Communication Governance
Purpose of This Section
The Communication Governance section defines how NWAF™ creates, approves, delivers and maintains clear, accessible and consistent communication. It ensures that communication is:
accurate
accessible
consistent
user‑centred
legally aligned
approved at the correct governance level
Communication Governance protects the integrity of NWAF™ and ensures that all users and organisations receive reliable, inclusive and high‑quality information.
1. Communication Governance Principles
1.1 Clarity
Communication must be easy to understand, free from jargon and structured logically.
1.2 Accessibility
All communication must meet accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.2 AA.
1.3 Consistency
Tone, structure and terminology must be consistent across all NWAF™ content.
1.4 Accuracy
Information must be correct, verified and aligned with governance content.
1.5 Transparency
Communication decisions must be documented and traceable.
1.6 Legal Alignment
Communication must reflect legislation, regulatory expectations and tribunal standards.
1.7 Founder Authority
Major or public‑facing communication requires Founder approval.
2. Types of Communication
NWAF™ governs the following communication types:
2.1 Governance Communication
Updates, standards, processes and official governance content.
2.2 User Communication
Guidance, instructions, updates and user‑facing information.
2.3 Organisational Communication
Information shared with organisations applying NWAF™ governance.
2.4 Accessibility Communication
Accessible formats, alternative communication methods and inclusive design updates.
2.5 Public Communication
Announcements, statements and public‑facing content.
3. Communication Governance Activities
Communication Governance includes:
drafting communication
accessibility checks
legal alignment checks
approval workflows
publication
version control
communication planning
monitoring and reporting
All activities must follow NWAF™ governance and accessibility standards.
4. Communication Governance Process
All communication must follow this structured process:
Draft communication
Review for clarity, accuracy and accessibility
Consult relevant Leads
Seek required approval level
Apply version control
Publish communication
Communicate updates to organisations or users
Archive previous versions
Record communication in governance logs
This ensures communication is controlled, consistent and reliable.
5. Accessibility Requirements
Communication must:
use plain language
include alternative text for images
meet colour contrast standards
support screen readers
be available in accessible formats
follow inclusive design principles
Accessibility is mandatory, not optional.
6. Roles & Responsibilities
6.1 Founder
Approves major communication
Sets communication expectations
Ensures alignment with NWAF™ vision
6.2 Oversight
Leads communication governance
Reviews communication for accuracy and consistency
Produces communication reports
Escalates issues
6.3 Leads
Draft and review communication
Ensure accuracy and compliance
Support communication‑driven decisions
6.4 Organisations
Apply communication updates
Ensure users receive accurate information
Report communication issues
6.5 Users
Engage with communication
Report errors or concerns
Provide feedback
7. Why Communication Governance Matters
Communication Governance:
protects governance integrity
ensures legal and accessibility compliance
prevents misinformation
strengthens trust and transparency
improves user experience
reinforces Founder‑led authority
safeguards the long‑term stability of NWAF™
Communication is the voice of a national‑grade governance system.
Version Information
Version: 1.0
Status: Published
Approved by: Founder
Last Updated: 19 February 2026
