> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://civicus-world-alliance-for-parti.gitbook.io/innovationforchange-governance-handbook/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://civicus-world-alliance-for-parti.gitbook.io/innovationforchange-governance-handbook/master.md).

# Welcome

This handbook gives an overview of the workings of the Global Governance Circle of Innovationforchange. 

It explains the basic structure of the circle, roles & responsibilities, decision-making and how the operates on a day-to-day basis.

![The Governance Circle meeting in Belgrade, April 2019](/files/-Lev-rdWetIN5AocgkeA)

### Sections of this handbook

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[Context & History](/innovationforchange-governance-handbook/structure-and-agreements/context-and-history.md)
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[Roles & Responsibilities](/innovationforchange-governance-handbook/structure-and-agreements/roles-and-responsibilities.md)
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[Decision-Making](/innovationforchange-governance-handbook/structure-and-agreements/decision-making.md)
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[Becoming a Governance Circle Steward](/innovationforchange-governance-handbook/operational-details/untitled.md)
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[Communication & work tools](/innovationforchange-governance-handbook/operational-details/communication-and-work-tools.md)
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