gatekeeping
/ˈɡeɪtˌkipɪŋ/
noun
- The activity of controlling or limiting access to something, such as information, resources, or a group.
- Online forums sometimes have gatekeeping that excludes new members.
- The company's strict gatekeeping made it hard for new ideas to get through.
- Gatekeeping by a few large publishers limits what books become popular.
- The practice of deciding who belongs to a particular group or community, often by setting arbitrary standards.
- Some fans engage in gatekeeping, telling others they aren't 'real' fans.
- Gatekeeping in hobby groups can discourage beginners from participating.
- The community tried to reduce gatekeeping by welcoming all skill levels.