Community Standards & Event Policy

1. Core Community Principles

These values apply to all members without exception.

• Respect — Every person deserves to be treated with dignity, regardless of who they are, where they are on their path, or what they believe.
• Safety — The physical, emotional, and psychological safety of every participant is an absolute priority.
• Accountability — Every member is responsible for their own behaviour and its consequences.
• Privacy — Every member's personal data is handled with care. Information shared in the context of an event — including contact details made available after an Expression of Interest — is to be used only for that event's purpose.
• Legality — No experience, however meaningful, justifies violating the law of the place where it takes place.

1.1 Adults Only

Wanderer is reserved for adults. You must be at least 18 years old to create an account and to attend any event. Hosts may not list events directed at minors or admit minors. If you suspect an account belongs to a minor, please report it to us at support@wanderer.live.

1.2 What Wanderer Does Not Do

Wanderer does not manage bookings, does not confirm attendance, does not issue tickets, and never touches payments. We do not verify the identity, qualifications, or insurance of Hosts, and we do not inspect event venues. Every arrangement is concluded directly between Host and Participant, off-platform, under their sole responsibility.

2. Zero-Tolerance Discrimination Policy

WANDERER ENFORCES A ZERO-TOLERANCE POLICY AGAINST ALL FORMS OF DISCRIMINATION. Any violation, even a single instance, may result in immediate account suspension.

2.1 Protected Characteristics

No person may be discriminated against, excluded, harassed, or treated unfavourably on the basis of:

• Race, ethnicity, skin colour, or national origin
• Religion, spiritual belief, or cultural tradition
• Gender, gender identity, or gender expression
• Sexual orientation
• Physical or mental disability
• Age (within legal limits)
• Nationality or immigration status
• Socioeconomic background or educational level
• Physical appearance or body characteristics
• Health status or medical conditions
• Dietary choices or lifestyle
• Spiritual practices or use of traditional plant medicines (where legal)

2.2 What Constitutes a Violation

• Refusing to respond to or engage with an interested Participant based on protected characteristics, without a legitimate and documented justification.
• Publishing event descriptions that explicitly exclude or discourage people on the basis of protected characteristics.
• Using offensive language, stereotypes, slurs, or discriminatory epithets in any communication on the platform.
• Deliberately creating environments that make a group of people uncomfortable based on their characteristics.
• Promoting supremacist, hateful, or systematically exclusionary ideologies.

2.3 Legitimate Exceptions

Certain access restrictions are permitted when based on legitimate, documented reasons:

• Activity-specific safety requirements (e.g. physical limitations for high-impact activities)
• Age requirements imposed by law or by the nature of the event
• Maximum participant capacity for logistical or safety reasons
• Documented cultural or spiritual requirements, clearly stated in the event description

Any restriction must be stated transparently in the event description at the time of publication — not communicated to Participants after they have expressed interest.

3. Host Obligations and Standards

Hosts are the backbone of the Wanderer community. They are responsible for creating safe, authentic, and respectful experiences. By taking on the Host role, you agree to the following responsibilities.

3.1 Honest and Transparent Descriptions

• Provide an accurate, complete, and non-misleading description of the event, including activities, duration, any additional costs, and physical or psychological requirements.
• Clearly indicate if the event involves physically demanding activities, emotionally intense experiences, use of substances (where legal), or unconventional practices.
• Specify any prerequisites for participation (e.g. prior experience, health requirements, equipment).
• Clearly state the pricing model: fixed price, free, or donation-based, and that any payment is arranged directly with you, off-platform.
• State the event language(s) so Participants know whether they can fully participate.
• Do not use misleading images, titles, or descriptions to attract interest.

3.2 Event Location and Meeting Point

• Provide at minimum the city of the event — this is required for the event to appear on the map.
• You may freely choose whether to publish the full venue address publicly in the listing, or to communicate it privately, directly to Participants who have expressed interest.
• For events in private residences or non-commercial spaces, sharing the exact address only with Participants you have personally confirmed is advisable — but the choice is entirely yours.
• Ensure the venue is safe, legal, and suitable for the expected number of participants.

The decision on how to share your event location rests entirely with you as the Host. Wanderer does not impose a specific disclosure model — only the city is required for map visibility.

3.3 Payments and Cancellations

• Clearly state your expected payment arrangement (cash, bank transfer, donation, or free) in the event description before publication. Wanderer plays no role in collecting or processing this payment.
• Clearly state your refund and cancellation policy in the event description.
• Handle all financial arrangements with Participants honestly and in accordance with applicable law.
• In the event of cancellation, notify interested Participants as soon as possible using the contact details they have shared with you.

3.4 Use of Participant Contact Data

Contact data shared with you after a Participant expresses interest — including WhatsApp numbers, Telegram, and social handles — may be used ONLY for the specific event for which it was shared. Any other use is a serious violation of these Standards and of applicable data protection law.

• Use a Participant's shared contact details to confirm attendance, share logistics, the exact meeting point, and event-related updates.
• Use contact details to communicate event changes or cancellations.
• Do not add Participants to commercial mailing lists or group chats unrelated to the specific event.
• Do not share a Participant's contact data with third parties.
• Do not use Participant data for marketing, solicitation, or promotion of other events or services without explicit opt-in consent from the Participant.
• Do not contact Participants repeatedly after the event for non-event-related purposes.

3.5 Safety and Preparedness

• Ensure that the event venue is safe and suitable for the expected number of participants.
• Have a documented emergency plan and communicate it to participants where relevant.
• Have a basic first-aid kit on-site or ensure rapid access to medical assistance.
• For high-risk activities, ensure the presence of qualified or certified personnel.
• Collect written informed consent from participants for activities involving physical, psychological, or legal risks.

3.6 Event Conduct

• Welcome all participants with equal respect, regardless of their background or origin.
• Establish and clearly communicate the rules of the event at the start of the session.
• Intervene promptly in the event of conflicts between participants.
• Respect participants' personal boundaries at all times.
• Do not pressure participants into activities for which they have not given consent.
• Do not record audio or video of participants without explicit written consent.
• Do not collect participants' personal data for purposes unrelated to the event.
• Do not create psychological or emotional dependency in participants through manipulative techniques.
• Do not use the event as a vehicle for recruitment into undisclosed organisations.

4. Participant Obligations and Standards

Participants are co-creators of every experience. Respecting the Host's rules and those of other participants is essential for a positive experience for everyone.

4.1 Before the Event

• Read the full event description carefully before expressing interest — including location (city), pricing arrangement, language, and any requirements.
• Verify that you meet all requirements specified by the Host.
• Ask the Host any questions directly, once contact details are shared, before finalising your attendance.
• Communicate any special needs (accessibility, dietary requirements, relevant health conditions) to the Host in advance.
• Inform the Host as soon as possible if you can no longer attend after arranging to do so.

4.2 Profile Information

When you express interest in an event, the Host will receive your full name, email, and any social/messaging handles you have chosen to add to your profile. This information is shared so the Host can contact you directly and manage the event safely and effectively.

• Ensure your profile photo is a clear, accurate image of yourself.
• Provide truthful information in your profile — including the 'About You' field if you choose to complete it.
• Do not include sensitive personal information in the 'About You' field such as health conditions, mental health history, trauma, addiction, or sexual orientation. This field is displayed publicly on your profile.

Participants cannot view the profiles of other Participants who have expressed interest in the same event. Participant contact data is visible only to the Host of the event in which interest was expressed.

4.3 Following the Host's Instructions

IMPORTANT: The Host's instructions are binding during the event. Following the Host's directions is not optional — it is a condition of participation. The Host has the right to remove anyone who does not comply with the event rules.

• Follow all safety instructions provided by the Host.
• Respect the event's specific rules (silence, phones off, specific protocols, etc.).
• Ask the Host's permission before taking photos or recording video during the event.
• Respect the timing and rhythm of the event as directed by the Host.
• Do not interfere with the running of the event or disturb other participants.

4.4 Respect for Other Participants

• Treat every participant with respect and courtesy.
• Respect the personal physical and emotional boundaries of others.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding anything shared by other participants during the event.
• Do not photograph or film other participants without their explicit consent.
• Do not share social media content that identifies other participants without their consent.
• Do not make comments about others' physical appearance, cultural background, spiritual practices, or personal characteristics.

4.5 Prohibited Participant Behaviours

• Do not arrive at the event under the influence of alcohol or substances not authorised by the Host.
• Do not use the event context to collect other participants' contact details for commercial purposes.
• Do not pressure other participants into engaging in unwanted activities.
• Do not remain in the event area after being asked to leave by the Host.
• Do not repeatedly contact other participants in an unwanted manner after the event.

5. Platform Communication Standards

All communications on or facilitated by the Wanderer platform — including messages, event descriptions, reviews, and any contact made using data obtained via an Expression of Interest — are subject to these standards.

5.1 Respectful Communication

• Use polite and respectful language in every interaction.
• Express disagreements constructively and non-aggressively.
• Give and receive feedback with openness and respect.

5.2 Prohibited Content

• Offensive, violent, threatening, or intimidating language.
• Spam, unsolicited messages, or unauthorised commercial promotion.
• Sexually explicit content unrelated to the event.
• Deliberate misinformation about events, practices, or people.
• Content that violates the privacy of third parties.
• Messages sent using platform-obtained contact data for purposes unrelated to the event that gave rise to the contact.

5.3 Reviews and Feedback

• Reviews must be honest, based on direct personal experience, and respectful.
• Do not post false reviews, purchase them, exchange them, or orchestrate negative review campaigns.
• Do not ask participants for a positive review as a condition of attendance or in exchange for discounts or other benefits.

TRANSPARENCY: Wanderer does not verify that the author of a review actually attended the event or met the Host — because we do not manage bookings or attendance confirmations, we have no data that would allow such verification. Reviews reflect the opinion of their authors, not an assessment by Wanderer.

Wanderer reserves the right to remove reviews that violate these standards. A Host who considers a review false or defamatory may contest it by writing to support@wanderer.live: we will examine the report and may remove it or allow the Host to reply.

5.4 Invite Programme

• Invite only people you genuinely know and who may have an authentic interest in the community.
• Do not share your invite link via spam, unsolicited mass sending, automated comments, or misleading advertising.
• Do not create fictitious or multiple accounts, or self-invite, to accumulate points.
• Points are purely symbolic: they have no monetary value, cannot be converted, and cannot be transferred. In the event of abuse they may be reset and the account suspended.

6. How to Report a Violation

Wanderer takes every report seriously. If you witness or are the victim of behaviour that violates these standards, you have several channels available.

We acknowledge receipt of every report and examine it in a timely, diligent, non-arbitrary, and objective manner — normally within 5 business days, with priority given to reports concerning personal safety. Reports are handled with confidentiality to the extent possible, and the reporting party receives an update on the outcome.

Where we remove content or restrict an account, we communicate the reasons to the person affected, who may request review of the decision by writing to support@wanderer.live within 6 months.

PROTECTION: Wanderer does not tolerate retaliation against anyone who reports a violation in good faith. Any attempt at retaliation will result in immediate account suspension.

7. Consequences of Violations

Some violations — particularly those involving violence, sexual abuse, illegal activity, or systematic misuse of personal data — will result in immediate and permanent account removal, regardless of the user's prior history.

8. Guidelines for Spiritual and Niche Events

Wanderer stands apart through its focus on spiritual, cultural, and non-conventional experiences. These guidelines complement the general standards to protect both participants and Hosts in sensitive contexts.

8.1 Respect for Cultural and Spiritual Traditions

• Present cultural or spiritual practices accurately, respectfully, and in context — avoiding trivialisation or superficial cultural appropriation.
• Do not present spiritual practices as medical treatments or guarantee specific therapeutic outcomes.
• Clearly state whether you are formally authorised or trained to conduct certain ceremonies or traditional practices.

8.2 Informed Consent for Intense Experiences

• For events that may involve altered states of consciousness, intense emotional experiences, or physically demanding practices, obtain written informed consent from participants before the event.
• Provide participants with all information necessary for an informed choice, including potential risks and contraindications.
• Ensure the presence of adequate support personnel for group events with high emotional intensity components.

8.3 Substances — Absolute Ban

IT IS PROHIBITED TO LIST ON WANDERER ANY EVENT THAT INVOLVES, INCLUDES, OFFERS, DISTRIBUTES, OR FACILITATES THE USE OF NARCOTIC OR PSYCHOTROPIC SUBSTANCES THAT ARE ILLEGAL IN THE JURISDICTION WHERE THE EVENT TAKES PLACE. VIOLATION RESULTS IN IMMEDIATE LISTING REMOVAL AND PERMANENT ACCOUNT BAN.

• The ban applies regardless of how the substance is described: ceremonial, sacramental, therapeutic, traditional, or 'plant medicine'.
• The ban also applies to listings framed in allusive, coded, or externally redirected language where the illegal substance is nonetheless identifiable.
• You may not use Wanderer to collect contacts or recruit participants towards activities that could not be listed directly.
• For substances that are legal in the event's jurisdiction (for example alcohol, or plants whose use is expressly permitted), the Host must explicitly state their use in the event description.
• Do not administer any substance to participants without their explicit prior informed consent, and never to someone who is in a vulnerable or altered state.
• Do not pressure participants into consuming substances they do not wish to take.
• Ensure adequate medical or psychological support is available during events involving legal substances.

Wanderer does not carry out general monitoring of listings and does not have the means to proactively verify the actual content of each event. Enforcement of this ban relies on the Host's declaration and community reports: if you notice a listing that violates it, please report it (Section 6). We will act without delay.

9. Updates to These Guidelines

Wanderer reserves the right to update these guidelines at any time to reflect the evolution of our community and best practices in the industry. Users will be notified by email at least 14 days before any material changes take effect. Continued use of the platform following notification constitutes acceptance of the updated guidelines.