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template_working_group_brief [2026/06/08 15:31] – sarahtemplate_working_group_brief [2026/06/08 15:38] (current) – [Overview] sarah
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   * Working Group Name:   * Working Group Name:
-  * Purpose: *Briefly describe what this group is focused on and why it exists.* +  * Purpose: //Briefly describe what this group is focused on and why it exists// 
-  * Resources:  *Funds or materials available for this working area.* +  * Resources:  //Funds or materials available for this working area// 
-  * Information: Contacts, Links to documents, and additional background or information that may be helpful to the group.+  * Information: //Contacts, Links to documents, and additional background or information that may be helpful to the group//.
  
 ===== Terms of Reference ===== ===== Terms of Reference =====
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     * Collect details of new attendees for Meetup comms (Matrix, email)       * Collect details of new attendees for Meetup comms (Matrix, email)  
     * Promote MBT at meetups, collect details of ppl who want to join MBT     * Promote MBT at meetups, collect details of ppl who want to join MBT
-### Coordination 
-- Check in at least (once a fortnight) via Matrix,  
-- Update to the Exec Committee via monthly meeting (preferably) or Matrix   
-- Document outputs so others can easily pick up or contribute via Docuwiki, Taiga  
-- Nominate a light coordinator (can rotate) to keep things moving 
-- Escalate questions or roadblocks to the Exec Committee via Matrix  
  
-## Evolution of working groups + 
-*Working groups are encouraged to evolve over time. As capacity and interest grow, the group may propose new initiatives, or suggest changes to scope or structure.*+==== Coordination ==== 
 +  
 +  * Check in at least (once a fortnight) via Matrix,  
 +  * Update to the Exec Committee via monthly meeting (preferably) or Matrix   
 +  * Document outputs so others can easily pick up or contribute via Docuwiki, Taiga  
 +  * Nominate a light coordinator (can rotate) to keep things moving 
 +  * Escalate questions or roadblocks to the Exec Committee via Matrix  
 + 
 +===== Evolution of working groups ====== 
 + 
 +//Working groups are encouraged to evolve over time. As capacity and interest grow, the group may propose new initiatives, or suggest changes to scope or structure.//
  
 If the group wishes to expand or change direction: If the group wishes to expand or change direction:
-- Develop a simple proposal (1–2 pages or short summary) outlining goals, expected impact, proposed timeline, any support needed, who will deliver the proposed changes (indication of ongoing volunteer commitment may be needed) +  * Develop a simple proposal (1–2 pages or short summary) outlining goals, expected impact, proposed timeline, any support needed, who will deliver the proposed changes (indication of ongoing volunteer commitment may be needed) 
-- Discuss with Exec Committee+  * Discuss with Exec Committee  
 + 
 + 
 +===== Member Roles and Responsibilities ===== 
 + 
 +// As an individual, decide what role and duration of responsibility you want to take on and discuss this with the Exec Committee / other members of the working group. If unsure, opt for fixed term contributor, e.g. 2-3 months. This group is designed to support different levels of involvement, from light, short term involvement to ongoing leadership. // 
 +==== Duration of involvement ==== 
 +  
 +  * Suggested minimum initial involvement of 3 months.  
 +    *  Schedule a date to decide whether you will renew,  
 +    *  At the scheduled date, communicate your decision to the rest of the working group / exec committee 
 +  *  //or// Ongoing commitment 
 + 
 +==== Roles ====
  
-## Member Roles and Responsibilities +  * Contributor (delivers defined tasks for x months) 
-*As an individual, decide what role and duration of responsibility you want to take on and discuss this with the Exec Committee / other members of the working group. If unsure, opt for fixed term contributor, e.g. 2-3 months. This group is designed to support different levels of involvement, from light, short term involvement to ongoing leadership.*  +  * Subject helper (provides advice or specific expertise when needed) 
-### Duration of involvement  +  * Coordinator (assigns and tracks tasks, oversees internal comms, recruits new team members when needed, ensures continuity) - this role can rotate. 
-- Suggested minimum initial involvement of 3 months.  +  * Leader (sets future goals and direction for the group, e.g. adjusting or expanding beyond initial terms of reference)
- - Schedule a date to decide whether you will renew,  +
- - At the scheduled date, communicate your decision to the rest of the working group / exec committee +
-- *or* Ongoing commitment +
-### Roles +
-- Contributor (delivers defined tasks for x months) +
-- Subject helper (provides advice or specific expertise when needed) +
-- Coordinator (assigns and tracks tasks, oversees internal comms, recruits new team members when needed, ensures continuity) - this role can rotate. +
-- Leader (sets future goals and direction for the group, e.g. adjusting or expanding beyond initial terms of reference)+

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