Respect and Inclusivity

• Respect Others: Treat all users with respect and courtesy. Harassment, discrimination, or abusive behavior will not be tolerated.
• Inclusivity: Tayog is an inclusive platform. Discriminatory remarks based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other personal characteristic are prohibited.

Professionalism

• Maintain Professionalism: Users are expected to engage professionally. This includes constructive feedback, polite discourse, and adherence to academic and professional standards.

Accuracy and Integrity

• Accurate Information: Ensure that all information shared is accurate and truthful. Do not post misleading or false information.
• Original Content: Share content you have created or have the right to post. Do not plagiarize or infringe on others' intellectual property rights.

Relevance

• Stay On-Topic: Content posted should be relevant to the research community. Off-topic or irrelevant posts may be removed.
• No Spam: Do not post spam, repetitive content, or unsolicited advertisements.

Quality

• High-Quality Content: Aim to contribute high-quality, thoughtful content that adds value to the community. Poor-quality or disruptive content may be removed.

Constructive Communication

• Constructive Feedback: Provide constructive feedback aimed at helping others improve. Avoid negative or destructive criticism.
• Engage Positively: Engage in discussions positively and productively. Respect differing viewpoints and avoid personal attacks.

Collaboration and Networking

• Collaborative Spirit: Foster a spirit of collaboration. Be open to working with others and sharing knowledge.
• Networking Etiquette: Network respectfully. Do not engage in aggressive or intrusive networking behaviors.

Mentorship Etiquette

• Respect Time: Respect the time and effort of mentors and consultants. Be punctual for meetings and responsive in communications.
• Clear Expectations: Set clear expectations for mentorship and consultancy engagements. Communicate openly and honestly about goals and needs.

Confidentiality

• Confidential Information: Respect the confidentiality of information shared during mentorship or consultancy sessions. Do not disclose sensitive information without permission.

How to Report

• Reporting Mechanism: Use the platform's reporting system to report violations of these guidelines. Provide as much detail as possible to help us investigate.
• Anonymity: Reports can be made anonymously if preferred. Tayog takes all reports seriously and will investigate promptly.

Consequences

• Violation Consequences: Users who violate these guidelines may face consequences, including content removal, account suspension, or permanent ban from the platform.
• Appeal Process: Users may appeal disciplinary actions by contacting Tayog support with relevant information.

Support Resources

• Help Center: Access our Help Center for resources and guidance on using Tayog.
• Customer Support: Contact Tayog support for assistance with any issues or questions.

Encouragement and Recognition

• Positive Reinforcement: Encourage and recognize positive contributions from community members. Highlight valuable content and commend exemplary behavior.

Updates

• Modifications: Tayog reserves the right to update these Community Guidelines anytime. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the new guidelines on the platform and updating the effective date.

Continued Use

• Acceptance: Continued use of the platform after changes to the Community Guidelines constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

For questions or concerns about these Community Guidelines, please contact Tayog at support@tayog.in.