{"id":271,"date":"2026-08-31T23:45:47","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T04:45:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/afucommunity.org\/?page_id=271"},"modified":"2026-08-31T23:45:48","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T04:45:48","slug":"afu-community-guidelines","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/afucommunity.org\/zh\/afu-community-guidelines\/","title":{"rendered":"AFU Community Guidelines"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Last Updated: August 31, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AFU \u2013 Asians &amp; Friends Untucked<\/strong> is committed to building an open, diverse, welcoming, and safe community where LGBTQ+ Asians, friends, partners, family members, and allies can connect through culture, entertainment, social activities, travel, volunteering, and everyday conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">By participating in AFU spaces, you agree to respect the following community standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">1. Treat Others with Respect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Everyone deserves basic respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU does not tolerate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Personal attacks, insults, or humiliation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Harassment, bullying, or persistent unwanted contact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Discriminatory language<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Hate speech<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Deliberate provocation or intimidation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Derogatory treatment based on race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, religion, body type, or other personal characteristics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Disagreement is welcome. Personal attacks are not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">2. Respect Privacy and Personal Boundaries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Do not share another person\u2019s private information without permission, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Full name, phone number, home address, or workplace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Private conversations or screenshots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Identification or account information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Health or medical information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Immigration or legal status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Private photos or videos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Sexual or relationship information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Other information the person has not agreed to make public<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Doxxing, targeted exposure of personal information, or attempts to identify someone against their wishes are prohibited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Information shared inside an AFU group is not automatically permission to repost it elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">3. Consent Matters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Clear, voluntary, and ongoing consent matters both online and in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Do not:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Make persistent unwanted sexual comments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Continue pursuing someone after they have said no<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Touch someone without permission<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Pressure someone to participate in an activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Share intimate or sexual images without consent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Anyone may change their mind or withdraw consent at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">4. Adult and Sensitive Content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU\u2019s <strong>public website and public-facing pages are generally SFW<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Some private AFU communities may allow adult discussions involving sexuality, bodies, relationships, kink, or related topics. Those spaces must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Be clearly identified<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Follow the specific rules of that group or platform<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Meet all applicable age requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Respect consent and privacy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Prohibit sexualized content involving minors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Prohibit non-consensual intimate imagery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Prohibit illegal content<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Adult content allowed in one AFU space does not mean it is automatically allowed everywhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">5. Do Not Spread Scams, Dangerous Rumors, or Deliberate Misinformation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU supports open discussion, but open discussion does not mean knowingly spreading false information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Please use extra care with claims involving:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Health and medicine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Legal or immigration matters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Finance and investing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Public safety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Elections and government policy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Breaking news<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">AI-generated content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Online scams and phishing links<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">If a claim is uncertain, say so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU encourages members to <strong>check sources, provide context, and correct misinformation when discovered<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">6. No Scams, Pyramid Schemes, or Abusive Commercial Activity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU does not allow members to exploit the community through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Fraud<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Pyramid schemes or deceptive multi-level marketing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Fake investment opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Misleading fundraising<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Phishing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Account theft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Impersonation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Deceptive sales practices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Undisclosed commercial conflicts of interest<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Legitimate marketplace activity, recommendations, or secondhand sales should follow the rules of the relevant AFU group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">7. Advertising and Promotion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU is a community, not an unrestricted advertising platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Without permission, members should not:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Flood groups with advertisements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Repeatedly promote products or services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Send unsolicited sales messages to members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Present themselves as an official AFU partner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Use AFU\u2019s name for commercial activity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">For sponsorships, partnerships, promotions, or business collaborations, please contact the AFU team first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">8. Do Not Misrepresent Yourself as AFU<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Without authorization, no individual or organization may:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Claim to officially represent AFU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Create an unauthorized \u201cofficial AFU group\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Fundraise or charge fees in AFU\u2019s name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Sign agreements on behalf of AFU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Issue official statements on behalf of AFU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Suggest that AFU endorses an event, organization, or product when it does not<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Official AFU groups are those listed in the official directory on AFUCommunity.org.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">9. Conduct at Events<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">When attending an event organized, co-hosted, or promoted by AFU, please:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Respect the venue and its staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Follow age and admission requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Respect others\u2019 personal space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Avoid disrupting the experience of other attendees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Follow photography and privacy rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Take responsibility for your own alcohol consumption and behavior<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Follow local laws and venue policies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU may ask anyone whose behavior seriously disrupts an event to leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">10. Photography and Media<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Some AFU events may include photography or video.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">If you do not wish to be photographed, please let an organizer or photographer know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Do not photograph, record, or publicly share identifiable images of others in privacy-sensitive settings without permission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Please see the <strong>AFU Photo &amp; Media Policy<\/strong> for additional details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">11. Health, Legal, Immigration, and Financial Discussions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU communities may include discussions about health, legal issues, immigration, investing, and other specialized topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Personal experiences and opinions shared by members represent the individual speaker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Unless clearly stated otherwise, information shared in AFU spaces should <strong>not be treated as professional medical, legal, immigration, tax, or financial advice<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">For important decisions, consult a qualified professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">12. Politics and Social Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU members may discuss politics, public policy, and social issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">We encourage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Facts + Sources + Respectful Discussion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">We discourage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Labels + Personal Attacks + Conspiracy Claims + Deliberate Provocation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Criticizing governments, political parties, politicians, or public policy does not itself violate these guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Harassing other members, intentionally spreading false information, or promoting hatred may.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">13. Respect the Purpose of Each AFU Group<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU includes different communities organized around geography, interests, and shared experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">These may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Regional groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Film and performing arts groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Travel groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Fitness groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Pet groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Marriage and immigration groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Finance groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Astrology groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Marketplace groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Other special-interest communities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Please try to keep conversations reasonably relevant to the purpose of the group you are in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Content allowed in one AFU group may not be appropriate in another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">14. No Forced Agreement or Political Loyalty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU is made up of people with different backgrounds, views, and life experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Participation in AFU does not require members to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Agree with every other member<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Support a particular political party<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Attend every event<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Join every AFU group<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Publicly disclose their identity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Take a public position on social or political issues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU exists to create space for connection, not ideological conformity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">15. Reporting Problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Please contact AFU if you experience or witness:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ext-animate--on\">\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Harassment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Threats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Scams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Privacy violations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Impersonation of AFU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Serious misinformation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Inappropriate content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Event safety concerns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"ext-animate--on\">Other violations of these guidelines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udce7 <strong><a href=\"mailto:AsiansFriendsUntucked@gmail.com\">AsiansFriendsUntucked@gmail.com<\/a><\/strong><br>\ud83c\udf10 <strong>AFUCommunity.org<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Screenshots, dates, group names, and other relevant details can help us review reports more effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">16. Moderation and Enforcement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the seriousness of the situation, AFU moderators may take actions including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reminder \u2192 Formal Warning \u2192 Content Removal \u2192 Temporary Restriction \u2192 Removal from a Group \u2192 Loss of Event Access \u2192 Permanent Ban from Official AFU Communities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">For serious violations such as fraud, threats, severe harassment, doxxing, or non-consensual intimate imagery, AFU may skip intermediate warnings and move directly to removal or banning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Where there is a credible concern involving physical safety or possible illegal activity, AFU may also recommend contacting venue staff, platform operators, or appropriate authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">17. These Guidelines Will Evolve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">AFU is a growing community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">As new WeChat groups, regional communities, events, forums, and other features are added, these guidelines may be updated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Individual AFU groups and events may also adopt additional rules appropriate to their specific purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Where additional rules differ from these general guidelines, the rule that better protects member safety, privacy, and community order should apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity ext-animate--on\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">A final note<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AFU exists to help people connect \u2014 not to make everyone the same. Be curious, be respectful, protect one another, and leave the community better than you found it.<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last Updated: August 31, 2026 AFU \u2013 Asians &amp; Friends Untucked is committed to building an open, diverse, welcoming, and safe community where LGBTQ+ Asians, friends, partners, family members, and allies can connect through culture, entertainment, social activities, travel, volunteering, and everyday conversation. 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