# Community spaces

## Summary

Online spaces for community discussion of the standard, adoption and data use.

## Description

Online spaces for community discussion of the standard, adoption and data use:

* A *discussion forum* provides complete audit trail for decisions can be retained and referred to. Over time, forums can become a valuable resource for implementers, and provide rich content for support articles, FAQs and other resources.
* A *chat channel* (e.g. Slack) allows for conversations with the community about development, adoption and use of the standard.

## Prioritisation Factors

* Discussion forums:
    - When a standard has multiple stakeholders who don't meet regularly in person
    - More mature standards

## Deprioritisation Factors

- Discussion forums: When the community around a standard regularly meet in person