CIVILITY
PLEDGE
In order to create communities where
everyone is treated with civility and respect, each of us affirms that we will:
1.
Value honesty and good will while striving to solve problems.
2. Attempt genuinely to
understand the point of view of others.
3. Model civil behavior and
language, online as well as in public, by:
·
Being
kind while maintaining the right to vigorously disagree.
·
Acting
respectfully toward others, including opponents.
·
Listening
carefully to those who disagree with us, as well as to supporters.
·
Making
only accurate statements when defending a position.
·
Refraining
from demonizing adversaries.
4. Encourage others to practice these civil behaviors.
5. Challenge disrespectful behavior, courteously.
6. Renew our efforts, if we fail, and forgive others, if they fail.
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To open and continue important dialogues
with those with whom we have disagreements or differing perspectives, there are
a variety of tools to help us be good listeners, as well as speakers. In modeling and advocating for civil
behavior, thoughtful preparation is important, and can be enhanced by
participation in trainings such as the Bridging Our Differences workshops put
on by the Washington organization Civility First. More information on Civility
training and actions can be found at www.civilityfirst.org, and at www.wwcivilityproject.blogspot.com.
If you are interested in
participating in a training or in taking part in a civility project in the
Walla Walla area, please email civilityprojectww@gmail.com, or call 509-593-0470.
WALLA WALLA
CIVILITY PROJECT, PO Box 1222, Walla Walla WA 99362
