Foundational Principles for Policies
Purpose: Policies establishes the fundamental rules that govern the creation, amendment, and enforcement of all actions within the status-go project. These policies reflect our core values of inclusivity, transparency, and consensus-driven decision-making while defining enforceable rules that guide status-go contributions. Policies are not merely guidelines but are to be respected and adhered to, ensuring alignment across the community.
1. Inclusivity
Every member of the status-go community must have an equal opportunity to participate in the creation and review of policies. Contributions from all backgrounds and perspectives are encouraged and respected. The process must ensure that:
- Open participation: Any individual or group who interacts with or contributes to the project has the right to voice their opinions and suggestions.
- Accessibility: Policies must be written in clear, accessible language, and the decision-making process should be easy to understand for everyone involved.
2. Transparency
All discussions, decisions, and processes related to policy creation must be fully transparent. This includes:
- Open documentation: Discussions leading to policy decisions must be documented and made publicly available. This ensures that anyone can review the rationale behind a decision.
- Clear communication: Changes to policies, including their rationale, must be clearly communicated to the community through appropriate channels.
3. Consensus
Policies must be created and modified through a consensus-based approach, ensuring that the community agrees on how to move forward. The following principles guide consensus building:
- Collaborative discussion: Proposals must be discussed openly, with all points of view considered.
- Dispute resolution: If disagreements arise, efforts must be made to find a compromise that balances the needs of all stakeholders.
- Final agreement: Policies should be approved by a clear consensus, meaning that while not everyone may agree 100%, all should feel their voices were heard and respected, and the final decision reflects the community’s general will.
4. Enforceability and Respect for Policies
- Key stakeholder approval: The guild does not have unilateral enforcement power. Instead, policies require explicit recorded approval from all key stakeholders before becoming enforceable. This includes team leads, the status-go Guild, and other relevant parties.
- Respect and adherence: Policies are not optional guidelines. Once approved, they are enforceable rules that all contributors to the status-go project are expected to respect. This ensures consistency, fairness, and alignment with the community's shared goals.
By adhering to these foundational principles, status-go policies create a framework that balances inclusivity, transparency, and consensus with the need for enforceable and respected policies.