Being part of an Ilé is a spiritual, communal, and ancestral commitment. The following guidelines help maintain harmony, growth, and accountability within the house.

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1. Spiritual Commitment
• Attend and participate in regular ceremonies and spiritual work (e.g., Itadogun, Ebó, offerings, prayers)
• Stay aligned with your personal spiritual responsibilities (e.g., Orí work, assigned Orisha care, taboos)
• Uphold the values and traditions passed down by the elders and ancestors

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2. Attendance and Participation
• Attend in-person Ilé gatherings a minimum of 3 times per year (dates designated by leadership)
• Attend Ilé classes, workshops, and spiritual development sessions (online or in person as offered)
• Complete lessons, assignments, and activities to stay spiritually engaged
• Be consistent in showing up — absence without communication is considered non-active

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3. Communication and Group Presence
• Greet the group chat at least once a day, especially if you are active on social media
• Stay informed via Ilé communication channels (chat, email, text, etc.)
• Notify leadership in advance if you’ll be unavailable for events or group check-ins

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4. Financial Responsibilities
• Pay membership dues and fees in a timely manner (monthly, quarterly, or as determined)
• Contribute as needed to group rituals, elder support, or travel expenses
• Communicate with leadership if you are experiencing financial hardship — silence is not an excuse

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5. Respect for Elders and Structure
• Follow instructions and guidance from the Babaláwo/Iyánífá, Oluwo, Iyalorisha/Babalorisha, and senior members
• Show respect to elders and fellow members, especially during ritual and teaching moments
• Do not seek outside spiritual work or initiations without discussing it with your Ilé’s leadership

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6. Community Involvement
• Support your spiritual siblings and the Ilé as a whole in a consistent and respectful way
• Participation in temple committees requires you to be on track spiritually and in alignment with your personal obligations (including classes, gatherings, group activity, and ebó)
• If you fall off track, you will be asked to step down for a 6-month period before re-engaging in committee work
• You cannot lead people if you aren’t doing what you’re supposed to be doing on your own mat

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7. Personal and Ethical Conduct
• Uphold integrity, honesty, and respect in all dealings within and outside of the Ilé
• Refrain from gossip, negativity, or conflict within the community
• Represent the Ilé honorably on social media and in public — you are a reflection of the house

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8. Continual Learning and Growth
• Study your Odu and spiritual lineage with sincerity and humility
• Ask questions respectfully and accept correction when needed
• Share your growth, but never claim titles or roles that have not been officially conferred

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⚠ Non-Active Status

Members who do not meet minimum participation — including missing all three required in-person gatherings, failure to pay dues, no communication, or not showing up in the group chat — may be marked as non-active and may lose access to community support and spiritual services.