Network Standards

Snouts Safety Protocol

We strictly follow a "De-escalate & Educate" model to maintain a respectful and inclusive environment for everyone.

Community Code of Conduct

The standards every snout is expected to uphold.

Our Safety Protocol below describes how we enforce the rules. This Code of Conduct describes what those rules are. By participating in Southeast Snouts—online or at an event—you agree to uphold these standards.

18+ Only

You must be 18 or older to take part. Some events may check ID at the door.

Consent is Key

Every interaction should be entered willingly, with clear knowledge of what it involves. Anyone can call a stop at any moment.

Privacy First

Never share legal names, identities, or photos of others without their explicit permission. No outing, ever.

Zero Tolerance

Bullying, harassment, hate speech, doxxing, and illegal content result in an immediate ban.

Inclusive by Design

Discrimination based on gender, orientation, race, disability, religion, or any identity is not tolerated.

Respect the Venue

Follow all instructions from Leadership and venue staff. Each space may have its own additional rules.

Consent & the Traffic Light System

Clear communication before and during any physical or kink-related interaction.

Talk through limits and intensity with anyone you plan to play with before things start. Once you're in headspace, you're still responsible for respecting boundaries and keeping things safe. We use a traffic light system so everyone can signal where they're at:

Red — Stop

Stop what you're doing right away—no pushback, no questions. Red is final.

Yellow — Caution

Slow down or check in. Something is approaching a limit and needs attention.

Green — OK

Generally fine to continue. Still listen for changes at any moment.

Be upfront about your sexual health with anyone you play with. Exposing someone to risk without their knowledge breaks this Code.

Privacy & Digital Safety

Protecting each other's identities is a community obligation.

Confidentiality

Keep others’ real names, jobs, and personal info to yourself unless they’ve told you it’s fine to share.

No “Outing”

Connecting someone’s scene identity to their public identity without permission is one of the most serious violations there is.

Photography & Video

Don’t record or photograph people in a way that makes them recognizable unless everyone in frame has said yes. If someone appears in the background, blur or crop them out before posting anything.

Social Media Tagging

Ask before you tag anyone from the community in a post—every time, even if you think it’s obvious.

Events & Venues

Listen to Southeast Snouts Leadership and venue staff—what they say goes at the event.

Every venue has its own house rules; respect them. If you won’t cooperate, you’ll be asked to leave.

No illegal drugs, period. If you drink or use anything legal, keep it in check—if you become a risk to yourself or others, you’ll be asked to step out.

Stay home if you’re feeling sick or showing signs of something contagious.

Responsibility & Liability

Showing up means you accept the risks that come with attending any social or physical gathering.

Southeast Snouts, its Leadership, and volunteers aren’t responsible for injuries, lost items, or damages that happen during participation.

If you bring a guest, their behavior is on you. A guest breaking rules can affect your own standing in the network.

If you’re removed for a Code violation, you won’t get event fees or dues refunded.

The Three-Phase Model

Phase 1: The "Cool Down" (Prevention)

Maintaining respect before rules are broken.

If a conversation becomes heated but hasn't broken hard rules, Leadership will intervene to pause the specific topic or enable "Slow Mode" (where available) to allow for reflection.We do not ban for difference of opinion; we intervene when respect is lost.

Phase 2: Private Correction (The Anti-Shame Rule)

Correction without public humiliation.

Public call-outs breed drama. If a member breaks a minor rule, we prefer private resolution:

Action

A Leader will reach out via Direct Message (DM) to the user privately.

Example Script

"Hey, giving you a heads up that your last comment crossed the line regarding network rules. Please edit or delete it so we can keep things cool."

Phase 3: The Escalation Path

Clear consequences for continued behavior.

If private correction fails or behavior continues, we follow a documented path:

Strike 1 (Formal Warning)

A documented warning via Direct Message.

Strike 2 (Time Out)

A 24-hour mute or suspension to allow for reflection.

Strike 3 (Removal)

Removal from the specific group or platform.

Zero-Tolerance ViolationsDoxxing, hate speech, harassment, or illegal content result in an immediate ban bypassing the escalation path.

The Appeal Process

We recognize that Leadership is human and misunderstandings happen. We offer a fair, transparent path to appeal any permanent ban.

Panel Review

Appeals are reviewed by the Southeast Snouts Leadership team as a group, not an individual. This ensures a balanced perspective on any decision.

Impartiality Rules

If a ban was personal or involved a specific leader directly, that individual must recuse themselves from the vote to ensure absolute impartiality.

Expectations

The team will review chat logs, leadership notes, and context.
A decision will be sent via email within 48 hours.
If upheld, a new appeal can be submitted one calendar year later.

Need to submit an appeal?

If you believe you were banned unfairly from one of our network spaces, please use the form below to begin the review process.

Open Appeal Form

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