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        <ExplanationTxt>DIRECTOR AND ALL BOARD MEMBERS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND EVERY BOARD MEETING TO VOTE, DISCUSS, AND DISCLOSE ANY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>THE GOVERNING DOCUMENTS , FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, AND CONFLIFT OF INTEREST STATEMENT POLICY ARE AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>THE BOARD REVIEWS AND DISCUSSES LOCAL AND NATIONAL COMPENSATION GUIDES PRINTED BY SIMILAR AND REPUTABLE NON PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO COMPARE SALARIES OF EMPLOYEES AND VOTES ON AGREED UPON REASONABLE SALARIES FOR THE DIRECTOR AND EMPLOYEES.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MAINTAINS RECORDS THAT CONTAIN GOVERNING DOCUMENTS. THESE DOCUMENTS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST AT THE ORGANIZATIONS ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>Soft Skills TrainingThis training includes a combination of people skills, social skills, communication skills, such as: Developing a Strong Work EthicPositive AttitudeGood Communication SkillsTime Management AbilitiesCritical Thinking Skills Empowering The Masses Mission is to provide basic needs, educational services and resources. It is our vision to help individuals gain self worth and financial independence. We strive for them to become self sufficient to improve their quality of life and the life within their community.</ExplanationTxt>
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