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It is a recommended best practice to ensure board members understand their responsibilities.\nThis template is not intended to be prescriptive and should be adapted to fit your agency, board, or commission (ABC).  The final version should be endorsed and adopted by the ABC.\n[Name of ABC]\nLetter of Commitment\nI understand that my role as a [Director/Member] of [Name of ABC] is a significant responsibility and I agree to make it a priority. I look forward to working collaboratively with my fellow [Directors/Members] to advance the goals of [Name of ABC/Organization].\nAs a member of the [Name of ABC], I affirm my commitment to:\nSupport the purpose, duties, and objectives of the [Name of ABC/Organization].\nAct honestly and in good faith with a view to the best interests of [Name of ABC/Organization].\nAdhere to the Terms of Reference for the [Name of ABC].\nUphold the values of the [Name of ABC/Organization] Code of Conduct.\nAvoid conflicts of interest and the perception of conflict of interest.\nMaintain appropriate confidentiality of information. I will not share or divulge to anyone outside of the [Name of ABC] any confidential information, including discussions that happen within board meetings, unless authorized to do so.\nExercise the care, diligence and skill that a reasonably prudent person would exercise in comparable circumstances, including preparing for and actively\nparticipating in meetings.\nPromote diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging within [Name of ABC/Organization].\nAttend in person, by video conference, or by telephone, at least [80%] of the [X] meetings held each year and continually communicate with other members to ensure I understand all current affairs. \u0005\u0005\u0005\nNote: Meeting attendance expectations should be tailored to the requirements of your ABC.\nI have read and fully agree to this Letter of Commitment. 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