
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