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Group Constitution

A constitution is simply the aims and rules that a group will use. It is a written understanding of what the group is going to do and how it is going to do it. It is important because:

Without this written understanding the group could find itself at cross purposes and jobs won't be achieved
It will serve as a reference and help to resolve problems in times of controversy
Outsiders and especially potential funders will want to see that the group is democratic and accountable. This involves having a clear procedure by which decisions are made.

Your constitution will probably want to include sections on:

Name of Organisation
Aims
Powers
Membership
Officers
Meetings
Committee
Rules of Procedure
Finances
Dissolution
Amendments to the Constitution

Examples of Group Constitutions:

Charity Commission

More Information:

You can find out more information on Group Constitutions from the Resource Centre.

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This page was last updated on 10/29/2007