- This provision ensures that Easier Life operates with transparency and accountability, maintaining trust within the community by implementing clear governance structures and decision-making processes.
- Board of Trustees and Leadership: Outlines the roles and responsibilities of Easier Life’s governing body, ensuring that trustees and leadership teams make decisions that align with Krishna-conscious principles and the organization’s mission. Transparency in decision-making processes is prioritized, with clear communication to all members.
- Financial Accountability: Easier Life provides members access to financial reports and updates, ensuring transparency in managing and allocating funds. It adheres to ethical financial practices and ensures community contributions toward meaningful initiatives and services.
- Member Participation and Feedback: Encourages active member involvement in the governance process through regular feedback channels, surveys, and community meetings. Members can contribute to decision-making processes and suggest improvements, fostering a culture of collaboration and transparency.
- Transparency in Policies and Procedures: All operational policies, including those related to membership, privacy, and service provision, are publicly available. Easier Life ensures members are informed of policy changes and maintains an open and transparent organizational structure.
- Ethical Standards and Compliance: Ensures that all activities within Easier Life comply with legal and ethical standards, including adherence to Krishna-conscious values. A formal code of conduct is implemented for volunteers, staff, and members to uphold integrity, respect, and transparency in all interactions.
3 Examples - Governance & Transparency
Example 1: Board of Trustees Engagement
Offer: I support Easier Life’s Board of Trustees in ensuring transparent decision-making processes that align with Krishna-conscious values.
Details:
- Assist in documenting decisions made by the trustees and ensuring they are communicated effectively to members.
- Provide input on aligning organizational goals with Krishna-conscious principles and legal compliance.
- Facilitate feedback sessions with members to ensure their voices are represented in the governance process.
Availability:
Weekday evenings for virtual meetings or weekend in-person sessions.Credentials:
Experienced in non-profit governance and Krishna-conscious community leadership.
Example 2: Financial Transparency Advisor
Offer: I guide ethical financial management practices, ensuring Easier Life maintains accountability and trust in managing community contributions.
Details:
- Help prepare detailed financial reports, including budgets, expenditure breakdowns, and updates for members.
- Support the implementation of financial transparency tools, such as public dashboards or quarterly updates.
- Advise on ethical fundraising and allocation of resources to meaningful projects.
Availability:
Flexible scheduling for consultations and workshops, both virtual and in-person.Credentials:
Certified accountant with expertise in non-profit financial management and Krishna-conscious fundraising practices.
Example 3: Member Participation Facilitator
Offer: I facilitate workshops and meetings to encourage active member participation in governance, ensuring their feedback informs organizational policies.
Details:
- Organize regular member feedback sessions to gather insights and suggestions for improvement.
- Conduct surveys and focus groups to assess member satisfaction and align initiatives with community needs.
- Provide transparent summaries of how member input influences policy changes or new projects.
Availability:
Weekends or weekday evenings for virtual or in-person sessions.Credentials:
Skilled facilitator with experience in member engagement and collaborative decision-making processes.
These examples demonstrate how members can contribute to maintaining governance and transparency, fostering trust, accountability, and alignment with Krishna-conscious values.
