The document provides information and guidance for NAACP units. It outlines the vision, mission, organizational structure, and requirements for proper functioning of units. Key points include that the NAACP's mission is to ensure political, educational, social, and economic equality for all persons and eliminate racial hatred and discrimination. It also describes the duties of officers, requirements for compliance like regular meetings and financial reporting, and guidelines for standing committees.
Australia has a parliamentary democracy form of government where Queen Elizabeth II is the official head of state, though represented locally by a governor-general. The Commonwealth of Australia was formed in 1901 when six British colonies agreed to unite under a single constitution. Australia remains connected to Great Britain through being part of the Commonwealth but is now self-governing. Power is shared between federal and state governments, with states retaining control over most issues like healthcare, education, transportation and law enforcement.
Congressional committees in the House and Senate divide up work and decide which bills move forward. There are four types of committees: standing committees that specialize in topics and are permanent; select committees that study specific temporary issues; joint committees with members from both chambers that conduct studies but not legislation; and conference committees that resolve differences between versions of the same bill passed by each chamber. Committee chairs make key decisions and assignments within limits, and members can request placement on certain committees.
The document summarizes several key battles and events of the American Revolutionary War. It describes Lexington and Concord where colonial militias surprised the British troops. It also discusses the Battle of Bunker Hill, where both sides claimed victory. Later, the document outlines the British capture of New York City and the American victory at Trenton. It then discusses the British taking of Philadelphia and the important American victory at Saratoga. The document notes the hardships faced by soldiers, members of Congress, and civilians during the war. It highlights the roles of Friedrich von Steuben in training the Continental Army and the Marquis de Lafayette in securing French support. Finally, it summarizes the decisive American-French victory at York
The document discusses the concept of federalism in the US government. It describes how federalism is established in the US Constitution through the separation and sharing of powers between the federal and state governments. It outlines the major powers granted to each level of government, and how federalism has evolved over time from a stricter separation of powers to a more cooperative relationship between federal and state authorities. Both advantages and criticisms of federalism are presented.
1. The document outlines key events in the 19th century expansion of United States territory through various means such as purchases, negotiations, and war.
2. It describes the Louisiana Purchase which doubled the size of the US, the annexation of Texas, and the Oregon Treaty which established the US-Canada border.
3. It also discusses the Mexican-American War and the subsequent Mexican Cession which transferred large parts of the modern-day western US to American control.
- Illinois was established as a state on August 26, 1818 after being carved out of the Northwest Territory, with Kaskaskia as its first capital. The capital later moved to Vandalia in 1820 and Springfield in 1839.
- The executive branch is led by 6 officers including the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, Comptroller, and Treasurer, who all serve 4-year terms.
- The legislative branch is made up of the 118-member House of Representatives and the 59-member Senate. Representatives serve 2-year terms and senators serve either 4- or 2-year terms depending on their election cycle rotation.
The document outlines the key differences between Federalists and Anti-Federalists during the debate over ratifying the US Constitution. Anti-Federalists opposed ratifying the Constitution as written and argued that the new national government would be too large and distant, could grow into a tyranny, and gave too much power to the central government and executive branch. Federalists supported ratifying the Constitution and countered that a central government with checks and balances could effectively govern the large nation and would not become a tyranny due to the separation of powers between branches of government.
Australia has a parliamentary democracy form of government where Queen Elizabeth II is the official head of state, though represented locally by a governor-general. The Commonwealth of Australia was formed in 1901 when six British colonies agreed to unite under a single constitution. Australia remains connected to Great Britain through being part of the Commonwealth but is now self-governing. Power is shared between federal and state governments, with states retaining control over most issues like healthcare, education, transportation and law enforcement.
Congressional committees in the House and Senate divide up work and decide which bills move forward. There are four types of committees: standing committees that specialize in topics and are permanent; select committees that study specific temporary issues; joint committees with members from both chambers that conduct studies but not legislation; and conference committees that resolve differences between versions of the same bill passed by each chamber. Committee chairs make key decisions and assignments within limits, and members can request placement on certain committees.
The document summarizes several key battles and events of the American Revolutionary War. It describes Lexington and Concord where colonial militias surprised the British troops. It also discusses the Battle of Bunker Hill, where both sides claimed victory. Later, the document outlines the British capture of New York City and the American victory at Trenton. It then discusses the British taking of Philadelphia and the important American victory at Saratoga. The document notes the hardships faced by soldiers, members of Congress, and civilians during the war. It highlights the roles of Friedrich von Steuben in training the Continental Army and the Marquis de Lafayette in securing French support. Finally, it summarizes the decisive American-French victory at York
The document discusses the concept of federalism in the US government. It describes how federalism is established in the US Constitution through the separation and sharing of powers between the federal and state governments. It outlines the major powers granted to each level of government, and how federalism has evolved over time from a stricter separation of powers to a more cooperative relationship between federal and state authorities. Both advantages and criticisms of federalism are presented.
1. The document outlines key events in the 19th century expansion of United States territory through various means such as purchases, negotiations, and war.
2. It describes the Louisiana Purchase which doubled the size of the US, the annexation of Texas, and the Oregon Treaty which established the US-Canada border.
3. It also discusses the Mexican-American War and the subsequent Mexican Cession which transferred large parts of the modern-day western US to American control.
- Illinois was established as a state on August 26, 1818 after being carved out of the Northwest Territory, with Kaskaskia as its first capital. The capital later moved to Vandalia in 1820 and Springfield in 1839.
- The executive branch is led by 6 officers including the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, Comptroller, and Treasurer, who all serve 4-year terms.
- The legislative branch is made up of the 118-member House of Representatives and the 59-member Senate. Representatives serve 2-year terms and senators serve either 4- or 2-year terms depending on their election cycle rotation.
The document outlines the key differences between Federalists and Anti-Federalists during the debate over ratifying the US Constitution. Anti-Federalists opposed ratifying the Constitution as written and argued that the new national government would be too large and distant, could grow into a tyranny, and gave too much power to the central government and executive branch. Federalists supported ratifying the Constitution and countered that a central government with checks and balances could effectively govern the large nation and would not become a tyranny due to the separation of powers between branches of government.
The document provides background information on the American political system, including key events like the Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, and the writing of the US Constitution. It then summarizes the main principles and structure of the Constitution, outlining the separation of powers and checks and balances between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches as defined in Articles I-III. The summary also notes that James Madison is considered the key author and discusses reasons like weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation that led to the writing of the new Constitution.
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The document provides an overview of the structure and functions of the United States Congress, including:
1) Congress is made up of two houses, the House of Representatives and the Senate, for historical, practical, and theoretical reasons.
2) The House has 435 members who serve 2-year terms. The Senate has 100 members, with 2 senators from each state who serve 6-year terms.
3) As legislators, members of Congress represent constituents, oversee government agencies, and introduce and vote on proposed laws and legislation.
The document discusses U.S.-China strategic relations and tensions over Taiwan. It summarizes a Pentagon report on China's growing military capabilities and China's protests against the report. It also discusses Vice President Biden's recent visit to China to boost relations and reassure China on economic issues. However, tensions remain over Taiwan, which the U.S. is legally obligated to aid defensively, despite China's stance that Taiwan is part of China.
The document summarizes the centre-state financial relationship in India as established by the constitution. It outlines that the constitution divides taxing powers between the central and state governments. The central government has exclusive powers to levy taxes on items in the union list like customs duty and corporation tax. States have exclusive powers to tax items in the state list like land revenue and sales tax. A Finance Commission is appointed every five years to advise on distributing tax revenues between the central and state governments and granting funds to states. The current system makes states financially dependent on the central government.
The document provides an overview of the federal court system in the United States. It discusses the structure and jurisdiction of the different levels of federal courts, including:
- District courts, which are the federal trial courts that handle around 80% of federal cases. There are 94 district courts serving the 50 states and U.S. territories.
- Courts of appeals, of which there are 13, that hear appeals from district courts and special courts.
- The Court of International Trade, which tries civil cases related to U.S. trade laws.
It also outlines the roles of judges, magistrates, U.S. attorneys, and other court officers in the federal court system.
The document provides an overview of key features of the Constitution of India. It notes that the constitution was drafted by the Constituent Assembly and came into effect on January 26, 1950. Some key aspects summarized are that it establishes India as a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic with a parliamentary system of government. It also guarantees fundamental rights and establishes an independent judiciary with the power of judicial review. The constitution draws from various foreign models and has been amended over 100 times to date.
I use a flip chart for the 7 Principles that the kids make and can take notes on. There are diagrams on some of the slides too. Definitions are included on every slide along with examples of each principle.
The document outlines several key weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, including that it provided for a weak national government with no power to tax or regulate commerce. Additionally, it did not establish a common currency or separate executive and judicial branches. Each state also had an equal vote regardless of population size.
The document provides an overview of Chapter 4 of Magruder's American Government, which covers the topic of federalism. It includes 3 sections: Section 1 discusses federalism and the division of power between the national and state governments. Section 2 covers the relationship between the national government and the 50 states, including state admission and areas of cooperation. Section 3 examines interstate relations through interstate compacts, full faith and credit, extradition, and privileges and immunities.
features of parliamentary form of government are described in this ppt in the simplest manner I can and this is for educational purposes .while making ppt I took help from various books and websites but the most profound material source is Indian polity by M laxmikanth .
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was a Pakistani politician who served as the 9th Prime Minister of Pakistan from 1973 to 1977. Some key points about Bhutto:
- He was born into an influential Sindhi family in 1928 and studied political science and law in the United States and United Kingdom.
- Bhutto held several cabinet positions early in his career, including Foreign Minister under President Ayub Khan. He grew disillusioned with Ayub and founded the Pakistan People's Party in 1967.
- After leading the PPP to victory in 1970 elections, Bhutto served as President and then as Prime Minister after Pakistan's first constitution in 1973.
- Bhutto pursued socialist and nationalist policies but was over
The document discusses the concept and history of federalism in the United States. It defines federalism as a system that divides power between a central government and smaller governmental units. It then outlines how federalism is embodied in the US Constitution through the Supremacy Clause, Article I Section 8, and the 10th Amendment. The document also discusses the advantages of federalism, like meeting diverse needs and allowing for innovation, and disadvantages like lack of national standards. It examines how federalism both promotes and hinders democracy. Finally, it traces the evolution of federalism in the US from dual federalism to cooperative federalism to creative federalism through increased federal spending and grant programs to states.
The federal court system is established by Article III of the Constitution. The federal courts have jurisdiction over cases involving the Constitution, federal law, disputes between states or citizens of different states, and disputes involving foreign governments. The lower federal courts include district courts and courts of appeals. District courts handle most cases and have original jurisdiction, while courts of appeals only hear appeals from lower courts. The highest court is the Supreme Court, which has the power of judicial review to determine the constitutionality of laws and final authority on interpreting the Constitution.
The document discusses the history of tensions in the Taiwan Strait and different policy options for the US regarding Taiwan. It outlines three Taiwan Strait crises from 1954-1996 when China fired missiles near Taiwan in response to Taiwan moving away from the One-China policy. The document then presents three potential solutions or recommendations for US policy: 1) specify in advance a commitment to defend Taiwan, 2) declare punishment for any actor upsetting the status quo, or 3) continue strategic ambiguity to prevent provocation while preserving the status quo. The author does not make a clear recommendation.
Between 1801 and 1861, the United States underwent vast territorial expansion through the Louisiana Purchase which doubled the country's size, the acquisition of Florida from Spain, the addition of Texas after it became an independent republic, dividing the Oregon Territory with Britain, and gaining California and the Southwest Territory after the Mexican-American War.
The USSR was a socialist state that existed from 1922 to 1991, made up of 15 Soviet republics. It was established after the Russian Empire was overthrown in 1917. During World War II, the USSR helped the Allies with soldiers, artillery, and airplanes against Germany and its allies. After WWII, the USSR and US entered the Cold War period of global political and economic tension. In the late 1980s, the USSR experienced an economic crisis and the republics began declaring independence. In 1991, Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus signed an agreement dissolving the Soviet Union, officially ending its existence.
The document summarizes the Reconstruction period after the American Civil War. It describes how the South was devastated after the war and needed to be rebuilt. Reconstruction involved reunifying the nation, establishing the Freedmen's Bureau to help former slaves, and readmitting Confederate states to the Union. However, Southern states passed Black Codes limiting black freedoms, and the Ku Klux Klan emerged targeting blacks and Republicans. Disagreements over Reconstruction policies led to the impeachment of President Johnson. Segregation and Jim Crow laws later enforced racial separation until being outlawed in the 1960s after the Civil Rights Movement.
The Legislative Branch - How Congress is OrganizedStephen Veliz
The document discusses the organization and structure of the United States Congress. It is divided into two chambers, the Senate and House of Representatives. The Senate has 100 members with two seats per state and longer terms, while the House has 435 members allocated among the states based on population and shorter terms. Each chamber is further divided into majority and minority parties that elect leadership positions like Speaker of the House and Majority Leader. Congress also utilizes committees to handle specialized work.
This document outlines the constitution and bylaws of the College Chapter of the NAACP at the University of Louisville. It establishes the name of the organization, its purpose of advancing racial equality and justice, and outlines membership requirements and procedures for meetings and governance. Key aspects include establishing the chapter as an affiliate of the national NAACP organization, defining regular membership as University of Louisville students who pay annual dues, and setting guidelines for executive committee meetings, annual meetings, and quorums.
The Gender Equity Club at the University of Washington Bothell is dedicated to advocating for a safe, comfortable community that promotes gender equity for all. The club aims to do this through educational events like films, lectures and activities that nurture individual and family wellness. Membership is open to all students in accordance with university non-discrimination policy. The club holds monthly meetings and officers are elected each spring to roles like President, Vice President and Secretary. Amendments to the constitution require a one-week discussion period and approval by two-thirds of members.
The document provides background information on the American political system, including key events like the Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, and the writing of the US Constitution. It then summarizes the main principles and structure of the Constitution, outlining the separation of powers and checks and balances between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches as defined in Articles I-III. The summary also notes that James Madison is considered the key author and discusses reasons like weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation that led to the writing of the new Constitution.
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The document provides an overview of the structure and functions of the United States Congress, including:
1) Congress is made up of two houses, the House of Representatives and the Senate, for historical, practical, and theoretical reasons.
2) The House has 435 members who serve 2-year terms. The Senate has 100 members, with 2 senators from each state who serve 6-year terms.
3) As legislators, members of Congress represent constituents, oversee government agencies, and introduce and vote on proposed laws and legislation.
The document discusses U.S.-China strategic relations and tensions over Taiwan. It summarizes a Pentagon report on China's growing military capabilities and China's protests against the report. It also discusses Vice President Biden's recent visit to China to boost relations and reassure China on economic issues. However, tensions remain over Taiwan, which the U.S. is legally obligated to aid defensively, despite China's stance that Taiwan is part of China.
The document summarizes the centre-state financial relationship in India as established by the constitution. It outlines that the constitution divides taxing powers between the central and state governments. The central government has exclusive powers to levy taxes on items in the union list like customs duty and corporation tax. States have exclusive powers to tax items in the state list like land revenue and sales tax. A Finance Commission is appointed every five years to advise on distributing tax revenues between the central and state governments and granting funds to states. The current system makes states financially dependent on the central government.
The document provides an overview of the federal court system in the United States. It discusses the structure and jurisdiction of the different levels of federal courts, including:
- District courts, which are the federal trial courts that handle around 80% of federal cases. There are 94 district courts serving the 50 states and U.S. territories.
- Courts of appeals, of which there are 13, that hear appeals from district courts and special courts.
- The Court of International Trade, which tries civil cases related to U.S. trade laws.
It also outlines the roles of judges, magistrates, U.S. attorneys, and other court officers in the federal court system.
The document provides an overview of key features of the Constitution of India. It notes that the constitution was drafted by the Constituent Assembly and came into effect on January 26, 1950. Some key aspects summarized are that it establishes India as a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic with a parliamentary system of government. It also guarantees fundamental rights and establishes an independent judiciary with the power of judicial review. The constitution draws from various foreign models and has been amended over 100 times to date.
I use a flip chart for the 7 Principles that the kids make and can take notes on. There are diagrams on some of the slides too. Definitions are included on every slide along with examples of each principle.
The document outlines several key weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, including that it provided for a weak national government with no power to tax or regulate commerce. Additionally, it did not establish a common currency or separate executive and judicial branches. Each state also had an equal vote regardless of population size.
The document provides an overview of Chapter 4 of Magruder's American Government, which covers the topic of federalism. It includes 3 sections: Section 1 discusses federalism and the division of power between the national and state governments. Section 2 covers the relationship between the national government and the 50 states, including state admission and areas of cooperation. Section 3 examines interstate relations through interstate compacts, full faith and credit, extradition, and privileges and immunities.
features of parliamentary form of government are described in this ppt in the simplest manner I can and this is for educational purposes .while making ppt I took help from various books and websites but the most profound material source is Indian polity by M laxmikanth .
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was a Pakistani politician who served as the 9th Prime Minister of Pakistan from 1973 to 1977. Some key points about Bhutto:
- He was born into an influential Sindhi family in 1928 and studied political science and law in the United States and United Kingdom.
- Bhutto held several cabinet positions early in his career, including Foreign Minister under President Ayub Khan. He grew disillusioned with Ayub and founded the Pakistan People's Party in 1967.
- After leading the PPP to victory in 1970 elections, Bhutto served as President and then as Prime Minister after Pakistan's first constitution in 1973.
- Bhutto pursued socialist and nationalist policies but was over
The document discusses the concept and history of federalism in the United States. It defines federalism as a system that divides power between a central government and smaller governmental units. It then outlines how federalism is embodied in the US Constitution through the Supremacy Clause, Article I Section 8, and the 10th Amendment. The document also discusses the advantages of federalism, like meeting diverse needs and allowing for innovation, and disadvantages like lack of national standards. It examines how federalism both promotes and hinders democracy. Finally, it traces the evolution of federalism in the US from dual federalism to cooperative federalism to creative federalism through increased federal spending and grant programs to states.
The federal court system is established by Article III of the Constitution. The federal courts have jurisdiction over cases involving the Constitution, federal law, disputes between states or citizens of different states, and disputes involving foreign governments. The lower federal courts include district courts and courts of appeals. District courts handle most cases and have original jurisdiction, while courts of appeals only hear appeals from lower courts. The highest court is the Supreme Court, which has the power of judicial review to determine the constitutionality of laws and final authority on interpreting the Constitution.
The document discusses the history of tensions in the Taiwan Strait and different policy options for the US regarding Taiwan. It outlines three Taiwan Strait crises from 1954-1996 when China fired missiles near Taiwan in response to Taiwan moving away from the One-China policy. The document then presents three potential solutions or recommendations for US policy: 1) specify in advance a commitment to defend Taiwan, 2) declare punishment for any actor upsetting the status quo, or 3) continue strategic ambiguity to prevent provocation while preserving the status quo. The author does not make a clear recommendation.
Between 1801 and 1861, the United States underwent vast territorial expansion through the Louisiana Purchase which doubled the country's size, the acquisition of Florida from Spain, the addition of Texas after it became an independent republic, dividing the Oregon Territory with Britain, and gaining California and the Southwest Territory after the Mexican-American War.
The USSR was a socialist state that existed from 1922 to 1991, made up of 15 Soviet republics. It was established after the Russian Empire was overthrown in 1917. During World War II, the USSR helped the Allies with soldiers, artillery, and airplanes against Germany and its allies. After WWII, the USSR and US entered the Cold War period of global political and economic tension. In the late 1980s, the USSR experienced an economic crisis and the republics began declaring independence. In 1991, Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus signed an agreement dissolving the Soviet Union, officially ending its existence.
The document summarizes the Reconstruction period after the American Civil War. It describes how the South was devastated after the war and needed to be rebuilt. Reconstruction involved reunifying the nation, establishing the Freedmen's Bureau to help former slaves, and readmitting Confederate states to the Union. However, Southern states passed Black Codes limiting black freedoms, and the Ku Klux Klan emerged targeting blacks and Republicans. Disagreements over Reconstruction policies led to the impeachment of President Johnson. Segregation and Jim Crow laws later enforced racial separation until being outlawed in the 1960s after the Civil Rights Movement.
The Legislative Branch - How Congress is OrganizedStephen Veliz
The document discusses the organization and structure of the United States Congress. It is divided into two chambers, the Senate and House of Representatives. The Senate has 100 members with two seats per state and longer terms, while the House has 435 members allocated among the states based on population and shorter terms. Each chamber is further divided into majority and minority parties that elect leadership positions like Speaker of the House and Majority Leader. Congress also utilizes committees to handle specialized work.
This document outlines the constitution and bylaws of the College Chapter of the NAACP at the University of Louisville. It establishes the name of the organization, its purpose of advancing racial equality and justice, and outlines membership requirements and procedures for meetings and governance. Key aspects include establishing the chapter as an affiliate of the national NAACP organization, defining regular membership as University of Louisville students who pay annual dues, and setting guidelines for executive committee meetings, annual meetings, and quorums.
The Gender Equity Club at the University of Washington Bothell is dedicated to advocating for a safe, comfortable community that promotes gender equity for all. The club aims to do this through educational events like films, lectures and activities that nurture individual and family wellness. Membership is open to all students in accordance with university non-discrimination policy. The club holds monthly meetings and officers are elected each spring to roles like President, Vice President and Secretary. Amendments to the constitution require a one-week discussion period and approval by two-thirds of members.
This document outlines the constitution for the Economics and Social Science Club of Kennesaw State University. It establishes the club's name, purpose of promoting cultural and academic exchange, membership as undergraduate students, elected officer positions and their duties, requirements for meetings and voting, processes for officer replacement and amendments, and policies regarding nondiscrimination, anti-hazing, and agreement to follow university rules. It also provides meeting dates for the Student Activities Budget Advisory Committee.
This is the national standard bylaws for HonorSociety.org chapters, and serves as the template for new chapters. Individual chapters may have amended bylaws that differ. This sample document may be downloaded and used for standard chapter bylaws of an HonorSociety.org chapter. Please see your chapter's specific bylaws, if applicable, for more information.
This document provides an overview and introduction to Region VI, including:
- A brief history of students' rights movements in California that led to the formation of regional groups like Region VI.
- An introduction to Region VI's governing documents and principles, which establish it as a confederation of colleges that aims to represent students in a fair and equitable way.
- Job descriptions and responsibilities for Region VI's officer roles like Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and Regional Senators.
- Expectations and guidelines for Region VI's college delegates, committees, meeting practices, and agenda posting policies.
The document serves to educate new members on the purpose and structure of Region VI as a student
Gales creek chamber of commerce by laws- final draftChasmania
The document outlines the bylaws of the Gales Creek Chamber of Commerce. It establishes the organization as a non-profit corporation serving the Gales Creek area of Oregon. The mission is to support local businesses and promote community. Membership is open to businesses and individuals, who can participate but not vote if an associate member. The bylaws define officers, committees, finances, amendments, and dissolution of the organization.
Presentation of cdm statutes, structure and protocolsmuss_lidasan
The document outlines the statutes of the Centrist Democratic Movement Federation of the Philippines. It describes 12 articles that establish the organization, including its nature, mission, objectives, activities, membership, regional and local structures, national bodies, finances, and provisions for exit/dissolution. It provides details on membership, including qualifications, rights, obligations, and grounds for expulsion. It also describes the regional and local organizational structures, including regional councils, assemblies, and district-level councils and assemblies.
The Friends of the Mohawk Towpath Scenic Byway, Inc. is a non-profit organization established to support the Mohawk Towpath Scenic Byway. The bylaws establish the organization's name, purpose of increasing awareness and use of the byway, and define membership, officer roles, board of directors, committees and indemnification. Key aspects include requirements for quarterly member meetings, annual election of four officers and up to five board members, establishment of an executive and finance committee, and provision of indemnification for officers and directors.
This document outlines the bylaws of the nonprofit organization Birth Mom Missions. The summary includes:
1) The organization is established to provide charitable services and raise funds to support educational activities in the community.
2) Membership in the organization is open to anyone who agrees to uphold its policies and bylaws. The bylaws establish an annual membership drive and dues.
3) A Board of Directors will manage the organization, comprised of members in good standing. Officers including a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer are elected to one-year terms.
3) Standing committees are established for nominations, fundraising, membership, and scholarships. The bylaws can be amended by majority vote
This document outlines the bylaws of Birth Mom Missions, a nonprofit organization. The bylaws establish the organization's name, purposes of supporting pregnant mothers and newborns, nonprofit status, membership terms, and director roles and responsibilities including the president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer positions.
The document is the constitution and by-laws of the ERUDITE PIONEERS '22 Senior Citizens Association of Southville 3A Extension. It establishes the objectives of the association to be motivating friendship and cooperation among senior citizens and helping protect their rights and welfare. It outlines the officers of the association including the president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer. It also describes the roles and responsibilities of each officer. The document provides details on membership fees, elections, meetings, committees, and establishes the order of business for meetings.
This document provides training materials for council delegates of the Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio Council. It describes the differences between governance and operations, the organizational structure of the council including regions and roles, responsibilities of delegates including attending the annual meeting, and an overview of parliamentary procedure used at the annual meeting. The annual meeting agenda includes a bylaws change to specify holding the meeting once per fiscal year rather than mandating October.
The document provides information and guidance for newly elected International Council Members (ICMs) of Y's Men International. It outlines:
- The responsibilities and roles of ICMs, including representing their Area and promoting Y's Men internationally.
- Details about the structure and functions of the International Council, such as its legislative powers, membership structure, and role in setting budgets and policies.
- Qualifications for ICMs including communication skills, leadership experience, understanding of YMCA programs, and ability to think globally.
- Procedures for International Council Meetings, including quorum rules, use of Robert's Rules of Order, and requirements for motions and voting.
- Resources for ICM
The document is the constitution for the Men & Women's Tennis Club at Coastal Carolina University. It outlines the purpose, membership requirements, officer positions and duties, election process, meetings, finances, and amendments process for the club. Key details include that the club aims to provide structured tennis practice and compete against other clubs, membership is open to all CCU students, officers must have a 2.5 GPA and not be freshmen, and dues are $80 per year or $40 per semester.
This document outlines the bylaws of the Empowerment Congress North Area Neighborhood Development Council (EC NANDC). It establishes the council's boundaries, stakeholder definition, governing board composition and duties, procedures for filling vacancies and removing board members, community outreach requirements, and officer positions and duties. Key aspects include a 22-member board with elected and appointed positions, requirements for board members to attend meetings and participate in committees, and processes for addressing absences or removing board members.
This document outlines the bylaws of the Rotary Club of Southwest 59 Sunrise, last amended on March 9, 2011. It details the club's board of directors and officers, election procedures, duties of officers, meeting procedures, financial processes, and member selection process. Key points include that the board will consist of the president, immediate past president, president-elect, vice president, secretary, treasurer, sergeant-at-arms, and up to 6 additional directors. Officers and directors are elected annually. The club meets weekly on Wednesdays at 7:00 AM and has standing committees on membership, public image, administration, service projects, and The Rotary Foundation, among others.
The document outlines the bylaws for the IASA Chile chapter. It establishes the chapter's name, purpose, and mission which is to contribute to software architecture development in Chile and provide resources and networking for members. It details membership qualifications and duties of board officers. The bylaws also describe financial processes, meeting guidelines, and establishes standing committees to oversee nominations, membership, publications, education programs, and bylaws.
The Vietnamese Student Association (VSA) was established to promote Vietnamese culture at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The constitution outlines the election process for officers, including self-nominations and majority voting. It defines the roles and responsibilities of the seven officer positions - President, Vice President, Secretary, Public Relations, Treasurer, Historian, and Event Coordinator. The constitution also establishes rules for membership, meetings, impeachment and resignations of officers, and amending the constitution.
The document contains the by-laws of the Rotary Club of San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. It outlines the procedures for electing officers and directors on an annual basis. It describes the duties of the president, president-elect, vice president, secretary, treasurer, and sergeant-at-arms. It also discusses board of director meetings, club meetings, membership fees and dues, voting methods, committees, finances, the process for electing new members, continuing resolutions, and amendments to the by-laws. The by-laws were last approved by the club's membership in month date, 2011.
This document summarizes the constitution and bylaws of the Art Alliance student organization at Palm Beach State College. The constitution outlines the organization's mission, membership requirements, officer roles and responsibilities, financial procedures, elections process, meeting guidelines, sponsored trips and activities, and advisor role. The bylaws further define the duties of officers, selection and impeachment processes, and advisor duties. Key details include requirements for full vs. associate membership, responsibilities of the president, vice president, secretary, activities coordinator and public relations officer, funding discounts for members, and procedures for nominating and impeaching officers.
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2. TRAINING CONTENT
• Charge for Units
• Vision & Mission
• National Office
• Officer Duties
• Parliamentary Procedures
• Advocacy
3. CHARGE FOR NAACP UNITS
The NAACP must be so strong in numbers
and so effective in method that no one –
no Mayor of any city, no Governor of any
State, no Congressman of any party, no
President of the United States and no
Foreign Ambassador will dare to commit
any indignity against people of color
without realizing the NAACP will challenge
them on the platform, in the press, in the
courts, in the streets and at the ballot box.
Author Unknown
4. VISION STATEMENT
• The vision of the National Association
for the Advancement of Colored
People is to ensure a society in which
all individuals have equal rights and
there is no racial hatred or racial
discrimination.
5. MISSION STATEMENT
• The mission of the National
Association for the Advancement of
Colored People is to ensure the
political, educational, social and
economic equality of rights for all
persons and to eliminate racial
hatred and racial discrimination.
8. NAACP: MANAGEMENT
• The management and governance of the NAACP
is vested in the National Board of Directors.
• The Board of Directors has full power and authority
to:
– Establish all major administrative and other policies
governing the affairs of the NAACP
– Designate and/or elect all officers of the NAACP
– Fill all vacancies in the offices of the Association and
unexpired terms of the Board of Directors as
specified in the NAACP Constitution (ref: NAACP
Constitution— Article V Section 7)
– Acquire, own, manage, invest, and dispose of
property, both real and personal, stock, certificates
and securities or otherwise, in the name of the
Association
9. NAACP: MANAGEMENT
(cont’d.)
• The Board of Directors has full power and
authority to:
– Create Standing Committees as prescribed in the
NAACP Constitution (ref: NAACP Constitution—
Article VIII)
– Create and dissolve such special committees of the
Board of Directors as it considers advisable to carry
out the purposes of the Association
– Create from time to time such regions, divisions,
departments, or bureaus of the Association as it
may deem advisable to carry out the objectives of
the Association
– Establish such Units of the Association in such
places and under such conditions as it sees fit.
10. NATIONAL OFFICE CHARGE
• Coordinate the work of all NAACP Units in
support of the Association’s mission.
• Provide general support for the work of the
Units in the form of technical assistance and
limited legal assistance.
• Ensure that information on the work of local
Units is disseminated to the general public
through the NAACP website, Crisis magazine
and other communication vehicles.
• Coordinate national membership campaigns
and ensure the efficient processing of
membership reports from Units
• Mobilize Units around the Association’s
programmatic and federal legislative priorities
through the Washington Bureau.
11. NAACP: REGIONS
• The NAACP is divided into seven (7)
geographical regions for the purpose of
electing representatives to the Board of
Directors and to various committees of
the Annual Convention
13. STATE/STATE AREA CONFERENCE
• Name: Virginia State/State-Area
Conference of the NAACP
• Each State/State-Area Conference
shall have a Youth and College
Division.
• Name: Virginia State Conference of the
NAACP Youth & College Division
Article 1, Section 1 Bylaws for Units
14. STATE AREA CONFERENCE: OBJECTIVE
• Stimulate
Non-compliant units
• Lack prerequisite members
• Failed to file yearend financial reports
• Failed to pay assessments
• Revive
Non-functioning Units
Article II, Section 1(b)
15. STATE YOUTH & COLLEGE DIVISION
• All units must be in good standing with there
State/State Area Conference.
• File reports (quarterly reports)
• Pay state assessment ($100 annually)
• Attend quarterly meetings
• All Youth Councils and College Chapters shall
be part of State/State Youth & College Division
• There is only 1 State/State Area Conference
Article IV, Section 3
Bylaws for Units
16. REVIVE NON-FUNCTIONING UNITS
• Failure to hold monthly meetings (per Article V,
Section 1)
• No functioning Standing Committees, the work
of the NAACP is accomplished through its
committees (a standing committee shall have
no less than 3 members and meet monthly, per
Article V, Section 7)
• Failure to attend State/State-Area Conference
Quarterly meetings (per Article I, Section 2[d])
• Failure to provide quarterly written reports, (per
Article X, Section 1)
17. Cycle of Success
• We are stronger
when we pass on
that which we have
learned to the next
generation!
• VaYCD aims to
ensure our
members are apart
of the “Cycle of
Success” and
move on to bigger,
and greater things.
19. UNIT COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
• A College Chapter is required to:
– Maintain a minimum of 25 members
– Pay all annual assessments
• National: $75.00
• State: $100.00
– File an End-of-Year Financial Report
• Copy with Original Signatures Submit to National
Office
• Copies: State Office, and College Chapter
– Attend State Conference meetings/conventions
Article III, Section 3 (et al), Bylaws for Units & Article IV, Section 3
20. Record Keeping
• Units shall maintain some type of
financial record keeping system.
• Units shall submit an annual financial
report each year. The due date for
the report is March 1st, which shall
include a copy of the unit’s bank
statements for the entire report year .
• All reports received after March 1st
deadline will be assessed a $100.00
late fee.
• All reports must be signed by both
the current President and Treasurer.
21. UNIT TAX STATUS
• All NAACP Units are 501(c)(4) organizations, only
the National Office is a 501(c)(3) organization.
• They were specifically organized as 501(c)(4) so
that they can:
– (1) seek to increase registration and voting;
– (2) work for the enactment of municipal, state and
federal legislations designed to improve the
educational , political and economic status of
minority groups;
– (3) seek the repeal of racially discriminatory
legislation;
– (4) work to improve the administration of justice;
– (5) work to secure equal enforcement of the law;
– (6) keep the National Office informed of all proposed
legislation which affects minority groups.
22. Unit Meetings
Regular membership meetings for
Branches and Youth Units shall be held
at least once a month. Meetings shall be
held on a fixed day or date of each
month.
Article V, Section 1 Bylaws for Units
23. Unit Annual Meeting
• During the Annual meeting of a unit, a
completed audit report should be given, so
that the financial records can be closed out
for that year.
• “Written notice of the time and place of the
Annual Meeting shall be sent by the
Secretary to each member of the Chapter,
at least seven (7) days in advance of the
date of the Annual Meeting. Notice of the
regular monthly or special meetings shall
be published in the campus publication.”
Article V, Section 4 (et.al.) – page 23
24. POWER TO GO TO SCALE
Duties of Officers
(Article VII of Bylaws for Units)
&
Executive Committee
(Article VIII of Bylaws for Units)
25. Tenure
• Members of the Executive Committee and
standing committees of Branches shall
hold office for two years or until their
successors are elected and qualify.
• Youth Units shall hold office for one year.
Article VIII, Section 9
26. Qualifications of College Chapter
Officers
• “Only members in good standing shall be
eligible to run for office or vote in a
College Chapter election.” – Article VI,
Section 2 (et al)
• To run for office, the candidate must be
a paid member no later than 30
calendar days prior to the date of
elections.
27. Qualifications of College Chapter
Officers ctd.
• To be nominated by the Nominating
Committee, the candidate must be a
paid, “bona-fide” member of the College
Chapter by 12 noon the day of the
meeting that precedes the Annual
Meeting.
• Life Members and Members-at-Large
must be actively affiliated with the
College Chapter at least 30 calendar
days prior to any meeting they are
nominated for office or seek to vote.
Article VI, Section 2 (et al) – page 29
28. Duties of the President
The duties of the President shall be:
◦ Preside at NAACP meetings of the Unit
◦ Serve as Chair of the Executive Committee.
◦ Appoint the Chair and members of all Committees
not otherwise elected by the General Membership.
◦ Between meetings of the Executive Committee and
the NAACP Unit, to exercise general executive
authority on behalf of the NAACP Unit, subject to
ratification by the Executive Committee.
◦ Countersign all checks and properly supported
requisitions for disbursements from the NAACP
Unit Treasury.
Article VII, Section 1 Bylaws for Units
29. Duties of the Vice President
• Perform all the duties of the President in their
absence. In case of more than one Vice
President, the Vice Presidents shall perform
their duties according to their numerical rank.
• In the event of the departure of the President,
the 1st Vice President shall automatically
ascend to the position of President.
Article VII, Section 2
30. Duties of the Secretary
The duties of the Secretary shall be:
To keep full and accurate records of
the proceedings of the NAACP Unit
and of the Executive Committee
To keep a record of all NAACP Unit
members and their dues.
To submit reports to the NAACP Unit
and the Executive Committee at all
regular meetings.
31. Duties of the Secretary
• To give receipts for all membership fees
received and to transmit such fees to the
NAACP Unit Treasurer; to send promptly to the
Association lists of all membership fees
received; and to secure from the Treasurer and
forward to the Association that portion of
membership fees due to the Association within
15 days.
• In conjunction with the President, to sign
requisitions for disbursements from the NAACP
Unit Treasury and to maintain a file of receipts
and disbursements.
Article VII, Section 3
32. Duties of the Treasurer
• Receive all monies
• Promptly deposit
• No money shall be withdrawn from any account
except by check signed by the Treasurer and
countersigned by the President.
• Serve as chief financial officer and chair of the
Finance Committee.
• Remit through the Secretary to the Association
the proportion of membership fees to which, the
Association is entitled, as hereinafter provided,
within fifteen calendar days after their receipt.
• To submit reports to the NAACP Unit and the
Executive Committee at all regular meetings.
• Submit year-end financial reports to the National
Office on or before March 1st.
Article VII, Section 4 Bylaws for Units
33. DUTIES OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY
& ASSISTANT TREASURER
THE DUTIES OF THE ASSISTANT
SECRETARY
Bylaws For Units: Article VII, Section 5
The duties of the Assistant Secretary shall be: To
perform the duties of the Secretary in his/her absence,
unavailability or disability. The Assistant Secretary may
perform specific duties of the Secretary under the
supervision of the Secretary.
The Duties of the Assistant Treasurer
Bylaws For Units: Article VII, Section 6
The duties of the Assistant Treasurer shall be to
perform the duties of the Treasurer in his/her
absence, unavailability or disability. The Assistant
Treasurer may perform specific duties of the
Treasurer under the supervision of the Treasurer.
34. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Elected Officers Committee Chairmen (Appointed)
President Chairman, Membership Committee
Vice President(s) Chairman, Press & Publicity Committee
Secretary Chairman, Programs & Research Committee
Treasurer Chairman, Education Committee
Assistant Secretary Chairman, Employment Committee
Assistant Treasurer Chairman, Political Action Committee
Chairman, Juvenile Justice Committee
Chairman, Health Committee
• The total membership of the Executive Committee cannot
exceed 18 without written authorization of the National Board of
Directors. Any position additions to this list must be in National
Board-approved local bylaws.
• The Faculty Advisor is an ex-officio, non-voting member of the
Executive Committee.
Article VII, Sections 1 & 4 (et al) – page 39, 42
35. Community Service??
• The NAACP was founded as a civil and human
rights organization in 1909. Our strategic focus
is not on community-based service.
• However, we periodically may conduct a
Community Service “Day of Action” to reach out
to those whom we serve.
• Our formula for success should be 5%
community service, 95% litigation and advocacy.
• If your campus requires a Mister and Miss for
Coronation/Homecoming purposes, that is fine.
However, these positions are not voting
positions of the Executive Committee and there
is no standing “Community Service Committee.”
36. DUTIES OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
The Executive Committee shall have general
control of the affairs and program of the Unit,
subject to the authority of the Unit and the
provisions of the Constitution and approved
bylaws.
The Executive Committee shall render a report,
containing the reports of all standing and special
committees, at the regular meetings of the Unit.
At its first meeting following the election, and at
any time during the term of office, the Executive
Committee shall approve the Unit President's
appointments of Chairpersons of the various
Standing Committees as presented by the
President.
Article VIII, Section 2 Bylaws for Units
37. REMOVAL OF OFFICERS
• For any officers who shall be absent from three (3)
consecutive meetings without notice or explanation to
the Secretary or President, or
• Who shall not perform the required duties for three (3)
consecutive months, or
• Who shall be absent from any six (6) meetings with or
without notice in a twelve month period, the National
Office is to be notified by the Secretary by way of a
petition signed by the Secretary, the President and one
(1) other member of the Executive Committee.
• If the President or Secretary is in violation, then any
three members of the Executive Committee shall sign
the petition.
• The National Office shall recommend the removal of
said officer by the Board of Directors at the next
meeting of the Board of Directors following receipt of
the petition.
38. REMOVAL PROCEDURE STANDING
COMMITTEES
• Non-functioning committees shall be discharged
promptly by the Executive Committee.
• Any member of the Executive Committee, except
officers or of any standing or special committee who
shall be absent from three (3) consecutive meetings
without notice to the Secretary or President or
• Who shall not perform the required duties for three (3)
consecutive months, or
• Who shall be absent from any six (6) meetings with or
without notice in a twelve month period shall be removed
by the Executive Committee by written notification to the
delinquent member and replaced in accordance with
Article VIII, Section 2(e).
Article VIII, Section 10
39. Standing Committees
The work of the NAACP is done by Standing
Committees and NOT in the General
Membership meeting. Only in rare instances
when the President and/or Executive
Committee has determined that a matter is time
sensitive and pressing should any discussion
be allowed to take place during a General
Membership meeting.
In those instances, when they arise, the
respective standing committee should take the
lead by investigating and verifying/validating all
facts, prior to the Unit taking any action.
Remember, there are always two sides to every
story. The facts must be clear and documented
in writing.
40. College Chapter
Standing Committees
1. Membership
2. Finance
3. Press and Publicity
4. Programs and Research
5. Education
6. Employment
7. Political Action
8. Juvenile Justice
9. Health
- Article VIII, Section 4 (et al) – page 42
41. DUTIES OF THE STANDING
COMMITTEES
• All Standing Committees shall report in
writing to the Executive Committee and the
General Body at each regular meeting.
• If there is no “written committee report”,
how is anyone suppose to know what your
have done?
• The written committee report should contain:
– Minutes of the past committee meeting
– Outline of committee meeting agenda
– Action items (what do you need the Executive
Committee and general body to vote on in
order for you to proceed?
Remember: The report is not a place to list your
ideas, thoughts or “what we want to do”
42. PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURES
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP
MEETING
The work of the NAACP is done in the
respective Standing Committee meeting,
not the General Membership meeting.
During the General Membership meeting
members receive a review of the work of
the various Standing Committees, vote on
action items that were approved by the
Executive Committee, after which there
should be a presentation of information
that empowers the Unit to do it’s work!
45. PUTTING IDEAS BEFORE A
GROUP
1. Obtaining the Floor
Address the Presiding Officer by his or her
official title. Wait for recognition. Once you have
the floor, you may speak and with exceptions, no
one may interrupt you.
2. Making a Motion
All proposals for action by the group must be
presented by a "motion." Begin by saying: “I
move that . . . “ Make your motion brief and
concise. If possible, have it written out ahead of
time. The Secretary may request a written copy
of any motion.
46. PUTTING IDEAS BEFORE A
GROUP
3. Seconding a Motion
Before an idea may be discussed, it must be
seconded. You need not agree with a motion in
order to second it. If the Chair overlooks the
absence of a second and debate or voting has
begun, the second becomes immaterial. An
absence of a second does not affect the validity
of the motion's adoption.
4. Amending the Motion
To add to, substitute or subtract from a motion
that someone else has made, submit your idea to
the group by "amending the motion."
47. PUTTING IDEAS BEFORE A
GROUP
5. Amend the Amendment
Altering the motion can be carried one step
further by "an amendment to the amendment."
You now have a primary amendment and a
secondary amendment to the MAIN motion. You
may not have more than these two.
6. Point of Information
If the issues become confusing, you may ask for
clarification by asking for a "point of clarification"
from the chair.
48. PUTTING IDEAS BEFORE A
GROUP
7. Divide the Question
It is often possible that a motion may contain two
or more parts that you wish to be considered
separately. You may ask that each part be
considered separately. This often helps clarify
the entire motion and keeps only those parts that
most benefit the group. This is usually done by
general consent as it only requires a majority
vote.
49. STICKING TO THE FACTS
1. Point of Order
If you feel a violation in parliamentary procedure
exists, call for "point of order" to enforce the rules.
The Chair rules, but is obliged to recognize you and
pass on your inquiry to the group
2. Appeal the Decision of the Chair
If you don’t agree with the decision of the Chair, you
can appeal (it must be done immediately following
the ruling). It does require a second, then, the Chair
must state the question and the whole group votes
on whether to over-rule or sustain the Chair. Either
a majority vote or a tie will sustain the Chair.
50. STICKING TO THE FACTS
(cont’d.)
3. Orders of the Day
If the meeting goes off on a tangent and
does not: follow the agenda or the order of
business, you may remind the Chair by
calling for "orders of the day." This
requires a 2/3 – vote – and is put to the
vote at the discretion of the Chair.
51. STICKING TO THE FACTS
(cont’d.)
4. Motion to Limit Debate
To prevent a discussion from dragging on
endlessly, you can:
A. Move to limit each speaker's time
B. Move to limit the number of speakers
C. Move to limit the overall time of debate
D. Move to close debate at a set time and
vote
These questions require a 2/3 vote - this is an
important safeguard as it proves that twice as
many vote for an issue as against
52. STICKING TO THE FACTS
(cont’d.)
5. Motion to Refer
When it is advisable to give further study
to a proposal, move that the matter be
referred to a Committee.
NOTE: The kind of committee, size
and power should be included in the
motion.
53. STICKING TO THE FACTS
(cont’d.)
6. How to End Debate
"Call for the Previous Question" – This
will close debate on a pending question
and require immediate vote by the
group on whether to close debate. 2/3
vote is required.
54. POSTPONING
CONSIDERATION
1. Motion to Table
A move to "lay on the table" means to
temporarily put aside one action to
consider another. It is not debatable and
after a matter has been tabled, it may be
taken from the table at the same meeting
(if other business has intervened) or at
the next regular meeting. After that, it
would be "DEAD" and the matter would
have to be reintroduced.
55. POSTPONING
CONSIDERATION
2. Postpone to a Certain Time
"I move that action on this matter be
postponed until _____________
(state time)." If carried, the matter is
postponed to the time specified and
comes up as "unfinished business."
56. VOTING AND
ADJOURNING
1. Division of the House
To get a more accurate count than a voice
vote - call for a "division of the house." A
demand of a single member compels the
division. This is really a request for a revote. If
no request for a division is made when the
vote is announced, the only motions that can
change a vote are to reconsider or to rescind.
2. Motion to Adjourn
May be made any time - requires a majority.
57. LEADERSHIP STRENGTHS
• Be a good listener
• Be sensitive to the needs of others
• Be cooperative, rather than overly
competitive
• Advocate inclusive (participative)
leadership
• Compromise rather than dominate
• Build rapport through conversations
• Be compassionate and understanding
58. POWER TO GO TO SCALE!
ORGANIZING A
SUCCESSFUL ISSUE
CAMPAIGN
The unique structure of the NAACP,
specifically both the geographical and
organizational, has made us a force to be
reckoned with for over 100 years. Our ability
to address issues at a National level as well
as in the local community, allows us to have
the ability and force to make change happen.
59. POWER TO GO TO SCALE!
“If there is no struggle there is no
progress. Those who profess to favor
freedom and yet depreciate agitation,
are men who want crops without
plowing up the ground, they want rain
without thunder and lightening. They
want the ocean without the awful roar of
its many waters.”
Frederick Douglass, 1857
60. POWER TO GO TO SCALE!
The methods used to obtain the
Association’s objectives shall be:
•Direct action
•Litigation
•Legislation
•Political Action.
Article II, Section 2 Bylaws for Units
61. THE WORK OF A
CAMPAIGN important
• Time is a very element in
determining how quickly a response will be
needed.
• To be effective it is important that the
nucleus or decision makers in a particular
effort is not to large to inhibit the campaign.
• Always make sure the group of people at the
table have the ability to make decisions,
especially if a response must be given within
24 to 48 hours.
• Issue Campaign Organizing training can
help! Contact your Regional Director
62. POWER TO GO TO SCALE!
Direct Action
• Examples: Direct action includes agitation,
demonstrations, marches, picketing,
boycotts, economic sanctions and other
appropriate action.
• No Unit shall initiate, endorse or participate
in direct action on behalf of the
Association, or any Unit of the Association,
without the express written authorization of
the President and CEO and General
Counsel.
63. POWER TO GO TO SCALE!
• Requests for approval within 15
business days before the date of
proposed action. The President and
CEO shall respond within 10 business
days after receipt of said request.
• The President and CEO and General
Counsel, at their discretion and in
accordance with the objectives of the
Association, shall communicate
approval, or disapproval of said
proposed direct action in writing to the
Unit.
64. POWER TO GO TO
SCALE!
Legislation
No Unit of the Association shall support
any legislation or policy that is contrary to
the official position of the Association
adopted by the Board of Directors.
No Unit of the Association shall initiate,
endorse or participate in the passage of
federal legislation, including, but not limited
to, bills, statutes, regulations or resolutions
on behalf of the Association, or any Unit of
the Association, without the express
written authorization of the President and
CEO.
65. POWER TO GO TO
SCALE! the Association seeking
• Any Unit of to
initiate, endorse or participate in the
passage of federal legislation as described
above shall seek prior, timely authorization
in writing from the President and CEO.
• After reasonable opportunity to evaluate
said proposed federal legislation, the
President and CEO, at his or her discretion
and in accordance with the objectives of
the Association, shall communicate their
approval, or disapproval of said proposed
federal legislation in writing to the Unit.
66. POWER TO GO TO
SCALE! of the Association
• All Units are
expected to: increase registration and
voting; work for the enactment of
municipal, state and federal legislation
designed to improve the educational,
political and economic status of
minority groups; work to repeal racially
discriminatory legislation; improve the
administration of justice; secure equal
enforcement of the law.
• All political action shall be non-partisan
and shall not endorse candidates for
public office.
67. Are there any questions?
Our agenda is full, the challenge is great and we
are the best equipped to get it done!
Leadership is action, not position!