{"id":107,"date":"2025-07-20T19:47:34","date_gmt":"2025-07-20T17:47:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/?page_id=107"},"modified":"2025-07-20T20:17:46","modified_gmt":"2025-07-20T18:17:46","slug":"guidelines","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/","title":{"rendered":"CCIV Community Guidelines"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Building Impact Together, One Connection at a Time<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#welcome-to-our-impact-community\" >Welcome to Our Impact Community!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#our-community-values\" >Our Community Values<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#how-cciv-works\" >How CCIV Works<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#three-ways-to-get-involved\" >Three Ways to Get Involved:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#our-16-impact-groups\" >Our 16 Impact Groups:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#community-guidelines\" >Community Guidelines<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#respect-communication\" >Respect &amp; Communication<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#commitment-reliability\" >Commitment &amp; Reliability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#quality-impact\" >Quality &amp; Impact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#digital-etiquette\" >Digital Etiquette<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#getting-started\" >Getting Started<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#support-resources\" >Support &amp; Resources<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#recognition-growth\" >Recognition &amp; Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#on-site-opportunities-sint-maarten\" >On-Site Opportunities (Sint Maarten)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#ready-to-make-your-mark\" >Ready to Make Your Mark?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/guidelines\/#join-our-impact-space\" >Join Our Impact Space<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"welcome-to-our-impact-community\"><\/span><strong>Welcome to Our Impact Community!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Where passion meets purpose and where your skills can create real, lasting change. Whether you&#8217;re joining us digitally from anywhere in the world or getting your hands dirty on-site in Sint Maarten, you&#8217;re now part of something bigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"our-community-values\"><\/span><strong>Our Community Values<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sustainability First<\/strong> &#8211; Everything we do considers environmental impact <strong> Collaboration Over Competition<\/strong> &#8211; We grow stronger together <br><strong>Respect &amp; Inclusion<\/strong> &#8211; Every voice matters, every culture is celebrated<br><strong>Impact-Driven<\/strong> &#8211; We measure success by positive change created <br><strong>Continuous Learning<\/strong> &#8211; We&#8217;re all teachers and students here<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-cciv-works\"><\/span><strong>How CCIV Works<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"three-ways-to-get-involved\"><\/span><strong>Three Ways to Get Involved:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Digital Explorer<\/strong> (Remote)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Work on projects from anywhere in the world!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contribute 5-10 hours per week based on your availability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join our 16 specialized impact groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perfect for busy professionals wanting to make a difference<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Community Adventurer<\/strong> (Hybrid)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mix of remote work and short-term on-site visits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ideal for those who want deeper Caribbean connection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexible scheduling around your life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Impact Trailblazer<\/strong> (Leadership\/On-site)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lead initiatives and mentor other volunteers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extended stays at Vicky&#8217;s Keys Volunteer Center<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full immersion in sustainable island living<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"our-16-impact-groups\"><\/span><strong>Our 16 Impact Groups:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Environmental Conservation | Sustainable Agriculture | Community Development | Cultural Heritage Preservation | Digital Innovation | Climate Resilience | Education &amp; Literacy | Health &amp; Wellness | Economic Empowerment | Youth Development | Women&#8217;s Empowerment | Food Security | Renewable Energy | Waste Management | Marine Conservation | Social Entrepreneurship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"community-guidelines\"><\/span><strong>Community Guidelines<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"respect-communication\"><\/span><strong>Respect &amp; Communication<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Treat everyone with kindness and respect &#8211; we&#8217;re a diverse, global community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep communications professional but friendly (think: colleague, not corporate)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share knowledge freely and ask questions without hesitation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Celebrate different perspectives and cultural backgrounds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"commitment-reliability\"><\/span><strong>Commitment &amp; Reliability<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Honor your time commitments &#8211; others are counting on you<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate early if you need to adjust your availability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete tasks within agreed timeframes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask for help before missing deadlines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"quality-impact\"><\/span><strong>Quality &amp; Impact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deliver your best work, even if it&#8217;s not perfect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focus on solutions that create lasting change<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share resources and learnings with the community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measure success by positive impact, not just completion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"digital-etiquette\"><\/span><strong>Digital Etiquette<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep video calls professional (but relaxed!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respond to messages within 48 hours when possible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use clear, concise communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respect time zones when scheduling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"getting-started\"><\/span><strong>Getting Started<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Complete your CCIV profile and skills assessment <br><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Join your chosen impact group(s) <br><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Attend virtual orientation session <br><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Connect with your group leader and first project <br><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Start making impact!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"support-resources\"><\/span><strong>Support &amp; Resources<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Need Help?<\/strong> Reach out to your group leader or contact our support team <br><strong>Learning Hub:<\/strong> Access training materials, best practices, and resources <br><strong>Events:<\/strong> Join monthly community calls, workshops, and networking sessions <br><strong>Community Chat:<\/strong> Connect with fellow volunteers in our digital spaces<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"recognition-growth\"><\/span><strong>Recognition &amp; Growth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eco Shares Program:<\/strong> Earn shares based on your contributions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skill Development:<\/strong> Access free training and certification opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leadership Paths:<\/strong> Grow into mentorship and leadership roles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Impact Stories:<\/strong> Share your success stories with the community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"on-site-opportunities-sint-maarten\"><\/span><strong>On-Site Opportunities (Sint Maarten)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready for the full experience? Join us at <strong>Vicky&#8217;s Keys Volunteer Center<\/strong> for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hands-on sustainable agriculture projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community garden development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eco-tourism initiatives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultural exchange programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hurricane-resistant building projects<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s Included:<\/strong> Accommodation, meals, training, island tours, and unforgettable experiences<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ready-to-make-your-mark\"><\/span><strong>Ready to Make Your Mark?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your journey starts now. Whether you have 5 hours a week or 5 months to dedicate, there&#8217;s a place for you in CCIV. Let&#8217;s build resilient communities, protect our planet, and create opportunities that matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#000000;background-color:#ffffff\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:64px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\" style=\"line-height:.9\"><strong>GET INVOLVED<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"schedule-a-visit\" style=\"font-size:59px;line-height:1.15\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"join-our-impact-space\"><\/span><strong>Join Our Impact Space<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-vivid-orange-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/marlinyard.org\/cciv\/index.php\/volunteer-registration\/\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#ffffff\">Click here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:64px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Questions?<\/strong> Drop us a line at <a href=\"mailto:info@marlinyard.org\">info@marlinyard.org<\/a> or join our next community call!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Building Impact Together, One Connection at a Time Welcome to Our Impact Community! 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