FOREWORD

1. The National Board of Directors developed this manual under the direction of the National President and the Board of Directors under authority contained in the USAWOA Bylaws.

2. This manual is designated to unify the Association and serves to answer any questions about the Chapter, Region, and National Operations.

3. This manual is binding on all members, Chapters, Regions, members of appointed committees and councils, National Headquarters staff, contractors, consultants, Executive Director, all elected officials, or other individuals or any companies under contract with USAWOA. The USAWOA legal counsel will ensure that all contracts and agreements contain provisions for compliance with appropriate sections.

4. The National Board of Directors, with an effective date of 16 October 2023, has approved this edition of the manual.

5. Amendments and additions to this manual are encouraged and should be addressed to the National President or the Executive Director, USAWOA, 462 Herndon Parkway, Suite 207, Herndon, Virginia 20170-5235.

BY DIRECTION OF THE NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
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