What weโre about
Welcome to York Social Group! ๐
Looking to make new friends and dive into the vibrant community of York? Whether you're new to the city, a lifelong local, passing through, or living nearby, our group is the perfect place to meet amazing people and enjoy some of the best events in Yorkshire's most active social group.
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๐ Who We Are
Established in June 2021, York Social Group is a welcoming and dynamic community dedicated to reducing loneliness by fostering meaningful connections among people in York. Aimed primarily at individuals in their 20s and 30s, we offer a wide range of accessible social opportunities that make it easy to meet new people and feel integrated within the community.
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๐ค Our Mission
- Build Genuine Connections: We believe in the power of community and aim to create spaces where friendships can flourish.
- Inclusive Environment: Our group radiates warmth and inclusivity, upholding equality and respect for all.
- Support and Empowerment: We proudly support women's rights and the LGBTQIA+ community. If these values resonate with you, you'll find a welcoming home here.
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๐ Our Values
We are committed to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for everyone and running events that have a real impact on people's lives.
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๐ Start Your Journey with a Free Trial!
We're excited to offer a 30-day free trial for new members! Experience all the fun and camaraderie our group has to offer with no initial commitment. After your trial, membership continues at just $2.99 per month, helping us sustain and enhance our events for everyone. Note: Meetup does not currently support charging in GBP (ยฃ) but as of late 2024, $2.99 converts to about ยฃ2.31.
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๐ Support York Social Group
Our community thrives thanks to the dedication of our members, we receive no external funding. The annual cost to run the group in 2024 was around ยฃ1.2K. If you'd like to contribute more to support our mission, please consider donating or getting in touch with Alistair about an event youโd like to organise.
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โ ๏ธ Community Guidelines: Two-Strike Policy
To ensure a positive experience for all members, we have established a clear code of conduct:
- First Strike: Warning
- Examples include:
- Unwanted attention or persistent communication after being asked to stop.
- Inappropriate comments or jokes that make others uncomfortable.
- Disruptive behaviour at events, such as excessive intoxication.
- Examples include:
- Second Strike: Suspension
- Examples include:
- Repeatedly violating group norms after a first strike.
- Ignoring feedback or requests to modify behaviour.
- Examples include:
- Immediate Suspension
- Severe behaviours result in immediate suspension without a prior warning:
- Physical assault or threats of violence.
- Harassment, including sexual harassment.
- Hate speech or discriminatory behaviour against any individual or group.
- Severe behaviours result in immediate suspension without a prior warning:
Members are encouraged to report incidents using our Anonymous Reporting Form or by contacting the group organisers directly.
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โ Any Questions?
We're here to help! If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to reach out to Alistair or any of our event organizers. We're more than happy to assist you.
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๐ Join Us Today!
Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community that's all about friendship, fun, and making lasting memories. Click the "Join" button to start your free trial, and let's make York feel like home together!
We can't wait to meet you!
York Social Group ๐
