The Eugene MakerSpace has a few community norms, revolving around communication and cooperation. Please mindful of others and these guidelines.
- We are inclusive: an lgbtq friendly space, women friendly space, minority friendly space.
- We are non-professional: EMS is not a coworking space and not a business networking space, we show up to work on our side projects and crazy ideas.
- We are project-focused: Socialization is encouraged, but should not impede others ability to use the space for their own project.
- We are family-friendly on-site: minors must be supervised by the member who brings them.
- We vote with our presence: in order for the most present and engaged individuals to shape what the makerspace becomes, decision making happens at “Mod Your Makerspace” work sessions.
- We communicate respectfully: so that everyone is on the same page about how different sorts of communication can foster or dampen engagement we follow Recurse Center’s Social Rules and try not to:
- try to not “well actually”
- try to not feign surprise
- try to not backseat drive
- try to not engage in subtle -isms
- We are curious: the makerspace is a place to explore ideas, ask questions, and value learning as much as outcome.
- We encourage one-another: the makerspace is a safe place to get excited about possibilities, and share the skills needed to bring our dreams to fruition.
- We are involved in the Eugene community: the makerspace exists in a web of mission-aligned communities and organizations throughout the city.
Additionally, there are a few more robust rules, just in case: