History Happy Hour Community Guidelines

Welcome to the White House Historical Association's History Happy Hour! We're thrilled to have you join us as a speaker or moderator for our events. Our organization is committed to fostering a non-partisan environment that celebrates the rich history of the White House and its significance in shaping our nation. To ensure that our History Happy Hour remains a respectful and engaging experience for all participants, we kindly ask you to adhere to the following community guidelines:

1. Non-Partisan Approach: As representatives of the White House Historical Association, we emphasize the non-partisan nature of our organization. Please refrain from expressing personal political opinions or engaging in discussions that could be interpreted as promoting a specific political party, ideology, or viewpoint. Focus on historical facts, anecdotes, and stories that contribute to a well-rounded understanding of the White House's history.
2. Historical Accuracy: Ensure that the information you share is accurate, well-researched, and supported by credible sources. Misinformation or historical inaccuracies can undermine the educational value of our events and erode trust in our organization.
3. Inclusive and Respectful Language: Use language that is inclusive, respectful, and sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our audience. Avoid offensive, derogatory, hateful and/or violent speech, or discriminatory language, and be mindful of cultural, gender, and social differences when discussing historical events and figures.
4. Balanced Presentation: Present a balanced perspective on historical events and figures, recognizing that history is complex and multi-faceted. While discussing controversial topics, aim to provide context and various viewpoints without promoting one-sided narratives.
5. Q&A and Audience Engagement: During Q&A sessions, encourage questions related to historical topics and events. Refrain from engaging in discussions that veer into current political debates. If a question arises that could be interpreted as politically biased, redirect the conversation back to the historical context.
6. Stay on Topic: Keep the focus of the discussion on the White House's history and related subjects. Avoid tangential discussions that stray from the main theme of the event.
7. Professionalism and Decorum: Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the event. Treat fellow speakers, moderators, and participants with respect, even if disagreements arise. Remember that you are representing the White House Historical Association and the importance of civil discourse.
8. Pre-Event Preparation: Thoroughly research and prepare your presentation to ensure that it aligns with the non-partisan principles of our organization. Familiarize yourself with the guidelines and event agenda to ensure a seamless and respectful experience for all attendees.
9. No Promotional Content or Unlawful Purpose: Our History Happy Hour is not a platform for self-promotion or promotion of external causes, products, or services. Similarly, it may not be used for any unlawful purpose or in furtherance of illegal activities, including selling, buying, or facilitating transactions in illegal goods or services, as well as certain types of regulated goods or services. Please keep your contributions relevant to the historical discussions.
10. Addressing Controversial Topics: If discussing controversial topics, approach them with sensitivity and context. Acknowledge differing perspectives and strive to create a space where attendees can engage in thoughtful, respectful dialogue.
11. Copyright and Trademark: You may not violate others’ intellectual property rights, including copyright and trademark.

Except as expressly stated in these Guidelines, nothing herein constitutes a waiver or relinquishment by the White House Historical Association of any rights and remedies. Similarly, the White House Historical Association makes no guarantees, representations or warranties with respect to users' participation in History Happy Hour gatherings and/or use of the platform. By participating in these gatherings, you understand that you may be exposed to content that might be offensive, harmful, inaccurate or otherwise inappropriate. Under no circumstances will the White House Historical Association be liable in any way for any content or communications, including but not limited to, any errors or omissions in any content or communications, or any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of participating in History Happy Hour gatherings and/or the use of any content or information, posted, emailed, communicated, transmitted or otherwise made available via the platform or broadcast elsewhere.

Ultimately, you are responsible for your conduct and communications while attending History Happy Hour gatherings. Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in a request to modify your content, disqualification from future events, or other appropriate actions to maintain the integrity of our History Happy Hour series.

Thank you for your commitment to preserving the historical legacy of the White House and contributing to an educational and non-partisan experience for our audience. Your dedication to accuracy, professionalism, and respectful engagement is instrumental in achieving our organization's mission.