Question 1

Use of Community Resources

Accepted Answer

Access to community resources is open to everyone, including non-members of the BWNJ community. To submit a community resource or participate in the community forums, individuals must be at least a basic tier BWNJ member.

Question 2

Valuable Resources We Accept

Accepted Answer

• Local Assistance Programs: Info about local government or nonprofit assistance programs for housing, food, healthcare, childcare, and other essential needs.
 • Career Development: Career workshops, interview prep services, interview attire donations, resume-building tips, and local job fair information.
 • Student Support Services: Academic support, such as tutoring services,  and academic counseling provided by colleges or community organizations.
 • Community Events and Workshops: Announcements about upcoming seminars, support groups, or recreational activities happening in the area.
 • Health and Wellness Resources: Recommendations for affordable healthcare services, mental health support, fitness classes, and wellness programs available locally.
 • Legal and Financial Guidance: Referrals to trustworthy legal aid services, financial counseling, or workshops on topics like budgeting, debt management, and understanding rights.
 • Parenting and Family Support: Resources for parents, including parenting workshops, playgroups, childcare options, and family-friendly activities.
 • Cultural and Recreational Activities: Recommendations for cultural events, art exhibitions, performances, and recreational activities.

Question 3

Prohibited Submissions

Accepted Answer

• Solicitation of Financial Investments: Promoting investment opportunities or financial schemes that could potentially exploit members financially.
 • Multi-level Marketing (MLM) or Pyramid Schemes: Content related to MLM or pyramid schemes that aim to recruit members for financial gain.
 • Personal Advertisements or Promotions: Promoting personal businesses, products, or services.
 • Unauthorized Fundraising or Donation Requests:  Requests for donations or fundraising efforts that are not authorized or aligned with the community's goals and values.
 • Misleading or False Information:  Misleading or false information that could harm or mislead members financially or otherwise.
 • Inappropriate Content: Inappropriate, offensive, or irrelevant content that does not contribute positively to the community's purpose.
 • Political or Religious Campaigns: Political or religious campaigns that are unrelated to the community's focus on resources and support.

Question 4

Forum Rules & Violations

Accepted Answer

1. Respectful Communication: Be respectful and courteous in all interactions. Avoid personal attacks, harassment, or offensive language.
2. Relevance of Content: Ensure that all submitted content is relevant to the community's purpose of sharing resources and information. Off-topic posts may be removed.
3. No Solicitation or Advertising: Do not use the forum to solicit or promote personal businesses, products, services, or fundraising activities.
4. No Spamming or Repetitive Posts: Avoid posting duplicate content, spam, or repetitive messages. Keep discussions focused and meaningful.
5. No Illegal or Inappropriate Content: Do not share or promote illegal activities, inappropriate content, or copyrighted material without proper permission.
6. Respect Privacy and Confidentiality: Do not share personal or confidential information about other members without their consent.
7. Be Truthful and Accurate: Provide accurate and truthful information when sharing resources or recommendations. Verify facts and sources whenever possible.
8. Use Proper Language and Etiquette: Use clear and professional language. Refrain from using all caps, excessive emojis, or text language that may be difficult to understand.
9. Moderator Discretion: Respect decisions made by forum moderators. Moderators have the authority to edit or remove content that violates forum rules.
10. Report Violations: If you encounter any inappropriate behavior or content, report it to the moderators for review and action.

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