Imc Torun - Principles of Unity

Imc Torun - Principles of Unity - Indymedia Network

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"source (en)":https://docs.indymedia.org/view/Global/PrinciplesOfUnity

h1. PRINCIPLES OF UNITY

# _The Independent Media Center Network (IMCN) is based upon principles of equality, decentralization and local autonomy. The IMCN is not derived from a centralized bureaucratic process, but from the self-organization of autonomous collectives that recognize the importance in developing a union of networks._
** Yes
# _All IMC's consider open exchange of and open access to information a prerequisite to the building of a more free and just society._
** Yes
# _[All IMC's respect the right of activists who choose not to be photographed or filmed.]_
** Yes
# _All IMC's, based upon the trust of their contributors and readers, shall utilize open web based publishing, allowing individuals, groups and organizations to express their views, anonymously if desired. (see appendix: Open Publishing document --> "still in proposal phase in April 2001, at this address":http://lists.indymedia.org/mailman/public/imc-communication/2001-April/000874.html, and "Matthew Arnison's vision of open publishing":http://www.purplebark.net/maffew/cat/openpub.html )_
** Yes
# _The IMC Network and all local IMC collectives shall be not-for-profit._
** Yes
# _All IMC's recognize the importance of process to social change and are committed to the development of non-hierarchical and anti-authoritarian relationships, from interpersonal relationships to group dynamics. Therefore, shall organize themselves collectively and be committed to the principle of consensus decision making and the development of a direct, participatory democratic process] that is transparent to its membership._
** We're trying to do this. See our "decision making method":/2653
# _[All IMC's recognize that a prerequisite for participation in the decision making process of each local group is the contribution of an individual's labor to the group.]_
** The prerequisite should be minimal and not be based on using computers.
# _All IMC's are committed to caring for one another and our respective communities both collectively and as individuals and will promote the sharing of resources including knowledge, skills and equipment._
** Yes
# _All IMC's shall be committed to the use of free source code, whenever possible, in order to develop the digital infrastructure, and to increase the independence of the network by not relying on proprietary software._
** Yes, and even better, we use "free software":http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/free_software as much as it is practically possible.
# _All IMC's shall be committed to the principle of human equality, and shall not discriminate, including discrimination based upon race, gender, age, class or sexual orientation. Recognizing the vast cultural traditions within the network, we are committed to building [diversity] within our localities._
** We agree, but in addition, our version is as follows: IMC Toruń is committed to the principle of animal equality, including that of humans, and shall not discriminate, including discrimination based upon race, species, gender, age, class or sexual orientation. Recognizing the vast cultural traditions within the network, we are committed to building [diversity] within our localities. We will add a link *TODO* giving more details concerning the notion of equality between humans and other animals...

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