Social Media Policy

Updated: Jan 9, 2024

BCBP Cebu Central Social Media Policy

This policy outlines the guidelines for the appropriate use of social media by members and representatives of the Brotherhood Christian Business Professionals (BCBP) Cebu Central. It aims to uphold the organization's values, protect its reputation, and maintain a positive online presence.

General Principles:

• Uphold BCBP Values: All online interactions should reflect the core values of BCBP, including professionalism, integrity, service, excellence, and Christian witness.

• Respect and Civility: Be respectful and courteous in all online interactions, even when disagreeing with others. Avoid personal attacks, offensive language, or discriminatory comments.

• Accuracy and Transparency: Share accurate and truthful information to the best of your knowledge. Do not misrepresent yourself or BCBP.

• Confidentiality: Respect the privacy of others and refrain from sharing confidential information online.

• Copyright and Attribution: Be mindful of copyright laws and give proper credit when sharing content that is not yours.

• Responsible Sharing: Think before you post. Consider the potential consequences of your online activity and how it might reflect on BCBP.

Specific guidelines:

KAIGSUONAN Group Chat Policy (applicable for two GC’s)

1. The BCBP Facebook group chat is established to facilitate real-time communication, collaboration, and support among its members. The primary purpose is to enhance the organization's sense of community and connection.

2. Always keep to the purpose of this chat group! Don’t share non-related messages about other topics. 

3. Do not spam the chat group! Do not share memes, adverts deals, and the like. 

4. Post your message in one chunk of text, don’t post every word or sentence in a new message. 

5. If you’re lurking in a group chat and ‘seeing’ every message, occasionally respond with something to remove the stalker vibe that inevitably develops. 

6. Do not have one-on-one conversations in the group. Switch to private messages.

7. Please don’t send in a hundred “thank you” messages. If you feel gratitude towards someone – tell them in a private message. 

8. This chat group is not a political platform. No fear-mongering, no hyped-up drama, no fake news. Check your sources before you share. 

9. Always ask someone if you may add them before you add them. 

10. Don’t send data-insensitive messages. No one wants their last 3GB used up on uninvited memes. 

11. Do politely excuse yourself before you leave the group.

12. Please use only one account. If you have multiple accounts, kindly choose which one you want to join the group chat.

13. The “thumbs up” icon should be done on the message itself and not sent as a separate message. To react to a message, press and hold it and choose your desired icon.

Facebook Group Policy:

1. Purpose of the Group:

This Facebook group is created as an extension of the BCBP community to facilitate communication, collaboration, and support among members. The primary purpose is to share information, encourage positive discussions, and uphold the values of BCBP.

2. Membership Criteria:

Only BCBP members are allowed to join the group. Prospective members may request to join but will be admitted upon verification of their BCBP membership status.

3. Respectful Communication:

Members should communicate respectfully and courteously. Avoid offensive language, personal attacks, or any form of discrimination. 

4. Relevant Content:

Members are encouraged to share content relevant to BCBP activities, events, and discussions. Avoid spamming, self-promotion, or irrelevant posts.

5. Confidentiality:

Members should not share confidential information about BCBP, its members, or any internal matters in the Facebook group. Respect the privacy of others and refrain from discussing sensitive topics in a public forum.

6. Upholding BCBP Values:

All posts and comments should align with the values and principles of BCBP, promoting integrity, Christian values, and professionalism.

7. Moderation:

The group administrators reserve the right to moderate content, remove posts or comments that violate the group policy, and, if necessary, restrict or remove members who repeatedly violate the rules.

8. Events and Announcements:

Members are encouraged to share information about BCBP events, activities, and relevant announcements. However, promotional content unrelated to BCBP requires approval from the Governance.

9. Reporting Violations:

Members are encouraged to report any violations of the group policy to the Governance. This includes inappropriate content, disrespectful behavior, or any activity that goes against the values of BCBP.

10. External Links and Resources:

While sharing valuable resources and external links is allowed, members should ensure that the content is relevant to BCBP and does not violate copyright or intellectual property rights.

11. Private Messaging:

Members are encouraged to use private messaging for personal or sensitive discussions rather than posting in the group. This helps maintain a positive and focused group environment.

12. Group Exclusivity:

The group is intended for BCBP members only. Discussions and content should be kept within the group, and members are discouraged from sharing group content outside without permission.

Facebook Page Policy:

1. Page Purpose:

The BCBP Facebook page is an official platform for sharing information about the organization, its activities, and relevant content. The primary purpose is to engage with members and the public in a positive and informative manner.

2. Page Administration:

The page will be administered by authorized BCBP representatives. The page administrators will review and approve All posts and content to ensure alignment with the organization's values.

3. Respectful Engagement:

Followers are encouraged to engage with the page content in a respectful and courteous manner. Comments and discussions should be constructive and in line with the values of BCBP.

4. Relevant Content:

The page will primarily share content related to BCBP events, activities, achievements, and messages that align with the organization's mission. Irrelevant or promotional content unrelated to BCBP is discouraged.

5. Upholding BCBP Values:

All posts and content shared on the page should reflect the values and principles of BCBP, promoting integrity, Christian values, and professionalism.

6. Moderation:

The page administrators reserve the right to moderate content, remove comments or posts that violate the page policy, and, if necessary, ban users who repeatedly violate the rules.

7. Event Promotion:

The page will promote BCBP events, conferences, seminars, and other activities. Information about these events will be shared in a timely and organized manner.

8. Collaboration and Partnerships:

Collaborations with other organizations or partnerships will be shared on the page, but such collaborations will align with BCBP's mission and values.

9. Confidentiality:

The page will not share confidential information about BCBP, its members, or any internal matters. Sensitivity to the privacy of individuals will be maintained at all times.

10. Reporting Violations:

Followers are encouraged to report any violations of the page policy promptly. This includes inappropriate comments, spam, or any activity that goes against the values of BCBP.

11. External Links and Resources:

While sharing valuable resources and external links is allowed, the page administrators will ensure that the content is relevant to BCBP and does not violate copyrights or intellectual property rights.

12. Page Exclusivity:

The page is intended to represent BCBP officially. Discussions and content should be focused on the organization's activities and initiatives.

13. Regular Updates:

The page will be regularly updated with relevant content to inform followers about BCBP's activities and maintain an active online presence.

Personal Accounts:

• Identify yourself as a member of BCBP but ensure the views expressed are your own and not official statements.

• Avoid using BCBP logos or branding without permission.

• Be mindful of how your online activity reflects on the organization.

Enforcement:

• Violations of this policy may result in warnings, temporary restrictions, or permanent removal from online groups or platforms associated with BCBP.

• Members are encouraged to report any suspicious or inappropriate activity they encounter online. This policy is subject to review and revision as needed. Please email to digital@bcbpcebucentral.com

Remember, online communication is different from face-to-face interaction. Be mindful of your tone, choose your words carefully, and always strive to represent yourself and BCBP in a positive light.

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