DAO Membership Agreement
1. DAO Agreement.
By joining RnDAO community platforms, you agree to follow RnDAO’s shared rules during your interactions on our platforms and with fellow members of the community. By being part of RnDAO, whether as an individual or a legal entity, you commit to engaging respectfully and responsibly, and adhering to this Agreement and other governing documents equally that may be found on official RnDAO platforms. This document outlines the principles that govern your participation, interactions, and decision-making authority within the RnDAO community. Compliance with these principles will ensure a constructive and collaborative environment for everyone.
If you do not agree with these terms, we ask that you refrain from engaging with the RnDAO, its sister organizations and community. Your involvement and continuous use of RnDAO platforms signifies your acceptance of these guidelines and agreement that they are legally binding to the extent allowed by the laws of your applicable jurisdiction.
Unless specified otherwise in the RnDAO governing documents, all users of RnDAO platforms shall abide by and follow this governance guidelines framework and further adapt and evolve them to their individual needs.
If any other guidelines, agreements and individual governance conflict with this Agreement, this Agreement shall take priority for enforcement purposes.
2. Code of Conduct.
This Code of Conduct aims to ensure a respectful, professional, and secure environment for all RnDAO members and contributors:
1. Respect for All: Every member must treat others with respect, equality, and impartiality. Discrimination, harassment, victimization, or the use of offensive language with intention to insult will not be tolerated.
2. Professional Conduct: Members must act professionally, demonstrating good faith, transparency, and honesty in all interactions.
3. Cultural and Religious Sensitivity: All religions, cultures, and customs are to be respected.
4. Zero Tolerance for Fraud: Any form of fraud, including bribery, self dealing, or other corruption is strictly prohibited. Offering or accepting gifts for the purpose of bribe is discouraged, with potential expulsion for violations.
5. Respect for DAO Property: Members must treat RnDAO's property, both tangible and intangible, with care. Misuse of any DAO and individual member assets, including intellectual property, is not allowed.
6. Maintaining Professionalism in Communication: Professionalism is expected in all communications and engagements within the DAO and community.
7. No Hate Speech: Any form of hate speech is strictly prohibited. Engage in compassionate listening and non-violent communication.
8. No Spamming: Unsolicited DMs and channel messages, particularly with registration or invitation links, and disruptive message chains are not allowed. Every participant must abide by the communication rules specified on the platform (Discord, Telegram).
9. No NSFW Material: Sharing pornographic or adult content, or any other Not Safe For Children material, is discouraged.
10. No Advertisements: Advertising of any offering not related to RnDAO’s mission or operations or RnDAO’s associated ventures, unless approved by a community moderator or governance or outside a purposely designated channel or platform, is prohibited.
11. No Threats: Making direct or indirect threats against others, virtual or physical, is prohibited.
12. Privacy and Legal Rights: Do not share private information that could lead to legal violations or infringe upon the privacy and rights of others. Please respect the privacy of community members. Efforts to maliciously “doxx” or otherwise disclose the identity of anonymous community members may constitute a violation of the Code of Conduct.
13. Consequences of Code Violations: Disrespecting any of the Code of Conduct rules may trigger removal from Discord on the authority of a Discord admin or community manager; sanctions in line with existing governance policies; or be addressed on a case-by-case basis as incidents occur.
3. Legal Agreement.
This section outlines the guidelines for engaging with the RnDAO community, emphasizing individual autonomy, collective decision-making, and limited liability. Participants act independently, without the authority to obligate the community unilaterally. Liability for interactions within RnDAO is capped, ensuring a responsible and equitable environment for all. This framework supports a transparent and legally coherent community operation.
3.1. Autonomy of Parties.
When you engage with RnDAO, you do so independently. This means you can't make promises or agreements on behalf of RnDAO or anyone else in the community, unless explicitly granted this power by the DAO pursuant to an approved proposal.
3.2. Limitation of Liability.
RnDAO and its associated entities will not be liable for any damages or losses you might incur while using, participating in, or interacting with our community. This includes any type of loss, be it direct or indirect, such as lost profits, data, or goodwill, to the fullest extent the law allows.
RNDAO WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF USE, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, LOST PROFITS, OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT PRODUCT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF IT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
3.3. Community Representation.
Decisions within RnDAO are made through collective member voting. No single member or small group speaks for the entire community. By engaging with RnDAO, you recognize that no individual or subgroup is responsible for actions or decisions made within the community.
3.4. Disputes and Conflict Resolution.
Any disputes between RnDAO members should be resolved according to the Conflict Resolution guidelines which can be found HERE.
3.5. Representation & Warranties.
You, either as an individual or organization, affirm your understanding and agreement to the following:
- You are of legal age and are legally capable of being bound by this Agreement under your jurisdiction's laws.
- Your engagement with RnDAO complies with all relevant laws, particularly anti-corruption statutes.
- You bear full responsibility for adhering to all pertinent tax laws, including obligations related to income, social security, wealth taxes, and others.
- The nature of blockchain and distributed ledger technology is experimental and subject to risks beyond any single entity's control. Market shifts or technological developments may impact RnDAO's operations, and you agree that RnDAO cannot be held liable in any case.
- You are informed about RnDAO's governance, smart contracts' functionalities, and limitations.
- You acknowledge and assume responsibility for risks associated with blockchain and crypto-assets, including but not limited to:
- Technical failures.
- Regulatory challenges.
- Security breaches.
- Vulnerabilities in RnDAO's infrastructure.
- Smart contract malfunctions leading to temporary or permanent losses or errors.
- Uncertain tax implications of crypto transactions.
- Loss of access to tokens or digital assets due to misplaced or stolen access, resulting in irretrievable loss.
- Unanticipated risks and force majeure.
3.6. Indemnification and Risk Acceptance
By engaging with RnDAO, you agree, to the maximum extent the law allows, to indemnify, defend, and hold RnDAO harmless against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:
- Any breach of this Agreement.
- Your activities or interactions within RnDAO.
- Your dealings with other members or any third parties related to RnDAO.
Furthermore, you acknowledge that your participation and interaction with RnDAO, including any engagements with its community and third parties, are entirely at your own risk. This acceptance includes all risks outlined in this Agreement, emphasizing your understanding of the inherent uncertainties involved.
4. Governing Law.
The interpretation, validity, and enforcement of this Agreement, as well as any breach thereof, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, unless agreed differently by both parties. Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to this Agreement shall be instituted exclusively in the courts of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, unless agreed differently by both parties.