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PIKACHU!
1. Please point to examples of bullying on this app. 2. All of the other platforms you have mentioned have been around for at least a few years, plus. Ramblio is barely a few months old. 3. The moderators are volunteers and are not getting paid. Even the developer has set up voluntary subscription for this app. If we all had to pay for the app, of course the expectation would be greater. 4. Again, why do you call blind people as, āfolksā. And low vision people as ālegendsā.
Leftist Point of View
Hi Estelle, I think blocking is a useful feature for sure. but blocking and following should not be the end all or be all for how we build our experience on the app. If most people tell everyone that blocking and following should be used to deal with bullying then we really don't need a moderator team if all they'll do is point us to the block button. If there are a few bad apples making it hell for some users by bullying them, the moderation team ought to clarify what bullying means as they see it. That clarification seems to be forthcoming from the developer and moderators soon. These guidelines if and when they get posted should be clear about the things we're talking about in this thread, and others like it. They may choose to use any or no ideas from Nicole's points above, but by now, the text should formalize things like ideas a user doesn't like is not grounds for taking action by the moderators. Neither is the use of bad language, the occasional instance of name-calling, and so on. They may choose to give their agreed upon definition and examples of what is bullying, harassment, doxing, and the like. To use a recent example, calling someone stupid, or their idea proposterous in and of itself is not bullying, but continuing to disparrenge and attack a user is. Nicole has stated she is able to deal with what people say to her, but seems to be pointing out repeated nasty behavior from some users toward other users on the app. She's shown concern for how she sees the moderation team look the other way at things people are doing that ought to be dealt with. She's taking it upon herself to point this out, and have a discussion. We could have an environment that's more a free for all, which has been my Ramblio experience, or something rigid that will scare users off the app. Either case will scare some people off the app. You can't please everyone, but I'm personally hoping to have something other than what we have now, but that is not too far from it. Clear definition of things like bullying, which supposedly already is not tolerated in Ramblio according to guidelines can go a long way. Happy new year to all, and all good wishes of good dreams and restful sleep to Matt. Don't let us and our drama seep into your dreams, not too much. LOL
Estelle
Matt Cooper
Matt Cooper
Matthew J
If you think that the above are the genuine standards that Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn et cetera are actually enforcing, I have a bridge to sell you. ļæ¼
Leftist Point of View
Hi Matt, your reply seems to imply you may be unwilling to even want to try to do as good a job as possible in enforcing Ramblio's terms and conditions as defined and/or amended by people on behalf of Ramblio. I hear this if FaceBook can't get it right, then neither are we attitude behind your questions to Nicole. Correct me where I'm wrong here, but that's how I see it. It also reinforces how I've observed the moderation team here deal with things. I'm looking forward to checking out what gets posted as the up-coming revision to Ramblio's terms.
Matt Cooper
Nicole a.k.a. the Brassknucklebeauty
Moderator Guidelines: Bullying, Harassment, and Public Decorum 1. Purpose of Moderation (Set the Frame) Moderation exists to protect the community, not to win arguments or express personal opinions. Moderators represent the voice of the platform, not themselves as individuals. Personal beliefs, tolerance levels, or emotional reactions do not override the standards. 2. What Is Bullying Bullying includes repeated or targeted behavior that: - Insults, mocks, or demeans a person or group - Dismisses lived experiences ("it wasnāt that bad," "youāre too sensitive") - Encourages others to pile on or shame - Uses power, status, or platform size to intimidate - Continues after someone has asked for it to stop Ā Key marker: If the behavior would reasonably make someone feel unsafe, unwelcome, or silenced, it qualifies. 3. What Is Harassment Harassment includes: - Persistent unwanted contact or commentary - Targeting someone across posts, threads, or messages - Provoking reactions through baiting or hostility - Minimizing harm while continuing the behavior Ā Important: Intent does not outweigh impact. "I didnāt mean it that way" does not negate harm. 4. What Is Not Bullying or Harassment - Disagreement expressed without personal attack - Constructive criticism of ideas or policies - Boundary-setting or calling out harmful behavior respectfully - Reporting content through proper channels Ā Moderators must distinguish discomfort from harm. 5. Moderator Decorum (Non-Negotiables) Moderators must: - Use neutral, respectful, non-dismissive language - Avoid sarcasm, condescension, or shaming - Never tell users to "grow up," "toughen up," or "just deal with it" - Never minimize harm based on personal tolerance - Never argue publicly with users Ā Rule of thumb: If you wouldnāt say it face-to-face in a professional setting, donāt say it online. 6. Leave Personal Feelings at the Door Moderators cannot enforce rules based on: - "That doesnāt bother me" - "Iāve been through worse" - "People say that all the time" Ā Enforcement is based on standards, not emotional judgment. When emotions rise, moderators should pause, escalate internally, or step back. 7. Blocking Is Not Moderation Blocking is a user tool, not an enforcement strategy. Moderators should not default to "just block" when: - There is repeated behavior - There is targeting - There is community impact Ā Moderation must address patterns, not just individual visibility. 8. What It Costs When This Isnāt Done Failure to moderate with clarity and decorum leads to: - Loss of community trust - Escalation of conflict - Users disengaging or leaving silently - Harm being normalized - Moderators being perceived as part of the problem Ā Unchecked tone and inconsistency create liability, reputational damage, and long-term erosion of safety. 9. What Good Moderation Looks Like - Clear definitions, applied consistently - Calm, neutral public responses - Accountability without humiliation - Willingness to learn and adjust - Protecting people and the platform at the same time