(a) Board members are ambassadors for the bar. Board members should listen to stakeholders and bring their perspectives and concerns to the attention of the board. They should share information with stakeholders about the mission, strategic plan, programs, services, activities and policies of the bar. Stakeholders include, but are not limited to, members of the public, bar members and law students within the board member's region, committees, sections and other bar groups to which the board member is appointed as liaison, members of local, specialty and affinity bars, and state and local government officials.(b) Board members are advocates for the bar within the legal and other communities and should avoid speaking publicly in opposition to positions taken by the Board of Governors.(c) Board members are leaders within the legal and other communities who should model the values of the Oregon State Bar.(d) Board members are committed to preparing for and attending all board meetings and other functions except when, in a board member's judgment, an emergency or compelling circumstance arises that prevents participation.(e) Board members are committed to development of the skills and competencies needed to contribute to the successful governance of the bar, including but not limited to, organizational knowledge, oversight of the Chief Executive Officer, financial literacy, and cultural competency.(f) Each board member has special talents, perspectives, and community connections that contribute to the successful governance of the Bar. Expressing opinions, sharing expertise, and providing diverse perspectives on issues before the Bar are important and encouraged.Adopted effective 4/14/2023.