Board pledge "We did not solicit office"

This criterion assesses whether the organization's board members collectively make an annual public pledge affirming that they did not seek or campaign for their positions. It evaluates the commitment to servant leadership by reinforcing the Islamic principle that leadership (Wilayah) is a responsibility (Taklīf) rather than a privilege (Tashrīf). "Solicit/campaigning" includes canvassing for votes, offering inducements, coordinated vote drives, paid promotion, undue use of organizational resources, or pressuring nominators. This is distinct from CC9 'political campaigning'; this concerns internal governance. Where bylaws mandate elections, the pledge is adapted (Election Variant) to prohibit improper canvassing/inducements while permitting equal, official candidate statements. Transparency applies to the pledge and process—not to confidential allegation details.