Diversity Council Board operates in accordance to the John Carver's Policy Governance model in support of the Diversity Council Bylaws. We view the purpose of the Diversity Council Board of Directors is to guide the organization, on behalf of the community, in achieving its Ends (Vision/Mission) and avoiding unacceptable actions and situations. Our governance policies comprise the following areas:

• Governance Process policies instruct the Board about its own job, including the Board’s subparts such as officers and board committees.
• Board-Management Delegation Policies describe the interactions and relationship between the Board of Directors and the Diversity Council Staff.
• Executive Limitation Policies: describe boundaries for the Executive Director that are established by the Board of Directors
• Operational Policies