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not . The Act is not applicable , but , if the constitution does not expressly provide for electronic participation in meetings , it should be amended to allow for electronic participation in meetings .
Once suitably empowered , the next step is to source and commission the appropriate electronic platform / s , update meeting packs and notices , and ensure that members and all other role players are fully informed and educated on all new processes as and when they are introduced .
RESPONSIBLE SOCIAL MEDIA USE AND TRADEMARKS The increased need to find alternative ways to reach out to communities and for members to communicate with each other calls into play issues surrounding responsible social media use . The use of official and unofficial social media platforms , such as Facebook and WhatsApp , is on the rise and with it comes the inevitable use , and often misuse , of these platforms for the airing of grievances and complaints , some
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