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| 1 | +#LAPERLE - GROUP NORMS AND COLLABORATIVE |
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| 4 | +###1. Purpose |
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| 6 | +Our goal is to foster a collaborative space where every participant feels respected, informed, and motivated to engage. We aim to build a culture of shared ownership and mutual support. |
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| 8 | +###2. Meeting Protocol |
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| 10 | +Agenda Preparation: The Facilitator drafts and distributes the agenda at least one day before the meeting. |
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| 12 | +Timeliness: Sessions begin and conclude as scheduled, with consideration for all time zones. |
| 13 | +Readiness: Participants are expected to review the agenda and any relevant materials beforehand. |
| 14 | +Note-Taking: The Scribe captures key points and action items, which are shared within 24 hours. |
| 15 | +Topic Discipline: Discussions remain focused; unrelated items are logged for future follow-up. |
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| 17 | +###3. Schedule & Deliverables |
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| 19 | +Planned Meetings: |
| 20 | +Every Thursday : Review draft and assign tasks. |
| 21 | +Every Saturday: Finalize deliverables and resolve pending issues. |
| 22 | +Recording Lead: Louis Kervens will manage meeting recordings. |
| 23 | +Scheduling Tool: |
| 24 | +Participation Goal: Actively participate in every session |
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| 26 | +###4. Communication Channels |
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| 28 | +Main Platform: WhatsApp (primary), Google Meet (Group meeting and workplace) |
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| 30 | +Video & Archives: Google Meet for live sessions; recordings will be shared. |
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| 33 | +###5. Decision-Making |
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| 35 | +Voting Process: Decisions are made by majority vote; the Facilitator resolves any ties. |
| 36 | +Weighted Input: For complex topics, weighted voting will be used to reflect diverse perspectives. |
| 37 | +Equity: Alternate sessions will be scheduled to accommodate those who miss meetings. |
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| 39 | +###6. Roles & Responsibilities |
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| 41 | +Coordinator: Designs the agenda, leads the meeting, and maintains structure. |
| 42 | +Secretary: Documents discussions, tracks follow-ups, and shares meeting notes. |
| 43 | +Meeting Monitor : Keeps the meeting on schedule, signals transitions, and promotes time efficiency. |
| 44 | +Reference: [Agenda Draft – Sample Role Guide] |
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| 46 | +###7. Respect & Empathy |
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| 48 | +Acknowledge and respect, time commitments, and working styles. |
| 49 | +Offer feedback that is constructive and focused on ideas, not individuals. |
| 50 | +Encourage balanced participation by practicing “step up, step back.” |
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| 52 | +###8. Accountability & Trust |
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| 54 | +Follow through on assigned tasks within agreed timelines. |
| 55 | +Reach out early if support or clarification is needed. |
| 56 | +Address concerns openly and work together to find fair solutions. |
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| 58 | +###9. Continuous Improvement |
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| 60 | +Host monthly reflection sessions using the “What worked / What could improve” format. |
| 61 | +Adjust team norms and workflows based on feedback and evolving needs. |
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| 63 | +Note: This document is dynamic and will evolve as our team grows and adapts. |
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