ASTRA PARLIAMENTARY LAW UNIT of Seattle

Parliamentary Procedure is a Valuable Skill

Parliamentary procedure comprises the rules used by deliberative assemblies to make decisions. Those who are skilled in the use of parliamentary procedure are better able to represent their interests at meetings, and are more effective participants and members of organizations.

If you are a member of any of the following types of organizations you can benefit from the skills of parliamentary procedure:

• Corporate Board of Directors
• City Council
• Condominium Association
• College Student Organization
• Church Vestry
• Fraternal Order

These are just examples. There are many, many more we could list. The ability to effectively participate in decision-making groups is an essential requirement underlying a meaningful membership in democratic society. Joining the Astra Parliamentary Law Unit is an outstanding way to develop your ability to use parliamentary procedure.