VFW Department of Washington

Social Media User Code of Conduct

Questions or concerns? Contact our communications team at comms@vfwwa.org.

Our social media platforms are designed to foster a welcoming and engaging environment for discussions about VFW activities and veterans’ issues. To ensure a positive experience for everyone, please follow these guidelines when interacting on our pages.

We encourage open dialogue, but content or behavior that violates the following standards may be removed. Users who repeatedly or excessively violate these standards may be banned to maintain a respectful community atmosphere.

We Do Not Tolerate:

• Hateful Comments: Content that promotes hate, hostility, or violence toward individuals or groups.
• Discrimination: Including but not limited to discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, or religion.
• Excessive Profanity: Remember that our audience includes individuals of all ages, including minors.
• Privacy Violations: Identifying or discussing members in a defamatory, abusive, or negative manner, or compromising their privacy.
• Spam: Repeated or unsolicited advertisements, links, or irrelevant content.
• Provocative or Harassing Content: Posts intended to incite arguments, harass individuals, or disrupt the organization’s operations.
• Unapproved Advertising or Promotions: Including links, referral codes, or images promoting third-party companies, products, or services.

What We Encourage:

We welcome constructive feedback, concerns, or complaints presented in a respectful and civil manner. Our team is committed to addressing issues and fostering meaningful discussions about veterans and VFW-related matters.

By participating on our social media platforms, users agree to uphold this code of conduct. Thank you for helping us create a respectful and supportive space for our veteran community.

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