Blokes Lounge Inc Communications Policy

Purpose: To guide all current and future communication pathways, including mail; email; WhatsApp, and more.

Policy:

• Restricted Use: Official communication channels (blokeslounge@gmail.com, admin@blokeslounge.org.au, and others) are for association business only. Non-Lounge material (jokes, images, etc.) is prohibited and may be audited.

Values:

• We value and respect all people, regardless of their ability, race, spiritual belief or sexual orientation.

• We respect the opinions of others and value free and vibrant discussion but will not tolerate the preaching of religious, political or commercial ideals.

• We do not tolerate loud, disruptive or abusive behavior and language.

Guidelines:

• Free Speech: While we support free speech, use common sense. If you receive offensive content, inform the sender to avoid future issues.

• Forwarding Content: Be considerate when forwarding jokes or material. Shared addresses may be accessed by partners.

• Blind Copy (Bcc): Use Bcc to keep addresses private. For small group emails, use 'reply to all' as appropriate.

Disclaimer:

• Where applicable all communications sent out on Blokes Lounge Inc related business or sent to member communication lists, must include a disclaimer.

• This applies whether sent from Wild Apricot’s admin@blokeslounge.org.au; blokeslounge@gmail.com; activity group coordinators; individual members email accounts; or any other communication pathway where this function is available.

• Email Disclaimer: (Include this disclaimer as a footer or email signature or just copy and paste).

EMAIL DISCLAIMER This email and any attachments are proprietary and confidential and are intended solely for the use of Blokes Lounge members. Any views or opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect or represent those of Blokes Lounge Inc. If you have received this email in error, please let us know immediately by reply email and delete it from your system. You may not use, disseminate, distribute, or copy this message nor disclose its contents to anyone.

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Communication Clean-Up:

• Remove all addresses from forwarded emails. Keep members' personal details confidetial unless written permission is provided by the club Secretary.

Responding to Communications:

• Answer yes/no questions or event invitations promptly and politely.

Security Awareness:

• Do not forward unreliable advice, warnings, or alerts. Verify sources before acting on them. Subscribe to government alerts at Cyber.gov.au.

Summary: Use common sense, courtesy, and respect in all communications.

Blokes Lounge Inc.
Revised 11 October 2024