Organizational Guidance Template

A concise and clear title that stands alone and makes sense out of context.

1. Purpose

Why this guidance exists.

State the spirit of the guidance — what it seeks to clarify, support, or achieve.
Be values-forward. Highlight how it aligns with our mission, values, or policies.

2. Organizational Guidance

The full content of the guidance.

• Use clear, actionable language.
• If guidance involves steps or expectations, list them in bullet or numbered format.
• If external or internal documents are referenced, link them directly.
• If clarification or definitions are needed, include them in-line or link to a glossary.

3. Related Content

Bylaws and Policies

This guidance interprets or implements the following:

• Bylaw Article X - Membership Definition
• Board Policy - Safety and Inclusion

Organizational Guidances & SOPs

This guidance is related to or informs the following documents:

• Organizational Guidance - Behavior Covenants
• SOP - Incident Response Protocol