Using Bevy Discussions for Startup Grind

Opening Note:

Startup Grind is using Bevy as our community platform, and thus as event management tool. As a software platform, Bevy is evolving everyday, thus the best place to look for updated content and instruction about Bevy, is the platforms help portal. https://help.bevy.com.

While the following article can still help, few features, names and appearance may have changed. To see current and updated information about Discussions, please refer to the following link at Bevy's help https://help.bevy.com/hc/en-us/sections/22601666610199-Discussions.

Welcome to Bevy Discussions, the dynamic feature designed to enhance community interaction and engagement within Startup Grind. This guide will walk you through the essentials of using and managing discussions to foster meaningful conversations, connect with members, and maintain a vibrant community.

In this Article:

  1. Introduction to Discussions
  2. Creating and Editing Your Discussions
  3. Engaging with Community Discussions
  4. Managing and Moderating Discussions

Introduction to Discussions

Bevy Discussions is your ultimate solution for creating vibrant forums tailored to your community's needs. Powered by cutting-edge AI technology, Discussions provides a seamless platform for fostering meaningful conversations and engaging interactions within your events and chapters.

Key Concepts:

  • Discussion Forums: These are virtual spaces where community members can initiate, participate in, and explore discussions on various topics. Event forums allow members and attendees to engage before and after an event, sharing ideas, asking questions, and connecting with others.
  • Community Engagement: Central to the success of any discussion forum is active engagement. Discussions empower community owners to cultivate dynamic conversations. The AI Copilot assists in creating and curating engaging content, ensuring discussions remain lively, relevant, and inclusive.
  • AI Copilot: This innovative tool assists community owners in various tasks, including content creation, moderation, and maintaining a safe community environment.

Creating and Editing Your Discussions

Creating a Discussion:

  1. Access the event or chapter page relevant to your interests.
  2. Locate the discussions section, typically found on the main menu or at the bottom of the page.
  3. Click on the "New Discussion" button to start your post.
  4. Provide a descriptive title and elaborate on your topic in the description field.
  5. Click "Save" to publish your post.
  6. Enhance your content by including images and adjusting the text format.

Editing Your Discussion:

  1. Locate and click on the title of the discussion you wish to edit.
  2. On the discussion page, access the menu below the description and click the "Edit" button.
  3. Make necessary modifications to the title, description, or content.
  4. Save the changes to update your post.

Locking Your Discussion:

  1. Access the discussion you want to lock.
  2. Look for the lock option in the menu below the description.
  3. Click the lock option to disable further comments, preserving important announcements or concluded discussions.

Deleting Your Discussion:

  1. Navigate to the discussion you want to delete and click on its title.
  2. Access the menu below the description and click the "Delete" button.
  3. Confirm your decision to delete the post when prompted. This action is irreversible.

Engaging with Community Discussions

Adding a Comment:

  1. Access the discussion by clicking on its title.
  2. Read existing comments.
  3. Scroll down to the comment section, type your comment in the provided text box, and click "Comment."
  4. Reply to other users' comments by clicking the "Reply" button.

Reporting a Discussion or Comment:

  1. Click the "Report" button in the menu of the offending discussion or comment.
  2. Select the appropriate reason for the report and click "Report" to submit.
  3. Moderators will review your report to ensure a safe and welcoming community.

Managing and Moderating Discussions

Enabling Forums on Event and Chapter Pages: To enable forums on your event and chapter pages, follow the specific guidelines provided in the Bevy platform settings.

Moderating Discussions:

  1. Discussion Post Moderation: Admins, moderators, and users can take action on posts by clicking the hamburger button next to the post. Options include editing, reporting, locking, or deleting posts.
  2. Moderation Dashboard: Accessed via the quick access menu on the top navigation bar, the Moderation Dashboard allows owners to monitor and act on posts flagged for moderation.

Types of Moderation:

  • Proactive Moderation: AI technology continuously analyzes content to identify potentially sensitive or inappropriate material. Flagged content is queued for review before being published.
  • User-Flagged Content: Group owners can address content flagged by users, ensuring inappropriate content is promptly managed.

Moderation Workflow:

  • Approvals View: Review and take action on content flagged by AI. Owners can allow or block flagged content to maintain community guidelines.
  • Flagged Content Tab: Manage posts reported by users. Owners can review reports, disregard false reports, or delete posts violating guidelines.

By utilizing Bevy Discussions effectively, Startup Grind can create a thriving online community that fosters engagement, ensures safety, and enhances the overall experience for its members.

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