Dutch Noahide Community Policy Plan 1. Mission and Goals Mission: The Dutch Noahide Community is committed to creating a vibrant and accessible community in which the Noahide way of life is studied, shared, and applied. We strive for education and awareness regarding these universal principles, which serve as an ethical framework for a just and harmonious society. These universal principles are based on the Noahide Laws; according to Jewish tradition, these are the seven universal laws given by God to Noah and his descendants (all of humanity). These basic laws comprise seven main groups: Prohibition of idolatry Prohibition of blasphemy Prohibition of murder Prohibition of sexual immorality Prohibition of theft Prohibition of eating the flesh of a living animal Command to establish a legal system Goals: Setting up an online learning platform with regular Zoom lessons provided by qualified (paid) teachers. Developing an online community via WhatsApp, an informative website, and an active Facebook group. Organizing physical gatherings, ranging from small-scale events at board members' homes to larger public events. Disseminating knowledge about ethical and moral issues from a Noahide perspective. 2. Target Group Primary: People who identify as Noahides or are interested in the Noahide way of life, regardless of religious or cultural background. Secondary: Communities and individuals open to interreligious dialogue and ethical cooperation. 3. Core Activities Education and Awareness: Lectures, workshops, and meetings on the application of Noahide laws in daily life. Networking: Creating platforms for connection and interaction among interested parties, both online and offline. Community Building: Supporting Noahides through joint learning and social activities. Publications and Media: Publishing books, articles, podcasts, and videos to raise awareness. 4. Structure and Organization Board: The board consists of at least three members. Currently, these are: Chairperson: Annemarie Laseur Secretary: Judith Vermeulen – van Kuijeren Treasurer: Dawied (Gerrit Douwe) Bakker Committees: Technical Project Manager: Boaz van Kuijeren Graphic Design and Website: Sarah (Swinda) Bakker Changes to the board structure are decided in consultation and by a democratic majority. Relationships: The community remains independent (unaffiliated) but connected (connection), and maintains open communication with other Noahide and Jewish organizations without entering into formal affiliations. 5. Finances Income: Donations, fundraising, sales of study materials, and events. Management: Annual financial reporting by the treasurer. An external accountant is consulted if necessary. Expenditure: The foundation's assets are spent on the aforementioned purposes to fulfill the foundation's mission. Consider the following: Online: programs such as Zoom, Canva, ChatGPT, and the website Events and meetings Lectures and workshops Paying teachers 6. Policy and Values Respect and inclusion: Everyone with a genuine interest in the Noahide way of life is welcome, regardless of origin or background. However, inappropriate behavior may lead to exclusion. Evangelism from other religions is not permitted. Integrity and ethics: The actions of all involved must be in accordance with Noahide laws, with an emphasis on honesty and justice. 7. Evaluation and Sustainability Evaluation: We will regularly evaluate the progress of the organization and take corrective measures if necessary. This evaluation can be done by tracking membership numbers and monitoring the success of events and the impact on the community. Sustainability: In principle, the activities of the foundation should contribute to the sustainability and long-term existence of the organization. This entails that the foundation must focus its resources and efforts on initiatives that not only have a short-term impact but also continue to provide value in the long term, so that the foundation can continue to realize its objectives, regardless of changing circumstances.