Hmar Wiki guidelines

Welcome to Hmar Wiki! To ensure a collaborative and enriching environment for all users, we have established the following guidelines. Please read and follow them as you contribute to our shared knowledge base.

1. Respectful Collaboration

Be Respectful: Treat all contributors with kindness and respect. Disagreements should be resolved amicably.
Constructive Feedback: When providing feedback on others' contributions, focus on constructive criticism. Aim to help improve the content rather than criticize the contributor.

2. Content Quality

Verifiability: Ensure that all information is supported by reliable sources. When adding facts, cite credible references to enhance the article's credibility.
Neutral Point of View (NPOV): Present information fairly and without bias. Avoid expressing personal opinions in articles.
Original Content: Strive to create original content. If you are using information from other sources, make sure to paraphrase and properly attribute it.

3. Article Creation and Editing

Creating New Articles: Before creating a new article, check to see if it already exists. If it does, consider improving the existing page instead of starting a new one.
Use Clear Titles: When creating articles, use clear and descriptive titles that accurately reflect the content.
Edit Responsibly: Make edits that improve the article's clarity, accuracy, and overall quality. Avoid making unnecessary changes.

4. Formatting and Style

Follow Formatting Guidelines: Use appropriate headings, lists, and formatting styles to make articles easy to read and navigate.
Use Categories: Help organize content by categorizing articles appropriately. This improves the overall structure of the wiki.

5. Community Engagement

Participate in Discussions: Engage in discussions on article talk pages to collaborate and reach consensus on content changes.
Welcome New Users: Help new contributors feel welcome. Offer guidance and support to those unfamiliar with the wiki format.

6. Privacy and Conduct

Respect Privacy: Do not disclose personal information about other users without their consent.
Follow Behavioral Guidelines: Abide by the community’s standards of conduct. Any form of harassment or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

7. Reporting Issues

Report Problems: If you encounter any issues, such as vandalism or disrespectful behavior, report them to a moderator or use the appropriate community channels.
Seek Help: If you have questions about editing or contributing, don't hesitate to ask for help from experienced users.

Conclusion

By adhering to these guidelines, you contribute to a positive and informative environment for all users of Hmar Wiki. Thank you for your contributions, and welcome to the community! Together, let’s celebrate and preserve the rich heritage and culture of the Hmar people.