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	'''15. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Be kind to newcomers\|Be kind to newcomers]]. '''Most newcomers are not familiar with the policies of the Research Wiki. Be respectful when stating policy; refer them to policy pages in a kind manner. Treat them with the respect you would hope to receive if you were new to the Research Wiki as a user or contributor.		'''15. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Be kind to newcomers\|Be kind to newcomers]]. '''Most newcomers are not familiar with the policies of the Research Wiki. Be respectful when stating policy; refer them to policy pages in a kind manner. Treat them with the respect you would hope to receive if you were new to the Research Wiki as a user or contributor.

−	'''16. [[FamilySearch Wiki:User page\|User page]].''' The user page is a great place to create a personal profile or introduction to yourself, or simply a location to keep helpful hints, or what you last contributed. Feel free to share your experience and skills, but blatant advertisements or lengthy blogs are inappropriate.	+	'''16. [[FamilySearch Wiki:User page\|User page]].''' The user page is a great place to create a personal profile or introduction to yourself, or simply a location to keep helpful hints, or what you last contributed. Feel free to share your experience and skills, but blatant advertisements or lengthy blogs are inappropriate.

	=== Content and Style ===		=== Content and Style ===
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	'''26. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Disambiguation\|Disambiguation]].''' If an article’s name is very similar to another, make a note at the top explaining or linking to similar articles. If many articles share a name or name pieces, create a disambiguation page.		'''26. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Disambiguation\|Disambiguation]].''' If an article’s name is very similar to another, make a note at the top explaining or linking to similar articles. If many articles share a name or name pieces, create a disambiguation page.

−	'''27. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Link, don’t copy\|Link, don't copy]].''' Don’t include listings or complete records, rather, link externally to the source. Don’t include lengthy poems, speeches or other source text. Link to it.	+	'''27. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Link, don’t copy\|Link, don't copy]].''' Don’t include listings or complete records, rather, link externally to the source. Don’t include lengthy poems, speeches or other source text. Link to it.

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	'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.		'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.

−	'''35. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Mediation\|Mediation]].''' A process available for request when disputes between members cannot be resolved on their own.	+	'''35. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Mediation\|Mediation]].''' A process available for request when disputes between members cannot be resolved on their own.

	=== Legal and Copyright ===		=== Legal and Copyright ===
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	'''38. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Libel\|Libel]].''' It is the FamilySearch policy to immediately delete all libelous or defamatory materials. Libelous or defamatory materials should be immediately reported to administrators.		'''38. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Libel\|Libel]].''' It is the FamilySearch policy to immediately delete all libelous or defamatory materials. Libelous or defamatory materials should be immediately reported to administrators.

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		+	Any changes or additions to the Policies outlined should follow the steps on the [[FamilySearch_Wiki:Policy_Changes_or_Additions\|FamilySearch Policy Changes or Additions]] page.  This provision was proposed and approved by the community, October 2012.
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	'''38. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Libel\|Libel]].''' It is the FamilySearch policy to immediately delete all libelous or defamatory materials. Libelous or defamatory materials should be immediately reported to administrators.		'''38. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Libel\|Libel]].''' It is the FamilySearch policy to immediately delete all libelous or defamatory materials. Libelous or defamatory materials should be immediately reported to administrators.

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	=== Personal Actions ===		=== Personal Actions ===

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	'''32. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|Blocking and Banning]].''' Users who fail to obey policy and who do not follow the FamilySearch Research Wiki Conditions of Use will be blocked from using the Research Wiki. Disruptive users, those who deliberately fan controversy, or who maliciously attack members of the community or community standards, will be subject to blocking. Blocking may last for a short or long period of time, which length of time will be determined by consensus of the administrators. Users who have to be blocked multiple times, or whose offenses are particularly egregious will be subject to ban. Other community members who are not banned should act responsibly to neither bait the banned user nor assist them.		'''32. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|Blocking and Banning]].''' Users who fail to obey policy and who do not follow the FamilySearch Research Wiki Conditions of Use will be blocked from using the Research Wiki. Disruptive users, those who deliberately fan controversy, or who maliciously attack members of the community or community standards, will be subject to blocking. Blocking may last for a short or long period of time, which length of time will be determined by consensus of the administrators. Users who have to be blocked multiple times, or whose offenses are particularly egregious will be subject to ban. Other community members who are not banned should act responsibly to neither bait the banned user nor assist them.

−	'''33. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Arbitration\|Arbitration]].''' A committee of administrators will form the arbitration board. Arbitration is needed when disputes about user conduct are reported. The decisions made by the Arbitration Board are final. However, a community member may [~~https://wiki.familysearch.org/en/FamilySearch_Wiki~~:Arbitration Appeal the Arbitration Board] for decisions on deletions of content, [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|blocking or banning]]. Appeals of arbitration board decisions are sent to FamilySearch Directors. There is no appeal beyond that level.	+	'''33. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Arbitration\|Arbitration]].''' A committee of administrators will form the arbitration board. Arbitration is needed when disputes about user conduct are reported. The decisions made by the Arbitration Board are final. However, a community member may [[FamilySearch Wiki:Arbitration\|Appeal to the Arbitration Board]] for decisions on deletions of content, [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|blocking or banning]]. Appeals of arbitration board decisions are sent to FamilySearch Directors. There is no appeal beyond that level.

	'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.		'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.

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	'''37. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Image use\|Image use]]. '''Users should avoid uploading non-free or copyrighted images. Always describe image sources on their description page. Obscene, provocative or profane images will not be allowed, will be immediately deleted, and the contributor subject to blocking or banning.		'''37. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Image use\|Image use]]. '''Users should avoid uploading non-free or copyrighted images. Always describe image sources on their description page. Obscene, provocative or profane images will not be allowed, will be immediately deleted, and the contributor subject to blocking or banning.

−	'''38. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Libel\|Libel]].''' It is the FamilySearch policy to immediately delete all libelous materials. Libelous materials should be immediately reported to administrators.	+	'''38. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Libel\|Libel]].''' It is the FamilySearch policy to immediately delete all libelous or defamatory materials. Libelous or defamatory materials should be immediately reported to administrators.

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	'''32. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|Blocking and Banning]].''' Users who fail to obey policy and who do not follow the FamilySearch Research Wiki Conditions of Use will be blocked from using the Research Wiki. Disruptive users, those who deliberately fan controversy, or who maliciously attack members of the community or community standards, will be subject to blocking. Blocking may last for a short or long period of time, which length of time will be determined by consensus of the administrators. Users who have to be blocked multiple times, or whose offenses are particularly egregious will be subject to ban. Other community members who are not banned should act responsibly to neither bait the banned user nor assist them.		'''32. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|Blocking and Banning]].''' Users who fail to obey policy and who do not follow the FamilySearch Research Wiki Conditions of Use will be blocked from using the Research Wiki. Disruptive users, those who deliberately fan controversy, or who maliciously attack members of the community or community standards, will be subject to blocking. Blocking may last for a short or long period of time, which length of time will be determined by consensus of the administrators. Users who have to be blocked multiple times, or whose offenses are particularly egregious will be subject to ban. Other community members who are not banned should act responsibly to neither bait the banned user nor assist them.

−	'''33. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Arbitration\|Arbitration]].''' A committee of administrators will form the arbitration board. Arbitration is needed when disputes about user conduct are reported. The decisions made by the Arbitration Board are final. However, a community member may [~~[FamilySearch Wiki~~:Arbitration ~~Board Appeals\|~~Appeal the Arbitration Board]] for decisions on deletions of content, [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|blocking or banning]]. Appeals of arbitration board decisions are sent to FamilySearch Directors. There is no appeal beyond that level.	+	'''33. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Arbitration\|Arbitration]].''' A committee of administrators will form the arbitration board. Arbitration is needed when disputes about user conduct are reported. The decisions made by the Arbitration Board are final. However, a community member may [https://wiki.familysearch.org/en/FamilySearch_Wiki:Arbitration Appeal the Arbitration Board] for decisions on deletions of content, [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|blocking or banning]]. Appeals of arbitration board decisions are sent to FamilySearch Directors. There is no appeal beyond that level.

	'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.		'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.

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	'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.		'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.

−	'''35. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Mediation\|Mediation]].''' A process available for request when disputes between members cannot be resolved on their own.	+	'''35. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Mediation\|Mediation]].''' A process available for request when disputes between members cannot be resolved on their own.

	=== Legal and Copyright ===		=== Legal and Copyright ===

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	'''17. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Attack pages\|Attack pages]]. '''Pages which have the sole purpose of disparaging a topic or the contributor are not allowed. These pages will be deleted and the author will be subject to warnings or discipline that could include revocation of their site privileges.		'''17. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Attack pages\|Attack pages]]. '''Pages which have the sole purpose of disparaging a topic or the contributor are not allowed. These pages will be deleted and the author will be subject to warnings or discipline that could include revocation of their site privileges.

−	'''18. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Biographies\|Biographies]].''' Biographies of individuals, whether living or deceased, are not allowed (except as an example or case study to illustrate a procedure or principle). The research Wiki is for general help in finding sources for information of ancestral data, not for sharing the specific data once it is found.	+	'''18. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Biographies\|Biographies]].''' Biographies of individuals, whether living or deceased, are not allowed (except as an example or case study to illustrate a procedure or principle). The research Wiki is for general help in finding sources for information of ancestral data, not for sharing the specific data once it is found. For suggestions for where biographies or name-based indexes or databases can be published on the Internet, see [[FamilySearch Wiki:Try another wiki\|Try another Wiki]].

	'''19. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Page or article naming\|Page or article naming]].''' When giving a name to a page or a new article think about how native language speakers would search for that article. Use the same key words you would use in searching for the article in the title you give it, including variations of the locality name. Avoid ambiguous words or phrases.		'''19. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Page or article naming\|Page or article naming]].''' When giving a name to a page or a new article think about how native language speakers would search for that article. Use the same key words you would use in searching for the article in the title you give it, including variations of the locality name. Avoid ambiguous words or phrases.
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	'''26. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Disambiguation\|Disambiguation]].''' If an article’s name is very similar to another, make a note at the top explaining or linking to similar articles. If many articles share a name or name pieces, create a disambiguation page.		'''26. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Disambiguation\|Disambiguation]].''' If an article’s name is very similar to another, make a note at the top explaining or linking to similar articles. If many articles share a name or name pieces, create a disambiguation page.

−	'''27. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Link, don’t copy\|Link, don't copy]].''' Don’t include listings or complete records, rather, link externally to the source. Don’t include lengthy poems, speeches or other source text. Link to it.	+	'''27. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Link, don’t copy\|Link, don't copy]].''' Don’t include listings or complete records, rather, link externally to the source. Don’t include lengthy poems, speeches or other source text. Link to it.

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	'''4. Encourage others.''' Through words and actions on the Internet and in person, help to create interest in, and involve others in reading, editing, sourcing, and contributing to the FamilySearch Research Wiki.		'''4. Encourage others.''' Through words and actions on the Internet and in person, help to create interest in, and involve others in reading, editing, sourcing, and contributing to the FamilySearch Research Wiki.

−	'''5. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Editing\|Editing Policy]].''' Be bold in your desire to edit. Don't wait for perfection to enter content, but be bold in contributing before the information is polished or perfect. Community monitoring and involvement have been proven to improve content quality. Therefore, rely on the community to help perfect the content. Be bold in correcting spelling, grammar, or other edits. Jump in! It's okay to be wrong. There are two things to be aware of: First, don't be so attached to your work that you feel offended or upset when someone corrects or changes something, ask "did this make it better?"; second, if you are correcting something and you find that ~~your~~ have significantly changed the format, layout or content of the page then consider that it may be better to make the changes gradually after consulting with the previous author. Filling in a brief edit summary in the box at the bottom of the page to explain the changes you made to the content is always a good practice to follow.	+	'''5. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Editing\|Editing Policy]].''' Be bold in your desire to edit. Don't wait for perfection to enter content, but be bold in contributing before the information is polished or perfect. Community monitoring and involvement have been proven to improve content quality. Therefore, rely on the community to help perfect the content. Be bold in correcting spelling, grammar, or other edits. Jump in! It's okay to be wrong. There are two things to be aware of: First, don't be so attached to your work that you feel offended or upset when someone corrects or changes something, instead ask "did this make it better?"; second, if you are correcting something and you find that you have significantly changed the format, layout or content of the page then consider that it may be better to make the changes gradually after consulting with the previous author. Filling in a brief edit summary in the box at the bottom of the page to explain the changes you made to the content is always a good practice to follow.

	'''6. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Avoid Edit Wars\|Avoid edit wars]].''' Seek compromise and fair discussion when differences of opinion occur. Don't fight over competing viewpoints. Use the [[FamilySearch Wiki:Etiquette Guidelines\|Etiquette Guidelines]] and [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Dispute Resolution]] process to help guide your efforts to resolve differences on your own.		'''6. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Avoid Edit Wars\|Avoid edit wars]].''' Seek compromise and fair discussion when differences of opinion occur. Don't fight over competing viewpoints. Use the [[FamilySearch Wiki:Etiquette Guidelines\|Etiquette Guidelines]] and [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Dispute Resolution]] process to help guide your efforts to resolve differences on your own.
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	'''15. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Be kind to newcomers\|Be kind to newcomers]]. '''Most newcomers are not familiar with the policies of the Research Wiki. Be respectful when stating policy; refer them to policy pages in a kind manner. Treat them with the respect you would hope to receive if you were new to the Research Wiki as a user or contributor.		'''15. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Be kind to newcomers\|Be kind to newcomers]]. '''Most newcomers are not familiar with the policies of the Research Wiki. Be respectful when stating policy; refer them to policy pages in a kind manner. Treat them with the respect you would hope to receive if you were new to the Research Wiki as a user or contributor.

−	'''16. [[FamilySearch Wiki:User page\|User page]].''' The user page is a great place to create a personal profile or introduction to yourself, or simply a location to keep helpful hints, or what you last contributed. Feel free to share your experience and skills, but blatant advertisements or lengthy blogs are inappropriate.	+	'''16. [[FamilySearch Wiki:User page\|User page]].''' The user page is a great place to create a personal profile or introduction to yourself, or simply a location to keep helpful hints, or what you last contributed. Feel free to share your experience and skills, but blatant advertisements or lengthy blogs are inappropriate.

	=== Content and Style ===		=== Content and Style ===

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	'''31. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Deletion Process\|Deletion Process]]. '''Controversial article/pages can be proposed or flagged for deletion. Once proposed, if not contested within 5 days, an administrator may delete them.		'''31. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Deletion Process\|Deletion Process]]. '''Controversial article/pages can be proposed or flagged for deletion. Once proposed, if not contested within 5 days, an administrator may delete them.
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	=== Policy Enforcement ===		=== Policy Enforcement ===
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	'''38. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Libel\|Libel]].''' It is the FamilySearch policy to immediately delete all libelous materials. Libelous materials should be immediately reported to administrators.		'''38. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Libel\|Libel]].''' It is the FamilySearch policy to immediately delete all libelous materials. Libelous materials should be immediately reported to administrators.

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	'''32. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|Blocking and Banning]].''' Users who fail to obey policy and who do not follow the FamilySearch Research Wiki Conditions of Use will be blocked from using the Research Wiki. Disruptive users, those who deliberately fan controversy, or who maliciously attack members of the community or community standards, will be subject to blocking. Blocking may last for a short or long period of time, which length of time will be determined by consensus of the administrators. Users who have to be blocked multiple times, or whose offenses are particularly egregious will be subject to ban. Other community members who are not banned should act responsibly to neither bait the banned user nor assist them.		'''32. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|Blocking and Banning]].''' Users who fail to obey policy and who do not follow the FamilySearch Research Wiki Conditions of Use will be blocked from using the Research Wiki. Disruptive users, those who deliberately fan controversy, or who maliciously attack members of the community or community standards, will be subject to blocking. Blocking may last for a short or long period of time, which length of time will be determined by consensus of the administrators. Users who have to be blocked multiple times, or whose offenses are particularly egregious will be subject to ban. Other community members who are not banned should act responsibly to neither bait the banned user nor assist them.

−	'''33. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Arbitration\|Arbitration]].''' A committee of administrators will form the arbitration board. Arbitration is needed when disputes about user conduct are reported. The decisions made by the Arbitration Board are final. However, a community member may [~~https://wiki.familysearch.org/en/FamilySearch_Wiki~~:Arbitration Appeal the Arbitration Board] for decisions on deletions of content, [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|blocking or banning]]. Appeals of arbitration board decisions are sent to FamilySearch Directors. There is no appeal beyond that level.	+	'''33. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Arbitration\|Arbitration]].''' A committee of administrators will form the arbitration board. Arbitration is needed when disputes about user conduct are reported. The decisions made by the Arbitration Board are final. However, a community member may [[FamilySearch Wiki:Arbitration\|Appeal to the Arbitration Board]] for decisions on deletions of content, [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|blocking or banning]]. Appeals of arbitration board decisions are sent to FamilySearch Directors. There is no appeal beyond that level.

	'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.		'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.

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	'''32. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|Blocking and Banning]].''' Users who fail to obey policy and who do not follow the FamilySearch Research Wiki Conditions of Use will be blocked from using the Research Wiki. Disruptive users, those who deliberately fan controversy, or who maliciously attack members of the community or community standards, will be subject to blocking. Blocking may last for a short or long period of time, which length of time will be determined by consensus of the administrators. Users who have to be blocked multiple times, or whose offenses are particularly egregious will be subject to ban. Other community members who are not banned should act responsibly to neither bait the banned user nor assist them.		'''32. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|Blocking and Banning]].''' Users who fail to obey policy and who do not follow the FamilySearch Research Wiki Conditions of Use will be blocked from using the Research Wiki. Disruptive users, those who deliberately fan controversy, or who maliciously attack members of the community or community standards, will be subject to blocking. Blocking may last for a short or long period of time, which length of time will be determined by consensus of the administrators. Users who have to be blocked multiple times, or whose offenses are particularly egregious will be subject to ban. Other community members who are not banned should act responsibly to neither bait the banned user nor assist them.

−	'''33. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Arbitration\|Arbitration]].''' A committee of administrators will form the arbitration board. Arbitration is needed when disputes about user conduct are reported. The decisions made by the Arbitration Board are final. However, a community member may [~~[FamilySearch Wiki~~:Arbitration ~~Board Appeals\|~~Appeal the Arbitration Board]] for decisions on deletions of content, [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|blocking or banning]]. Appeals of arbitration board decisions are sent to FamilySearch Directors. There is no appeal beyond that level.	+	'''33. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Arbitration\|Arbitration]].''' A committee of administrators will form the arbitration board. Arbitration is needed when disputes about user conduct are reported. The decisions made by the Arbitration Board are final. However, a community member may [https://wiki.familysearch.org/en/FamilySearch_Wiki:Arbitration Appeal the Arbitration Board] for decisions on deletions of content, [[FamilySearch Wiki:Blocking and Banning\|blocking or banning]]. Appeals of arbitration board decisions are sent to FamilySearch Directors. There is no appeal beyond that level.

	'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.		'''34. [[FamilySearch Wiki:Dispute Resolution\|Disputes between members]].''' When disputes arise between community members they are strongly encouraged to talk together and resolve their differences without using arbitration or mediation.