# Community welcome message survey

Improve the first guidance members receive.

If nothing was unclear or difficult, say so. Skip questions about steps you did not experience; use not applicable where appropriate.

## 1. Which first step was unclear?

Answer: ____________________

## 2. What community norm needed explanation?

Answer: ____________________

## 3. What resource would help you begin?

Answer: ____________________

## Author notes / illustrative keys where applicable

1. Use this answer to locate the part of the experience that needs explanation. The example issue to investigate is: new members cannot identify a suitable first discussion.
2. An unexplained norm reveals where newcomers cannot translate welcome guidance into participation. Clarify the relevant expectation with an example rather than assuming experienced members' conventions are already understood.
3. Turn the requested improvement into a testable next step. One illustrative action is: offer a small optional introductory activity.

Interpretation caution: Joining does not imply consent to public introductions.