FAQ's
How will we maintain harmony without limiting expression?
A core element of the GAC mission is to give Contributors tools and a commons where they can coordinate and work together. Too much attention to differences is counter-productive to that mission. To become and remain Contributors, organizations must agree to this element of the GAC mission, supporting each other when they can and agreeing to disagree when they must.
GAC is designed to help its Users and Contributors become more effective in these three ways:
There are two principal avenues for site content: Contributor items and Forum postings.
Contributor Items:
Contributors are responsible for the content they post.
It is reasonable that when a Contributor has a position statement they wish to publish in their own content area they may do so, even if it is critical of another Contributor. That said, all contributor content must meet GAC editorial standards. These standards will be developed in concert with Sponsors, and published. They will be agreed to by Contributors during the vetting process.
Forum Postings:
The forums will be at the GAC level, and not under the management of individual Contributors. This will permit discussions that will benefit all of the Contributors and Registered Users engaged in these topic activities. There would be topics such as “Environment”, “LGBTQ”, etc. Users could propose forum categories. Registered Users, Contributors and Sponsors will all be able to report forum content to Editors. I am not an expert on forums. I will do further research and consultation before finalizing the requirements and protocols for the forums.
A core element of the GAC mission is to give Contributors tools and a commons where they can coordinate and work together. Too much attention to differences is counter-productive to that mission. To become and remain Contributors, organizations must agree to this element of the GAC mission, supporting each other when they can and agreeing to disagree when they must.
GAC is designed to help its Users and Contributors become more effective in these three ways:
- By making it easier for members if the public to locate, support and join in with their efforts
- By helping Contributors coordinate their efforts
- By creating a forum for the sharing of ideas that might increase their effectiveness.
There are two principal avenues for site content: Contributor items and Forum postings.
Contributor Items:
Contributors are responsible for the content they post.
It is reasonable that when a Contributor has a position statement they wish to publish in their own content area they may do so, even if it is critical of another Contributor. That said, all contributor content must meet GAC editorial standards. These standards will be developed in concert with Sponsors, and published. They will be agreed to by Contributors during the vetting process.
Forum Postings:
The forums will be at the GAC level, and not under the management of individual Contributors. This will permit discussions that will benefit all of the Contributors and Registered Users engaged in these topic activities. There would be topics such as “Environment”, “LGBTQ”, etc. Users could propose forum categories. Registered Users, Contributors and Sponsors will all be able to report forum content to Editors. I am not an expert on forums. I will do further research and consultation before finalizing the requirements and protocols for the forums.
How will the project be funded?
Progressive news agencies and other organizations which have, as their mission, a commitment to overcome racism, injustice and environmental destruction will sponsor the project.
Progressive news agencies and other organizations which have, as their mission, a commitment to overcome racism, injustice and environmental destruction will sponsor the project.
How much will it cost?
The cost will depend on the scale. The scale will depend on the funding. I am currently soliciting potential Sponsors to determine their level of interest. Over the next few weeks I will develop a phased plan that will give a view to what can be accomplished with various levels of funding.
The cost will depend on the scale. The scale will depend on the funding. I am currently soliciting potential Sponsors to determine their level of interest. Over the next few weeks I will develop a phased plan that will give a view to what can be accomplished with various levels of funding.