Help members to improve their presiding skills;
Facilitate monthly study groups for members and guests;
Assist our members to acquire their parliamentary credentials;
Help people locate technical resources on meeting procedures;
Provide details on registering for training conferences offered by the National Association of Parliamentarians .

Why is it important for us to maintain our skills?

All NAP members are held to the standards listed in the Joint Code of Professional Responsibility.

As per the Code’s  Aspirational Standards, a parliamentarian should:

1.1 Assist in upgrading and improving the profession.
1.2 Assist in maintaining the integrity and competence of the profession.
1.3 Maintain high professional standards and keep abreast of the latest research in the field.
1.4 Promote a spirit of cooperation, professionally responsible practice, and fair dealing with colleagues.
1.5 Conduct oneself so as to reflect credit on the profession and inspire the confidence, respect, and trust of clients and the public.
1.6 Encourage non-discriminatory standards in all aspects of parliamentary practice.

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*Check out: Pathway to Learning with NAP!!