Governance

Transparent, structured, and accountable. ODPU operates on best-in-class organizational principles to ensure sustainable community development.

Decision-Making Structure

Board of Trustees (BoT)

The principal governing body of ODPU. The BoT provides strategic oversight, ensures adherence to the union's constitution, and safeguards the long-term vision of the organization.

  • • Fiduciary responsibility over union assets
  • • Strategic direction and policy approval
  • • Constitutional guardianship

Executive Committee (ExCo)

The operational arm of the union. Led by the President, the ExCo executes the directives of the BoT and manages day-to-day community interventions.

  • • Project implementation and management
  • • Community outreach and member coordination
  • • Financial administration and reporting
Accountability

Financial Transparency & Operations

As a registered non-profit entity (RC 8964034), ODPU is bound by strict financial reporting and auditing standards to guarantee that every contribution serves its intended purpose.

Financial Oversight

Maintained by the Financial Secretary and Treasurer, with regular audits presented to the assembly.

Meeting Cadence

Structured quarterly general meetings and monthly executive reviews to maintain momentum on all projects.

Executive Roles

  • PresidentStrategic Leadership
  • Vice PresidentOperations & Deputization
  • General SecretaryAdministration
  • TreasurerResource Safeguarding
  • Financial SecretaryFinancial Records
  • Public Relations OfficerCommunications