Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen, As we all embark on the journey together in 2026, let’s remember why we are here. No one is here by accident, in fact looking at the membership roster, most were invited by another member. That means that someone identified you and selected you to be apart of this society. And the fact that you accepted the invitation means that you saw something in this Society Of Ordinary Gentlemen that made you want to join. So what does this mean? It means that you made a commitment to adhere to the rules and bi laws of this society and that you will support and defend not just the Society of Ordinary Gentlemen but the members of this elite society. How do you support this elite society? By following the rules and policies of this society. By referring only those that you feel will be an asset to this society. By respecting and supporting the other members of this society. Listen your thoughts and opinions matter, that is why you were given the right hand of fellowship and extended the opportunity to share your thoughts, experiences, and ideas with other like minded individuals. We don’t need people act like they’re playing Call of Duty by clicking constantly like they are shooting to kill their opponent. Anyone can click, but it takes real ladies or gentlemen who is willing to discuss and share and current events, styles, customs, and other topics. You were selected and by random drawing, we value you and what you have to offer to this society. So here’s the thing, get involved, ask questions, voice you opinions, share your experiences, and your knowledge, and learn from others stop in on SOG video Meetings held weekly. And if you feel strongly about this society, donate whatever you can financially, I can assure you that any money that comes does not go to finance some livelihood of a sponsor or their family. This money is use to run this platform to help maintain the security and integrity of this site so people feel safe and comfortable in their interactions. There are not salaries, bonuses, going to anyone in this society. But any monetary remaining after the cost maintaining this platform will be used for the betterment of this community. Whether it’s to support a charity in name of the this society, or to send flowers to a sick member or to the family of a lost society member. It is a donation not a or else

This community was not built as a democracy of noise, but as a republic of standards—much like the American one. Leadership exists, the Stewardship leads, but the voice of our members is always heard. Last Sunday, we tested a new tool: in-app recording for our video meetings. Two sessions were recorded and briefly shared in separate posts. The intention was simple and honest: to prove the tool worked and to give access to those who couldn’t attend live. Those videos have since been removed by the Stewardship. Not because privacy was ever compromised—we are, after all, a closed society with a strict admission filter—but because this was exactly that: a test. A controlled experiment around an idea we’re exploring. The idea is straightforward: short, focused five-minute lessons at the beginning of our meetings, followed by what truly defines us—the conversations. The Gentlemen’s Conversations. This Society is meant to grow. To become a force for good for every man willing to become a gentleman. There are plans for that. If you prefer our video meetings to remain exactly as they are today—pure Gentleman Conversations—cast your vote in the poll below. If the response is affirmative to introducing a five-minute lesson at the beginning, followed by five to ten minutes for questions, a second poll will be conducted. That poll will determine whether members wish to record only the lesson segment and the gentleman delivering it. TO OUR NEW MEMBERS: A brief clarification on access and structure. We maintain a dedicated WhatsApp group for high-quality video calls. Because phone numbers are involved, this benefit unlocks only after a minimum of 19 days of active membership. That threshold exists for one reason: standards. WhatsApp is the most widely used messaging platform in the world. It is end-to-end encrypted, offering an additional layer of privacy, and it is owned by the American company Meta—the same parent company behind Instagram and Facebook. This group was created months ago with full confidence in the caliber of our members. We expect, and have consistently seen, appropriate and respectful conduct. That expectation is non-negotiable.

The Society of Ordinary Gentlemen, the O.G.’s of Gentlemanly Behavior, was created to provide a haven where gentlemen and ladies can communicate with each other in a polite and courteous setting. While many discussions will center around genteel behavior, humor, fashion, food, mental and physical well-being, and the active mentoring of a new generation of gentlemen, no topic of discussion is off limits provided the discussion is conducted within the Code of Conduct of the Society. The Society of Ordinary Gents is not a platform for recruiting members into sub-groups, special membership groups, or educational or financial opportunities. Poachers, Charlatans, or Internet Self-Help Gurus will be banned. The Society is not going to teach you how to be James Bond, John Wick, or the secret methods to make women want you. The Society is not a for-profit group or business. Essentially, The Society of Ordinary Gents is the online equivalent of friends enjoying a cigar, a bourbon and the company of others, as we discuss meaningful and trivial matters sitting in comfortable chairs. Membership: - Must Be a Legal Adult - Name, Age Range, Occupation/Status, General Location on Profile is Recommended - Hobbies and Interest on Profile is Recommended - An Alias is Acceptable for Privacy. - Introductory Posts are Required within 72 hours. A Gentleman or Lady Introduces Themselves Code of Conduct: - Must Be Courteous, Professional, Honorable - No Derogatory Comments Towards Members - Lively Debate is Welcome, Personal Attacks Will Not Be Tolerated - No Gratuitous Profanity or Sexually Explicit Content - Must Have a Sense of Humor - Being Offended is Up to the Reader - Lurkers, Looky-Loos and Inactive (30+ days) Members May Be Removed. - Failure to write an Introductory Post will result in removal, with the option to reapply. No Solicitation: - The Society of Ordinary Gentlemen Does Not Sell, or Tolerate the Selling of Products, Services or Ideas for Commercial Purposes.