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XYZ Literacy Agency values the high commitment and conduct of its staff and volunteers. All policies, unless specifically noted, apply to both staff and volunteers.

Policies of the XYZ Literacy Agency are developed to establish consistent guidelines and commonly understood expectations in delivering excellence in literacy services.

Compliance with all policies is mandatory. Non-compliance can lead to progressive disciplinary action and the eventual termination of involvement with our agency.

Any previous policies which are not contained in this current policy manual are considered null and void.

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All staff and volunteers will sign a form indicating that they have read, understood and will comply with the policies contained within the Manual.

Questions or concerns about the policies and/or their interpretation should be referred to the Executive Director.

Policies will be officially adopted after a majority of the board of directors passes a motion for their approval.

All proposed policy changes and revisions will be presented in writing to the By-law/Policy Review Committee.

All policies will be presented for the approval of the general membership at the Annual General Meeting in order to be ratified.