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Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Writing Bylaws

Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Bylaws are written rules that control the internal affairs of an organization

Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Bylaws determine how an organization operates, by using the force of the law

Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas How do you write bylaws?

Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Gather examples from similar organizations Other group's bylaws can make a good rough guide in the creation of your organization's bylaws.

Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Decide by whom and how the bylaws will be written and approved Possibilities Board of Directors Officers Steering Committee A combination of these groups

Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Write a first draft of your bylaws Include sections on: Name and purpose of the organization Membership Officers and decision-making General, special and annual meetings Board of Directors

Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas After completion of draft Meet as a group to discuss the proposed bylaws. Complete and approve the final draft. Be sure copies are given to anyone who needs them. Use your bylaws! Review and amend your bylaws periodically.