These are some of the basic rules the UUA insists upon for participation on their email lists. They are basic enough that local UU lists use the same rules.

A "list" is the technical term for something similar to a round robin letter that is sent to a "List of email addresses" simultaneously rather than serially. There are four local lists:

GENERAL NETIQUETTE - Guidelines for participation on a UU List-serv

Don't...
* Monopolize the list
* Use inflammatory language
* Criticize persons or share private messages on the list without the writer's permission
* Post chain letters, petitions, or virus warnings
* Post other people's opinions or websites
* Preach ("you are wrong and I am right"), forcing your views on others
* Offer unsolicited advice (even when it's asked for, beware the power dynamic: are you setting yourself up as having authority over the asker?) Instead, offer information or suggestions.

Do...
* Treat with respect the purposes of the list, its members, and the values of UUism
* Write your messages mindfully: see Writing as Practice
* Speak from your experience
* Include only the relevant part of the original message rather than the whole message when you reply
* Sign your name (some folks can't see the headers)
* Nod (only) when you have nothing else to add to the discussion
* Respond to the strongest of the arguments in opposition, not the weakest
* Direct commentary about the administration of the list to the listmanager
* Above all, remember: we are all in it together (Interbeing). We need to treat each other gently and in a spirit of compassion

*   The local lists are public forums, not private or personal ones. The list administrators are within their rights to suspend or remove the privilege of participating on this list from any member whose behavior continues to be offensive. The listmanagers determine what is offensive enough to require sanctions.

For more information, see...
* The Value of Rules and Kindness
* Right Speech as a Dance: suggestions on how to handle conflict on list.
* Gurus, Professors and Prophets: why certain behaviors are inappropriate on list.
* Respecting Copyright
* Writing as Right Speech
* Electronic Right Speech
* The UUA Email Lists User's Guide: Rules for Participating
* The UUA Email Lists User's Guide: Netiquette

CHANGING YOUR ADDRESS
Let the listmanager know your old and your new email addresses when you request the change.