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Mention interpersonal abuse in 'should not cause harm' for #44 (#108)
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Mention interpersonal abuse in 'should not cause harm' for #44
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rhiaro authored Mar 6, 2024
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Web technologies are also released for use under a
[royalty free license](https://www.w3.org/Consortium/Patent-Policy/)
to enable open source implementation.
We build new web technologies in a collaborative manner
according to open processes
(for example, the <a href="https://www.w3.org/Consortium/Process/">W3C process</a>),
and in inclusive environments adhering to codes of conduct
(such as the W3C <a href="https://www.w3.org/Consortium/cepc/">Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct</a>).

These are often cited as some of the strengths of the web.
Despite this, in the 30 years since development of the web began,
it has become clear that the web platform can often be used in ways that subvert its original mission,
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<p>
When we are adding a feature or technology to the web,
we will consider what harm it could do to society or groups,
we will work to prevent or mitigate any harm it might cause society or groups,
especially to vulnerable people.
We consider a range of threat models that account for abuse scenarios
at different scales, from societal to interpersonal.
We will prioritize potential benefits for web users over potential benefits to web developers,
content providers, user agents, advertisers or others in the ecosystem,
in line with the
<a data-cite="design-principles#priority-of-constituencies">priority of constituencies</a>.
We will ensure the requirements and views of marginalized communities
and underrepresented groups are heard and respected.
We will build new web technologies in a collaborative manner
according to open processes
(for example, the <a href="https://www.w3.org/Consortium/Process/">W3C process</a>),
and adhering to codes of conduct
(such as the W3C <a href="https://www.w3.org/Consortium/cepc/">Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct</a>).
We commit to learning about and understanding diverse perspectives,
and will strive to reflect a respect for that diversity in the designs we produce,
so that our designs properly respect the interests and views of
all of the people who might be affected by them.
</p>
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