Content Guidelines – Soldiersattic.com

Content Guidelines

Our community standards and principles for creating meaningful, respectful, and impactful content that supports veterans and inspires personal growth.

Community Standards

Respect and Inclusivity

We maintain a welcoming environment for all community members, regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Discrimination, harassment, or hate speech of any kind is not tolerated.

  • Treat all members with dignity and respect
  • Use inclusive language in all communications
  • Respect diverse viewpoints and experiences
  • Report inappropriate behavior to moderators

Veteran Support Focus

Our primary mission is supporting military veterans and their families. Content should align with this purpose and contribute positively to the veteran community.

  • Share resources that benefit veteran communities
  • Respect the service and sacrifice of all veterans
  • Avoid exploiting veteran status for personal gain
  • Support fellow veterans in their growth journey

Content Creation Principles

Educational Value

All content should provide meaningful value to our audience through education, inspiration, or practical guidance for personal growth and veteran support.

  • Focus on actionable insights and practical advice
  • Provide credible sources and references
  • Share personal experiences constructively
  • Encourage learning and development

Authenticity and Transparency

We value honest, authentic communication that builds trust within our community. Be transparent about your experiences, limitations, and affiliations.

  • Share genuine experiences and perspectives
  • Acknowledge when you don’t have expertise
  • Disclose any conflicts of interest
  • Admit mistakes and learn from them publicly

Quality Standards

Maintain high standards for content quality to ensure our community receives valuable, well-presented information and discussions.

  • Use clear, professional language
  • Verify facts before sharing information
  • Organize content logically and coherently
  • Edit and proofread before publishing

Fair Use Compliance

USC 107 Guidelines

All content creation and sharing must comply with Fair Use provisions under USC Title 17, Section 107 for educational, commentary, and transformative purposes.

  • Use copyrighted material only for educational commentary
  • Limit use to what is necessary for the educational purpose
  • Add substantial original analysis or commentary
  • Ensure use does not harm the market for original work

Attribution Requirements

Proper attribution and citation of sources is required for all referenced materials, regardless of fair use status.

  • Clearly identify all sources and original creators
  • Provide links to original content when possible
  • Use proper citation formats for academic sources
  • Acknowledge inspiration and influences

Original Content Protection

Our original content is protected by copyright law. Community members should respect these rights while engaging with our materials.

  • Request permission for substantial use of our content
  • Provide attribution when sharing our materials
  • Respect our intellectual property rights
  • Report unauthorized use of our content

Community Interaction Guidelines

Constructive Communication

Foster meaningful dialogue that contributes to personal growth and veteran support through thoughtful, constructive communication.

  • Ask questions that promote deeper understanding
  • Provide helpful feedback and suggestions
  • Share relevant experiences and insights
  • Support others in their growth journey

Live Stream Etiquette

Maintain appropriate behavior during live streams and interactive sessions to ensure a positive experience for all participants.

  • Stay on topic and respect the session focus
  • Allow others to participate and share
  • Use appropriate language and tone
  • Follow moderator instructions promptly

Discord Community Standards

Our Discord server requires additional consideration for real-time chat environments and ongoing community building.

  • Use appropriate channels for different topics
  • Avoid spam or excessive self-promotion
  • Help new members feel welcome
  • Report issues to moderators privately

Enforcement and Contact

Guideline Enforcement

We enforce these guidelines fairly and consistently to maintain a positive community environment. Violations may result in warnings, temporary restrictions, or permanent removal from the community.

Reporting Issues

If you encounter content or behavior that violates these guidelines, please report it through appropriate channels:

  • Discord: Contact moderators directly
  • Live streams: Use platform reporting features
  • General concerns: Email contact@soldiersattic.com
  • Urgent issues: Contact community administrators

Questions and Clarifications

For questions about these guidelines or requests for clarification, please reach out to our team. We’re here to help ensure everyone understands and can follow our community standards.

Last updated: September 2025

These guidelines are subject to updates as our community grows and evolves.