Governance

Organizational chart
	Governance may be defined as the exercise of authority, direction and control of an association to ensure that its purpose is achieved. Organizational structure determines the manner and extent to which roles, power, and responsibilities are delegated, controlled, and how information flows. Download Organizational Chart.pdf

The Bylaws that guide our actions and decisions
	The AWNA is an incorporated trade association, governed by bylaws which are necessary to begin and carry on its activities. The specifics of bylaws include things such as: the name of the organization, terms of membership, requirements for meetings, terms for board directors and committee members, what the fiscal year is, and the procedure for amendment. Download Bylaws May 2012.pdf

Policy Manual that guides the Board
	In addition to bylaws, the AWNA conducts business following a set of policies adopted by the Board of Directors. Policies are guidelines that establish the parameters within which the association conducts its business. These set the boundaries within which the board itself, individual board members, board committees and the ED must operate and make day-to-day decisions in the ongoing operation of the association. Policy Manual online and as PDFs