Neurodivergent Techies Community Code of Conduct

Welcome to the Neurodivergent Techies Community! This is a supportive space for neurodivergent people in tech to connect, share, and thrive. By joining, you agree to the following:

Code of conduct

🔐 Section 1. Trust and Membership

  • Use your real full name as your Discord nickname (to set a server-specific nickname go to your profile → edit profile → per server profile → select our server → set your nickname as your full name. You may be temporarily restricted if you fail to do this, especially if an admin has flagged it to you.

  • This space is for neurodivergent people in tech only - including those self-diagnosed or exploring identity.

  • All neurotypes are valid — including ADHD, Autism, BPD, OCD, PTSD, Epilepsy, NPD, and more. Don’t use diagnoses as insults (e.g., “narcissist”).

  • Respect how people relate to their neurodivergence, whether as a superpower, disability, or something else. Please don’t tell others how to view their experience.

🔒 Section 2. Privacy and Safety

  • Do not share invite links directly- instead, refer people via this form: https://tally.so/r/m6rAYo

  • No screenshots or reposting of anything from this server, even with names redacted.

  • Don’t disclose someone’s identity, neurodivergence, or story without their explicit consent.

💬 Section 3. Respectful Communication

  • Be kind, even in disagreement. Avoid sarcasm, tone-policing, or dismissing someone’s experience.

  • It’s okay to express frustration with healthcare or diagnosis systems but don’t make sweeping claims, e.g. “Big Pharma is keeping us sick.” or “Doctors are overmedicating us” (Belle Gibson did this, and people suffered and even died as a result)

  • This is designed to be a safe space in which we may all be authentic and open BUT freedom of speech must not infringe upon anyone's ability to feel safe in this space. We are all accountable for our words and actions.

  • This space prioritises support, care, and psychological safety over polarising discussion.

  • Admins may step in if language becomes harmful or inflammatory.

🧪 Section 4. Medical Advice and Misinformation

  • Do not offer medical advice unless you’re a qualified professional.

  • You’re welcome to share your personal journey, just be clear it’s anecdotal, not prescriptive.

  • Don’t promote or recommend illegal drugs (unless they’re legal when prescribed, like ADHD medication).

  • Share resources from credible sources only; misinformation may be removed.

🏳️‍🌈 Section 5. Identity and Pronouns

  • Please add your pronouns to your profile.

  • Always use someone’s correct name and pronouns.

📣 Section 6. Promotions and Direct Messages

  • Use #promote-paid-stuff to share ND-friendly products or services that cost something.

  • Free stuff can be promoted in other channels.

  • No spamming, and no unsolicited DMs promoting anything.

🚫 Section 7. Harassment and Boundaries

Harassment of any kind will not be tolerated. This includes:

  • Discriminatory or offensive comments

  • Misgendering or deadnaming

  • Sharing inappropriate or sexual content without context or consent (this will result in an immediate and permanent ban)

  • Pressuring or pursuing contact after being asked to stop

  • Sharing private conversations without permission

  • Sharing channel conversations outside of the community

⚖️ Section 8. Reporting and Enforcement

Violations will result in:

  1. First offence: Warning

  2. Second offence: Final warning

  3. Third offence: Permanent ban

Severe issues may lead to an immediate ban at admin discretion.

To raise a concern about anything or report a breach, DM an admin (Parul Singh, Callum Fraser, Jonathan Fielding, or Maya McCutcheon) with the name, location, and a screenshot or context.

We want members to feel safe and welcomed in the community so even if you’re unsure, please flag it to us!

Appeals are welcome if you believe a decision was unfair, but final authority rests with the moderation team.