diff --git a/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md b/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md index b0b170d..e784c5c 100644 --- a/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md +++ b/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md @@ -1,98 +1,87 @@ - +# Code of Conduct -## Code of Conduct +## 1. Purpose -This Code of Conduct establishes expectations for behavior within the MokoCassiopeia project community. The objective is to maintain a professional, inclusive, and respectful environment aligned with open source governance best practices. +The purpose of this Code of Conduct is to ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all contributors and participants in Moko Consulting projects. This applies to all interactions, whether in repositories, issue trackers, documentation, meetings, or community spaces. -## Scope +## 2. Our Standards -This Code of Conduct applies to all project spaces, including: +Participants are expected to uphold behaviors that strengthen our community, including: -* GitHub repositories, issues, pull requests, discussions, and security advisories. -* Project documentation, workflows, and release processes. -* Any communication channels officially associated with the project. + Demonstrating empathy and respect toward others. + Being inclusive of diverse viewpoints and backgrounds. + Gracefully accepting constructive feedback. + Prioritizing collaboration over conflict. + Showing professionalism in all interactions. -## Our Standards +### Unacceptable behavior includes: -Participants are expected to: + Harassment, discrimination, or derogatory comments. + Threatening or violent language or actions. + Disruptive, aggressive, or intentionally harmful behavior. + Publishing others’ private information without permission. + Any behavior that violates applicable laws. -* Communicate professionally and respectfully. -* Provide constructive feedback focused on technical merit and project objectives. -* Respect differing viewpoints, experience levels, and backgrounds. -* Follow documented contribution, security, and governance policies. +## 3. Responsibilities of Maintainers -Unacceptable behavior includes: +Maintainers are responsible for: -* Harassment, discrimination, or exclusionary conduct. -* Personal attacks, insults, or inflammatory comments. -* Publishing private information without consent. -* Disruptive behavior that materially interferes with project operations. + Clarifying acceptable behavior. + Taking appropriate corrective action when unacceptable behavior occurs. + Removing, editing, or rejecting contributions that violate this Code. + Temporarily or permanently banning contributors who engage in repeated or severe violations. -## Enforcement Responsibilities +## 4. Scope -Project maintainers are responsible for: +This Code applies to: -* Clarifying standards when questions arise. -* Taking appropriate and proportionate corrective action when violations occur. -* Maintaining confidentiality to the extent practical during investigations. + All Moko Consulting repositories. + All documentation and collaboration platforms. + Public and private communication related to project activities. + Any representation of Moko Consulting in online or offline spaces. -## Reporting +## 5. Enforcement -Instances of abusive, harassing, or otherwise unacceptable behavior may be reported through: +Instances of misconduct may be reported to: +**[hello@mokoconsulting.tech](mailto:hello@mokoconsulting.tech)** -* Email: `hello@mokoconsulting.tech` with subject `CODE OF CONDUCT: MokoCassiopeia`. +All reports will be reviewed and investigated promptly and fairly. Maintainers are obligated to maintain confidentiality where possible. -Reports should include relevant context, links, screenshots, or other supporting information. +Consequences may include: -## Enforcement Guidelines + A warning. + Required training or mediation. + Temporary or permanent bans. + Escalation to legal authorities when required. -Corrective actions may include, but are not limited to: +## 6. Acknowledgements -* Private warning or request for corrective action. -* Temporary or permanent restriction from project participation. -* Removal of content that violates this Code of Conduct. +This Code of Conduct is inspired by widely adopted community guidelines, including the Contributor Covenant and major open-source collaboration standards. -Decisions are made based on impact, severity, and pattern of behavior. +## 7. Related Documents -## No Retaliation + [Governance Guide](./docs-governance.md) + [Contributor Guide](./docs-contributing.md) + [Documentation Index](./docs-index.md) -Retaliation against individuals who report concerns in good faith is not tolerated. Any retaliatory behavior will be treated as a separate violation. - -## Jurisdiction - -This project is managed from Tennessee, USA. This statement is informational and does not constitute legal advice. - ---- - -## Metadata - -* **Document:** CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md -* **Repository:** [https://github.com/mokoconsulting-tech/MokoCassiopeia](https://github.com/mokoconsulting-tech/MokoCassiopeia) -* **Path:** /CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md -* **Owner:** Moko Consulting -* **Version:** 03.06.00 -* **Status:** Active -* **Effective Date:** 2025-12-18 -* **Last Reviewed:** 2025-12-18 - -## Revision History - -| Date | Change Summary | Author | -| ---------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------- | -| 2025-12-18 | Initial publication of contributor conduct standards and enforcement process. | Moko Consulting | +This Code of Conduct is a living document and may be updated following the established Change Management process.