The Rebel Squadrons Standard Operations Manual Written by Lamin D. Zykara and Rahj Tharen Section 3: The Rebel Squadrons Bylaws and Mission Statement The Rebel Squadron Bylaws is a document that outlines the procedures and guidelines of the RS as established by RS High Command. All Rebel Squadrons members should take the time to read over the Bylaws which govern our organization. The Bylaws and Mission Statement can always be found online at: http://www.rebelsquadrons.org/bylaws.php The Concept of HIER The acronym HIER, which stands for Honesty, Integrity, Equanimity and Respect, is a principle that every RS member must strive to subscribe oneself to. This principle can basically be described as an everyday golden rule: to treat people with respect and to remain honest and fair. Section 1 of the Rebel Squadrons Bylaws is also listed below. RS Bylaws Section 1: Mission Statement 1.1 Mission Statement The Rebel Squadrons is an online gaming fan club, based on the Star Wars universe, dedicated to being a rewarding and fun experience for its members. The Rebel Squadrons also strives to encourage the growth and development of creativity, sense of responsibility, leadership strategies and good judgment amongst its members. In accordance with these goals, and the New Republic ideals it is pledged to defend, the Rebel Squadrons subscribes to the combined principles of HIER (pronounced 'higher'): Honesty, Integrity, Equanimity and Respect. 1.2 Membership Participation It is intended that each member is to have the opportunity, if they so choose, to advance through the ranks to the limits of their leadership capabilities, and that all members be allowed freedom of choosing the extent to which they will, or will not actively participate.