Post moderation

I’m not opposed to post moderation. However, i don’t think LM should be the gateway for moderating posts on the community. I’d like to request that a community board be setup consisting of elected and LM approved community members. I’d like that board to:

• have the ability to moderate posts
• be part of conversations about strategic direction of the community, especially platform changes
• meet at least monthly, with LM employee attendance optional
• compile the top feature requests submitted through the community and meet with the corresponding product managers to understand the plans for implementation of those feature requests
• bring to the attention of LM the posts/questions that require their feedback
• Suggest, schedule, and host webinars presented by LMers or community members that would benefit the community
• Maintain a budget of sponsored funds from LM that can be used for community events including but not limited to board transportation, room, and board to LM events like LevelUp

The above is a simple list specific to this community. A more detailed but generic list of duties would include:

1. Strategic Planning:

   • Develop and articulate the community's long-term vision and mission.
   • Define strategic goals and objectives for the community.

2. Governance:

   • Establish and enforce community guidelines, code of conduct, and policies.
   • Define membership criteria and processes.
   • Ensure fair and transparent decision-making processes.

3. Community Building:

   • Foster a positive and inclusive community culture.
   • Organize and promote community events, such as meetups, conferences, and hackathons.
   • Encourage networking and collaboration among community members.

4. Communication:

   • Maintain regular communication channels, such as forums, mailing lists, or chat platforms.
   • Facilitate discussions among community members.
   • Provide updates on community projects, milestones, and achievements.

5. Documentation:

   • Encourage and facilitate the creation of high-quality documentation for community projects.
   • Ensure that documentation is up-to-date and easily accessible.

6. Contributor Recognition:

   • Establish a system for recognizing and rewarding contributors.
   • Acknowledge and celebrate achievements and milestones within the community.

7. Conflict Resolution:

   • Mediate disputes and conflicts within the community.
   • Implement a fair and transparent process for handling disagreements.

8. Resource Management:

   • Manage financial resources for community projects.
   • Allocate resources to support community initiatives and events.

9. Collaboration with Stakeholders:

   • Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, such as sponsors, partners, and user groups.
   • Collaborate with other communities and organizations.

10. Technical Oversight:

    • Provide technical guidance and oversight for community projects.
    • Ensure that projects align with the community's goals and standards.

11. Security and Compliance:

    • Establish and enforce security best practices.
    • Ensure compliance with relevant legal and licensing requirements.

12. Community Growth:

    • Develop strategies to attract new contributors and users.
    • Explore opportunities for expanding the community's reach and impact.

13. Feedback Mechanisms:

    • Establish mechanisms for collecting and acting upon feedback from the community.
    • Regularly assess the effectiveness of community initiatives.

14. Education and Training:

    • Facilitate educational programs, workshops, and training sessions for community members.
    • Support initiatives that enhance the skills and knowledge of contributors.

15. Sustainability:

    • Develop plans and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of community projects.
    • Identify and mitigate risks that may impact the community's stability.