Alaska Brain Injury Network Inc.

“The executive director of alaska brain injury network receives the prepared form 990, reviews it with accountants for accuracy before signing and filing.”

“Alaska brain injury networks bylaws, article xx, section 20.2, conflicts of interest states "any director with a potential conflict of interest concerning an issue to be considered by the board shall announce that conflict at the beginning of the board meeting at which the issue will be considered, or at such time as the potential conflict becomes apparent."”

“To determine compensation of the organizations executive director and employees, the alaska brain injury network purchased the foraker group 2008 salary and benefits survey, which provides reliable information to use as organizations develop new positions, and provides insight into building a salary structure for the organization.”

“The alaska brain injury network makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the general public, upon request. The documents can be inspected at abins office.”

“The alaska brain injury network has two primary functions: tbi advisory board and tbi resource navigation agency. The advisory board visits urban and rural alaskan communities and listens to the stories that the public shares about the issues facing alaskans with brain injuries. The board collaborates with its partner boards to affect changes in policies to improve programs and services, and advocates for safety legislation, in-state brain injury rehabilitation, and tbi waiver services. In addition, the advisory board works to bring tbi professional training to alaska, and conducts "needs assessment" surveys of survivors, family members, and providers. The resource navigation program serves as information and referral for tbi. The resource navigator responds to requests for assistance, information, resources, and referral, and works to establish a tbi hotline and brain injury support groups throughout alaska.”