> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://about.worldiaday.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://about.worldiaday.org/committees/governance.md). # Governance We believe the way forward is to establish a governance committee to support sound decision making and adherence to our mission. This committee will be called on to uncover blindspots, ensure adherence to sound business practices, and hold the board responsible for their promise to move us closer to our mission. * Determine rules for members, organizers, events * Review committee charters and organization bylaws and make recommendations for any changes in order to correct inconsistencies and bring documents and practices in line with organization mission and values. ### What do we expect from members of the governance committee? * Be a supportive partner in defining organizational governance, including its structure, culture, processes, and practices. * Review budgets, bylaws, and code of conduct * Oversee endeavors of other subcommittees to make sure the initiatives align with the organizational mission * Contribute at a minimum of 3 hours a month to attend quarterly meetings and contribute to discussions ### How is one invited to the governance committee? We look for those who are: * active in the community. For instance, they have given back to the community as a speaker, mentor, volunteer, researcher, and/or organizer * have a passion for advancing the field of information architecture * have some experience with business or nonprofit operations ## Committee Members | Role | Name | | --------------- | --------- | | Lead, Officer | Grace Lau | | Member, Officer | | | Member, Officer | | | Member | | | Member | | | Member | | | | | ## Questions * **Should all officers be part of the Governance Committee?** Yes, the "minimally viable board" is an essential part of the governance committee. * **How can someone be recruited?** Mostly invited and we take nominations. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://about.worldiaday.org/committees/governance.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.