User blog:Kallie Jo/Clarification on the word "gay"

Hi there,

This blog post is made to let users know the appropriate and inappropriate uses of the word "gay", which mainly all revolve around the context it is used. Recent incidents have brought forth this issue and made it clear that some users (specifically in chat) still don't know the appropriate and inappropriate uses.

Now, don't be confused; the word "gay" is allowed on this wiki and this wiki's chat. However, when used in certain contexts to try to offend another user, like this for example:

" is gay"

It's not allowed at all (the only exception is if the user is completely okay with it). Obviously that's a very simple example, and many of you may already know this, but it just seems that overall we just need to reassess the appropriate and inappropriate contexts of this word. As long you're not using it in a context that could offend someone, the word "gay" is completely allowed.

So, in short, you can use the word "gay" as you please, as long as it's not offending anyone. The only restriction against using that word is if it's in a context meant to harass, bully, or offend. Using this word in an inappropriate manner is treated very seriously, and you can read the consequences here.

If you have any other questions pertaining to use of the word on this wiki, feel free to leave them in the comments.