BYAC Code of Conduct
The BYAC is more than just a social group of collectors and enthusiasts, it is a village with connections, passion, and trust as its foundation. Every member embodies unique characteristics and perspectives that contribute to the overall culture and philosophy of our collective.
The BYAC and its members promote cohesive diversity, fluidity of thoughts and beliefs, vulnerability, empathy, and joy in a safe and inclusive environment which drives communal and personal growth. The BYAC recognizes that our philosophy thrives by accepting, learning, and fostering the various personal and cultural differences of everyone in the village and our neighbors.
This Code of Conduct protects the ideology that our differences confer strength, and that we can only flourish through welcoming and embracing everyone that is, and will be, involved in our village. There is absolutely zero tolerance for discriminatory, derogatory, or conniving behavior which could unnecessarily harm individuals in our village and our surrounding communities. Inclusivity and respect for each other are pivotal to enhancing ourselves, the village, and those around us consistently.
It is exceedingly important and obligatory to employ this policy while representing the BYAC in any capacity and participating within the community.
Our Philosophy:
1. Champion Empathy
Groups are not composed of isolated individuals; our actions will influence those around us in some capacity. Everyone is unique in both nature and nurture; we cannot compare our experiences and understandings universally. To build and maintain healthy relationships we must be cognizant of our behavior.
2. Words are powerful, take accountability.
We cannot expect perfection when communicating, however, we can expect accountability. When someone is offended or hurt, we need to push aside our ego and find ways to reconcile. Right or wrong, working together requires compromise, understanding, and vulnerability.
3. Asking for help makes you stronger
The BYAC is intrinsically an open hearted and supportive community in and outside the Axie universe. Absolute knowledge is unattainable, what we know today might not be relevant tomorrow, nor be correct presently. It never hurts to ask a question, and that question can lead to the illumination of answers for others. Additionally, when someone proposes a question, it should not become normalized as shameful, it should be answered with integrity and with good intention. Misinformation while meant to be helpful can have the opposite effect, in these cases direct to the proper channels of communication. To acknowledge you do not know, is the path to enlightenment.
4. Teamwork makes the Dreamwork
There is no right way to do something and there is no reason to be rude about conflicting means to the end. Groups are effective because of teamwork; conflicts only degrade the atmosphere and inhibit productive discussion. We all have our own illusions, and when they are tested it is uncomfortable. It is in those moments where we must remember and act with awareness that our natural reactions are not justification for dehumanizing behavior. We are a community of empowerment; we all want to succeed and thrive in a healthy community.
5. Cohesive communities are everyone’s responsibility.
The BYAC’s heart is based on a caring and understanding community. This comes from everyone’s desire to be treated with respect, understanding, trust, and compassion. To maintain this behavior we expect each other to be held to a high standard, retain accountability, and be trustworthy. We thrive to create a safe space which requires vigilance against the feeling of threats. If in the event you witness or are subjected to a breach of this Code of Conduct, we request initiating a mature and respectful conversation with those in breach. In the event that does not resolve we implore you to reach out to the team.
While each case of the breach will vary in severity, consequences will be enforced in the event of complete disregard of the Code of Conduct. You are accountable for your actions, there is no excuse.