Responsible Local Social Media — Guided Conversations

A short, facilitator-friendly deck to help neighborhood groups create shared norms and practices for safe, welcoming local online spaces.

Why this matters

Neighbors want clear norms so online spaces attract participation, reduce harm, and amplify community efforts responsibly. This deck helps groups turn those goals into concrete agreements about moderation, privacy, misinformation, and inclusive tone.

How to use the deck

Use it in a single meeting or a short series to guide conversation, surface concerns, and co-author simple practices that fit your neighborhood's needs.

Typical steps include:

• Set shared goals and a welcoming tone
• Agree on basic moderation roles and escalation paths
• Define privacy expectations and how to handle unverified information
• Plan outreach and partnerships with local organizations

Boundaries — what to avoid

This resource is designed to prevent chaotic or exclusionary spaces. It discourages ad-hoc moderation that silences neighbors and the spread of unverified information that damages trust.