“Neighbor Safety” Starts With All Neighbors

The recent Nextdoor blog post about the historic winter storm and staying safe contains solid, actionable information — and the intent is clearly positive.

https://lnkd.in/eB5C8ikq

But there’s a practical gap between sharing tips and actually looking after neighbors. Some neighbors are suspended — temporarily or indefinitely — from the platform right now. And it’s not just a handful:

If you look at the #X thread of replies here:

👉 https://lnkd.in/e8WA7DZv

…you’ll see dozens of neighbors sharing that they were suspended, only to receive an automated apology and a message that “we’d like to look into this further.”

Here’s the truth:

- Those suspensions are not being overturned — creating false hope and leaving real people without support, especially during times when community and connection matter most.

- That’s not looking out for neighbors. That’s leaving them behind.

If the mission of Nextdoor is to help neighbors connect, then how does that mission extend to:

- Neighbors who can’t participate because they’re suspended?

- Small businesses paying for reach but seeing limited interaction?

- Advertisers who can’t measure true engagement?

- Households that may need help but can’t post or respond?

Winter storms test communities, but weather tips don’t measure true community — it’s measured by real dialogue, real resolution, and real inclusion.

A platform that truly connects neighbors' needs:

🔹 Transparent moderation governance

🔹 Meaningful follow-up (not automated replies)

🔹 Consistent engagement — especially in moments when neighbors need each other most

Safety isn’t a one-way broadcast — it’s a two-way street.

Let’s not just tell people to check on neighbors —

let’s make sure every neighbor can be seen, heard, and connected.

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