Core Principles
Aevum Encyclopedia thrives on collaboration. Our community operates under four foundational pillars that guide every edit, discussion, and contribution.
Neutral Point of View
All content must represent significant published viewpoints fairly, without editorializing or bias.
Verifiability
Claims must be traceable to reliable, independent sources. Original research and unsourced assertions are not permitted.
Respect & Civility
Constructive criticism is encouraged. Harassment, personal attacks, and bad-faith behavior violate our code of conduct.
Continuous Improvement
Knowledge evolves. Edits, corrections, and expansions are welcome when backed by evidence and community consensus.
Content Guidelines
High-quality entries require structure, sourcing, and clarity. Contributors should adhere to the following standards:
- ▹ Structure: Use clear headings, concise paragraphs, and standardized terminology. Avoid markdown soup or unformatted walls of text.
- ▹ Sourcing: Every factual claim requires a citation. Prefer peer-reviewed journals, official publications, and reputable news outlets.
- ▹ AI & Automation: AI-generated drafts are permitted if fully reviewed, fact-checked, and rewritten by a human contributor. Undisclosed AI use violates our integrity policy.
- ▹ Plagiarism: Direct copying from other sources without attribution or transformative value is strictly prohibited and grounds for immediate removal.
Moderation Policy
Moderation on Aevum is transparent, proportional, and appealable. We use a tiered enforcement system to maintain quality while protecting free contribution.
Constructive Warning
Issued for minor guideline violations (formatting, missing citations, tone). Includes specific feedback and a 7-day probation period.
Temporary Restriction
Applied for repeated violations or severe breaches (bias injection, vandalism, harassment). Access restricted for 14-30 days pending review.
Permanent Suspension
Reserved for egregious offenses: coordinated disruption, credential fraud, or sustained bad-faith editing. Appeals heard by independent editorial board.
How to Report Issues
Found inaccurate content, vandalism, or policy violations? Our streamlined reporting system ensures fast, documented responses.
Identify & Tag
Click the report flag on any article or comment. Select the violation category.
Provide Context
Add a brief explanation, source comparisons, or screenshots to support your report.
Moderator Review
A trained moderator evaluates the report within 24-48 hours and applies appropriate action.
Resolution & Feedback
You'll receive a notification with the outcome. Actions are logged publicly for transparency.
Community Roles & Responsibilities
Aevum operates on a tiered contributor model. Each role carries specific permissions and editorial responsibilities.
| Role | Permissions | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Contributor | Create/edit articles, add citations, participate in discussions | Account verification + 5 accepted edits |
| Reviewer | Approve drafts, tag improvements, moderate talk pages | 6 months active + peer recommendation |
| Moderator | Handle reports, issue warnings, protect articles from vandalism | Application + editorial board interview |
| Admin | System configuration, policy updates, final appeal arbitration | Senior staff or elected community representative |