Women of Strength

“The Executive Committee. The four officers serve as the members of the Executive Committee. Except for the power to amend the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws the Executive Committee shall have all the powers and authority of the Board of Directors in the intervals between meetings of the Board of Directors and is subject to the direction and control of the full Board”

“To enforce policies and procedures is to communicate them clearly to all employees explain the purpose benefits and expectations of each policy and procedure and provide relevant examples and scenarios. We also use multiple channels and formats to communicate such as emails newsletters posters videos or training sessions. The policies and procedures are accessible and updated regularly we solicit feedback and questions from employees. To enforce policies and procedures is to train and support your employees to follow them. Also adequate resources tools and guidance to help employees understand and apply the policies and procedures in their daily work. We have created a culture of learning and improvement where employees can share best practices and procedures. Next to enforce policies and procedures is to monitor and review their implementation and effectiveness. Clear metrics and indicators to measure the compliance and performance of the policies and procedures and collect data and feedback from various sources such as surveys audits reports or observations. Review the data and feedback regularly and identify any gaps issues or opportunities for improvement. Involve employees in the review process and solicit their input and suggestions. Then to enforce policies and procedures is to correct and prevent any violations or deviations have a clear and fair disciplinary process where you address any non-compliance or misconduct promptly consistently and proportionately also communicate the consequences and expectations to the employees involved and provide them with coaching counseling or training to help them improve. Analyze the root causes of the violations or deviations and implement preventive measures such as revising the policies and procedures providing additional training or changing the process or systems. To enforce policies and procedures is to lead by example. Model the behaviors and attitudes that we expect from our employees and demonstrate commitment and adherence to the policies and procedures. Encourage and empower our employees to take ownership and responsibility for following the policies and procedures and to report any concerns or issues. Foster a positive and respectful work environment where employees feel valued trusted and supported”

“Define the Position: Clearly outline the job responsibilities qualifications and expectations. Conduct Market Research: Gather data on comparable salaries for similar positions in the non-profit sector using sources like: The National Association of Nonprofit Organizations & Executives Nonprofit Leadership Alliance GuideStar and Charity Navigator. Assemble an independent committee consisting of: Board members external experts e.g. compensation consultants no employees or relatives of the person being compensated. Review and Analyze Data: The compensation committee reviews and analyzes the market research data to determine a fair and reasonable salary range. The committee considers additional factors such as: the persons qualifications experience and performance. The organizations budget and financial constraints and industry standards and best practices. The compensation committee deliberates and makes a decision on the persons compensation ensuring it is fair reasonable and within the established salary range. The committee documents the deliberation and decision-making process including: meeting minutes compensation data and analysis and rationale for the compensation decision. The compensation committees decision is reviewed and approved by an independent person or entity such as: A separate board committee an external auditor or a compensation expert. The independent reviewer provides final approval of the compensation decision ensuring it meets the requirements for reasonableness and substantiation. The organization maintains detailed records of the compensation determination process including: market research data compensation committee meeting minutes deliberation and decision-making documentation and independent review and approval documentation. The organization retains these records for at least three years in case of an IRS audit or inquiry.”

“Women of Strength Nevada made its governing documents conflict of interest policy financial statements available to public during the tax year in the following ways: Website: Posting governing documents such as articles of incorporation bylaws and board policies on the organizations website. Guidestar: uploading governing documents to Guidestar; a website that provides information on non-profit organizations. State Charity Registry: filing governing documents with the state charity registry as required by law. Conflict of Interest Policy: posting the conflict of interest policy on the organizations website. Including a summary of the conflict of interest policy in the organizations annual report. Disclosing the conflict of interest policy on the organizations form 990 which is filed with the IRS. Financial Statements: posting unaudited financial statements such as the form 990 and annual report on the organizations website. Guidestar: uploading financial statements to Guidestar. Filing financial statements with the state charity registry as required by law publishing an annual report that includes financial information such as income statements and balance sheets. Filing form 990 with the IRS which includes information on the organizations mission programs governance and finances. Filing required documents with the state such as the annual report and charitable solicitation registration. Complying with federal and state disclosure requirements such as providing copies of financial statements and governing documents upon request. By making these documents available Women of Strength Nevada demonstrates transparency and accountability to their stakeholders including donors grant makers and the general public.”

“Expenses were as follows: Telephone Uhaul rental expense to pick up food for the food pantry distribution program gas for the rental transportation of the Uhaul banking fees drug testing fees for residents in the transitional living program. Purchase of non-food product baby diapers wipes household items personal care items etc.to give to public for food pantry distribution program.”