Governance
The Foundation maintains clear policies designed to support neutrality, manage conflicts of interest, and ensure accountability.
Governance at the IPPAN Foundation focuses on published processes and measurable outcomes. We believe that clear, consistent policies are essential for building trust and ensuring the long-term health of the protocol ecosystem.
All policies are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect best practices and community feedback. We are committed to continuous improvement in our governance structures.
Our policies
Published policies that guide Foundation operations and decision-making.
Decision-Making
Our decision-making process is designed to be transparent, inclusive, and efficient. Major decisions are documented and published, with clear rationales and expected outcomes.
- Documented decision processes
- Published rationales for major decisions
- Regular reviews and updates
- Community input mechanisms
Conflict of Interest Policy
Foundation members and contributors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest. We maintain strict separation between personal interests and Foundation activities.
- Mandatory disclosure requirements
- Recusal procedures for conflicted parties
- Annual conflict reviews
- Public disclosure of material conflicts
Security Disclosure Policy
We maintain a responsible disclosure program for security vulnerabilities. Researchers are encouraged to report issues through our secure channels.
- Secure reporting channels
- Coordinated disclosure timelines
- Recognition for responsible reporters
- Post-incident transparency
Program Selection Criteria
Grant and program selection follows published criteria to ensure fair and consistent evaluation of all applications.
- Published evaluation criteria
- Standardized application process
- Independent review committees
- Appeals and feedback mechanisms
Questions about governance?
We welcome feedback and questions about our governance structures.