The IC Code of Practice

Version 1.0 - Effective Date: March 12, 2025

Connection. Growth. Integrity

At The Interlude Café, we believe midlife is a time to grow, rediscover purpose, and transform. While our Manifesto shares our vision for redefining this stage of life, this Code of Practice ensures that these ideals are upheld across our community and interactions.

This Code complements the principles outlined in the Interlude Café Manifesto, forming the core of our platform's identity.

Our Core Principles

We strive to build a community that is:

Inclusive & Respectful

We believe age is no barrier to growth or contribution. Any form of discrimination—be it related to age, gender, race, ability, or background—is not welcome here.

Collaborative & Supportive

Our community thrives on meaningful dialogue, shared experiences, and constructive conversations. We celebrate diverse insights and value mutual respect.

Ethical & Honest

From content creation to partnerships and member interactions, we act with integrity, grounded in truth and fact-based insights.

Age-Positive & Future-Focused

We challenge outdated age stereotypes and tackle ageism in society, the workplace, and media narratives head-on.

How We Work Together

To ensure these values are reflected in all aspects of our platform, we ask our members, contributors, and partners to follow these principles:

1. Engage with Respect

• Approach every conversation with kindness, even when opinions differ.
• Harassment, trolling, or inflammatory behavior will not be tolerated.
• Aim to uplift, inspire, and contribute constructively, rather than diminish or tear down.

2. Content and Contributions

• All content should align with our mission to empower midlife transformation.
• Authenticity is a priority—misleading information, harmful stereotypes, or divisive narratives have no place here.
• We welcome engaging discussions, but avoid political or polarizing debates unrelated to our mission.

3. Zero Tolerance for Ageism and Bias

• We actively oppose all forms of age-related bias and stereotyping.
• Members are expected to report any ageist or discriminatory behavior and language.
• We reserve the right to remove content, memberships, partnerships, or other contributions that violate our values.

Together We Can Make a Difference

By working together with these principles in mind, we can create a supportive and empowering space for midlife transformation.

Our community has the power to challenge societal norms and break down barriers, paving the way for a brighter future for all ages. Let's continue to uplift and empower each other as we navigate this chapter of life together!

Read the Manifesto

Read the full Interlude Café Manifesto to see the values behind this Code.

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