These Policies and Operational Guidelines (POG) represent official action of the ISA Executive Board. The first set of material covers specific policies related to how ISA conducts business and interactions with individuals, including members, volunteer leaders, employees, and other organizations. The second set of material includes guidelines and information related to typical activities and operations within the Society. The Society policies and operational guidelines are to be consistent with the ISA Bylaws, all laws and rules governing 501 (c) (3) non-profit organizations in the United States, the State of North Carolina, and any laws or rules of the applicable jurisdictions where Society entities and activities are located.
Manual of Operating Procedures
ISA Policies
The following policies have been adopted by the ISA Executive board to define the principles by which the Society, its members, and all sub units will operate, subject to the obligations set forth in the ISA Bylaws. The ISA Bylaws are approved by the ISA membership via the Council of Society Delegates. In combination with the operational Guidelines and the ISA Manual of Operation and Procedures, these documents describe the manner and method by which Society activities will be conducted.
- Society Executive Board Responsibilities and Authorities
- Antitrust Policy
- Code of Ethics
- Code of Standard Leadership Practices
- Intellectual Property Policy
- ISA Brand, Name, and Logo Use Policy
- Legislative and Other Public Interest Activities
- Member Involvement, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy
- Personal or Sexual Harassment Policy
- Preservation of Society’s Reputation and Tax Exemption
- Technical Publication and Presentation Policy
- Relationships with Other Organizations
- Business Position Statements
- Certification Programs
- Charitable Contributions
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- External Business Arrangement
- Funding and Expense Reimbursement Policy for Society Volunteers
- ISA Events and Exhibits Policy
- Membership Classes, Benefits and Recognition
- Society Awards Policies
- Impact of Sanction Laws
- Establishing and Maintaining Divisions
- Establishing and Maintaining Sections
ISA Operational Guidelines
The following operational guidelines have been adopted by the ISA Executive board to provide instruction and information for ISA leaders as well as staff in the conduct of ISA business. In combination with the Policies and the ISA Manual of Operation and Procedures, these documents describe the manner and method by which Society activities will be conducted.