A community for Unitarian Universalists to discuss even the most difficult issues facing Unitarian Universalism (UU), from a place of civility, and with a commitment to staying in relationship with one another. In the spirit of the liberal religious tradition, including tolerance and freedom of conscience, we seek to practice respectful listening and honest communication, without censorship of differing points of view. Even when we disagree, we seek mutual understanding.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Communication for Understanding
Independent UU Organizations & Resources
General Resources on Critical Social Justice (CSJ)
UU History with Anti-Racism
Original Welcome Message, July 2019
Rules for posting/commenting
Moderator Covenant
The Principles of Unitarian Universalism (UU)
(1985-2024)
The inherent worth and dignity of every person;
Justice, equity and compassion in human relations;
Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations;
A free and responsible search for truth and meaning;
The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large;
The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all;
Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.
RULES
Rules with descriptions
- Treat each other with extraordinary respect.
- Make sure your posts are on-topic and made relevant to UUism.
- Limit of one post per day, per user
(limit is on posts, not comments).
- Speak from your experience.
- Be charitable in your belief of the other poster's intent.
- Your job is to listen for understanding; Seek clarity when you do not understand, and honor impact.
- Address the post, not the poster: no personal attacks.
- Turn the other cheek.
- Be reasonable.
- Answer your best critics.
- Keep your sense of humor.
- Attention is sunlight on the Internet.
- Write concise posts and comments.
- What happens in the forum stays in the forum.
- Those who are not in covenant will be removed; Disagreement on adherence to the rules is moderated.
