# 1. The Independent Media Center Network (IMCN) is based upon principles of 
equality, decentralization and local autonomy. The IMCN is not derived from 
a centralized bureaucratic process, but from the self-organization of 
autonomous collectives that recognize the importance in developing a union 
of networks. 
 

# 2. All IMC's consider open exchange of and open access to information a 
prerequisite to the building of a more free and just society. 
 

# 3. All IMC's respect the right of activists who choose not to be 
photographed or filmed.] 
Revisión: Indymedia respects the right of those who wish not to be identified for any reason. With this in mind, all IMC's respect the right of activists who choose not to be photographed or filmed, and will encourage all contributing reporters to do the same. It is required that anyone who wishes to record, film or photograph inside a physical IMC space announce their intention in advance to all present and respect the decision of any person(s) who choose not to be included.
 

# 4. All IMC's, based upon the trust of their contributors and readers, shall 
utilize open web based publishing, allowing individuals, groups and 
organizations to express their views, anonymously if desired. **see 
appendix: Open Publishing document (still in proposal phase, at this 
address: 
http://lists.indymedia.org/mailman/public/imc-communication/2001-April/00170 
7.html) 
 

# 5. The IMC Network and all local IMC collectives shall be not-for-profit. 
 

# 6. All IMC's recognize the importance of process to social change and are 
committed to the development of non-hierarchical and anti-authoritarian 
relationships, from interpersonal relationships to group dynamics. 
Therefore, shall organize themselves collectively and be committed to the 
principle of consensus decision making and the development of a [direct, 
participatory democratic process] that is transparent to its membership. 
 

# 7. [All IMC's recognize that a prerequisite for participation in the 
decision making process of each local group is the contribution of an 
individual's labor to the group.] 
 

# 8. All IMC's are committed to caring for one another and our respective 
communities both collectively and as individuals and will promote the 
sharing of resources including knowledge, skills and equipment. 
 

# 9. All IMC's shall be committed to the use of free source code, whenever 
possible, in order to develop the digital infrastructure, and to increase 
the independence of the network by not relying on proprietary software. 
 

# 10. All IMC's shall be committed to the principle of human equality, and 
shall not discriminate, including discrimination based upon race, gender, 
age, class or sexual orientation. Recognizing the vast cultural traditions 
within the network, we are committed to building [diversity] within our 
localities.