Worldpedia:Dispute Resolution Policy

Dispute Resolution Policy

Welcome to the Worldpedia Dispute Resolution Policy page. This policy outlines the steps users should follow when conflicts arise within the Worldpedia community.

Purpose of This Policy

Disagreements are a natural part of collaboration, but they should be handled in a respectful and constructive manner. This policy aims to:

• Provide a structured way to resolve disputes.
• Promote a civil and respectful editing environment.
• Encourage mediation and discussion before taking formal actions.

Steps for Resolving Disputes

Follow these steps before escalating a dispute to administrators:

1️⃣ Talk to the other party

• Start a civil discussion on the article’s talk page or the user's talk page.
• Clearly explain your concerns and suggest solutions.

2️⃣ Seek a third opinion

• If direct discussion does not resolve the issue, request input from an uninvolved user at Worldpedia:Third Opinion.

3️⃣ Request mediation

• If the dispute continues, ask for voluntary mediation at Worldpedia:Mediation Committee.

4️⃣ Arbitration (Final Step)

• If all previous steps fail, the case may be taken to Worldpedia:Arbitration Committee for a final decision.

Unacceptable Behavior in Disputes

During a dispute, avoid:

• Personal attacks or insults.
• Edit wars (repeatedly undoing others’ edits).
• Harassment or intimidation.

Any violation may result in warnings, temporary blocks, or permanent bans.

Formal Dispute Resolution Committees

• Third Opinion – For minor disagreements.
• Mediation Committee – For moderated discussions.
• Arbitration Committee – For serious disputes needing final rulings.

Related Policies

• Worldpedia:Code of Conduct – Expected behavior for all users.
• Worldpedia:Editing Policies – Guidelines on proper editing.
• Worldpedia:Administrators' Noticeboard – Report serious rule violations.

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This policy is maintained by the Worldpedia Community. Changes must be approved by the Arbitration Committee.