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To Encourage Greater Transparency in Prior Approval Process

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To Encourage Greater Transparency  
in Prior Approval Process 
WHEREAS, There is a prior approval process for many activities, 
positions, and tasks of Synod leadership; and 
WHEREAS, This process requires and allows no feedback to those 
members of the Synod who are not approved; therefore be it 
Resolved, That this process be reviewed within  one year 
following the 2026 Synod convention, and protocols created and 
enacted as a responsibility for persons making judgements to 
provide feedback to foster greater transparency to those going 
through the process for the good and welfare of all. 
Atlantic District 
2026 Convention Workbook
433UNIVERSITY EDUCATION

To Encourage Greater Transparency in Prior Approval Process

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