West Bengal Disability Organization (WBDO) is the largest PwBD-led society in West Bengal, uniting all persons with disabilities & advance towards the goal of establishing the right to live. General Code of Conduct
Mutual Respect & Courtesy: All members (State, District, and Block levels) must maintain mutual respect, courtesy, and decent behavior. Zero Tolerance Policy: The organization maintains
a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, fraud, misuse of position, or illegal activities. The organization will not be liable for such actions, and the involved member will face immediate expulsion. Chain of Command (Hierarchy): Every member must strictly adhere to the organization's hierarchy. Communication must follow the established levels (e.g., an L3 member should only communicate with L2 or L4 members regarding official duties). Prohibition of Dictatorship & External Interference: Imposing personal will (dictatorship) or allowing external individuals to interfere in internal matters is prohibited. Any member found involved in such acts will face disciplinary action or suspension.
2. Meetings & Attendance
Mandatory Attendance: Active participation in organizational activities and meetings is mandatory. Members must maintain a minimum overall attendance of 70% (annually or monthly as applicable). Absence & Accountability: Continuous absence without a valid reason is not permitted. If a member cannot attend, they must inform the person in charge in advance. Punctuality: Members must strictly adhere to the scheduled time and agenda of meetings. Wasting time on irrelevant discussions is prohibited.
3. Decision Making & Democratic Structure
Rights to Opinion & Voting: Every member has the right to express their opinion and vote on decisions. While personal disagreements may exist, the decision of the majority will be considered final and binding. Active Participation: Members must not remain silent during meetings; they must express clear and specific opinions (Yes/No with reasons). Any proposals must be presented at the board meeting; individual decision-making is not allowed. Priority of Disability Interests: As this is an organization for persons with disabilities, any member who remains silent on their rights or sides with injustice against them will be removed from their post.
4. Finance & Asset Management
Transparency & Audits: All financial transactions must be transparent. A mandatory monthly audit will be conducted, and the report must be disclosed to the members. Misuse of Funds: Using organizational funds or assets for personal gain is a criminal offense. Board members or their families cannot directly benefit from any organizational project. Membership Fees: Monthly membership fees must be deposited into the organization's fund by the 5th of every month. Asset Management & Return: Digital or physical assets provided by the organization must be preserved carefully. Upon leaving the organization, these must be returned; failure to do so will result in a penalty equal to double the value of the asset.
5. Confidentiality & Conflict of Interest
Data Privacy: Internal discussions, documents, or sensitive information must not be shared externally. Leaking information will attract legal action. Conflict of Interest: Members are prohibited from establishing relationships with competing organizations. Any potential conflict of personal interest must be declared in writing.
6. Miscellaneous & Special Rules
ID Cards & QR Verification: Possessing a valid ID card with a QR code is mandatory for all WBDO members. If a name does not appear on the official website list upon scanning, the card is invalid. Use of an invalid card is a punishable offense with a fine ranging from ₹500 to ₹10,000. Tenure & Elections: The tenure of Board Members is fixed at 5 years, after which new members will be selected through an election process. Performance Appraisal: Members will undergo an Annual Performance Appraisal. Inefficiency or violation of rules will lead to warnings or expulsion.
