UPDATES TO COVID-19 GUIDANCE

Effective July 1, 2021

All decisions regarding modified in-person meetings and gatherings should include input from all chapter members and be determined at your chapter’s discretion, based on local area health authority and government instructions.

Current scientific data, and experience of nations around the globe, strongly indicate the risk of exposure to COVID-19 is reduced when close indoor contact is managed carefully, contact time is limited and individuals are vaccinated. With this in mind, the following decisions have been made by the Executive Board of International Chapter:

• All P.E.O. meetings and gatherings should follow local area health authority and government instructions for physical distancing, congregating and other related actions recommended to reduce the risk of exposure to the virus during in-person meetings or gatherings.
• Respect each sister’s individual comfort level and well-being when meeting or gathering in person. An updated personal Self-Check form is available on the P.E.O. International member website for each sister considering if she should attend a meeting or gathering in person.
• No member may be asked about her vaccination status nor is a member required to be vaccinated to attend an in-person P.E.O. meeting or gathering.
• Provided that chapters are following local area health authority and government instructions, a chapter may decide (with input from all chapter members) that masks are optional. Any member may continue to wear a face covering or mask as her choice.
• Food and beverages may be served.
• Programs, including those given by outside speakers, may be given.
• Program speakers and guests must observe proper protocol and follow current local area health authority and government instructions.
• When selecting in-person meeting or gathering venues, careful consideration of the meeting space should be given. If possible, have windows open for increased fresh air and position chairs at physical distancing recommendation.
• Due to the continued concern of aerosolization, no singing or group recitation is allowed at indoor venues. Singing and group recitation is allowed at outdoor venues.​

Every emergency decision made by the Executive Board of International Chapter prioritizes the health and welfare of our sisters and their families.
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Find all COVID-19 resources, including an updated Overarching Guidance for P.E.O. Gatherings document and updated FAQ document, at https://members.peointernational.org/COVID-19.