The role and powers of the general meeting at P.U.L.L.

The General Meeting is an essential body in the running of an association. It represents all members and has the power to give its opinion on all association matters. What's more, in the event of serious misconduct, it can claim the position of a member of the committee.

In this article, we explore the role and powers of the general meeting in an association. The general meeting is convened by the committee, but can also be convened at any time at the request of at least 1/3 of the members. It is at these meetings that members have the opportunity to express their views and actively participate in the life of the association. Decisions at these meetings are often taken by a majority of votes cast.

When the committee proposes decisions to be voted on, the general meeting can express its general opinion. This is done by means of a vote which counts as a single vote when the final decision is taken by the committee. This enables the General Meeting to make its voice heard and influence the decisions taken by the Board. The powers of the General Meeting are vast and varied. It has the power to give its opinion on all association matters. This means it can discuss and take a stand on issues such as the association's strategic orientations, projects to be undertaken, budgets to be allocated, etc.

The General Meeting is therefore a forum for debate and collective decision-making. In addition, the General Meeting has the power to demand the replacement of a member of the Committee if that person has committed a serious offence contrary to the aims and values of the association. This measure ensures the integrity and good governance of the association. However, it is important to note that this decision must be taken carefully and in compliance with the association's statutory rules.

The General Meeting therefore plays a crucial role in the life of an association. It enables members to express their views, actively participate in decision-making and ensure that the association's actions are in line with its values. The General Meeting is a place of democracy and collective decision-making, where every vote counts.

In the case of proposals put to the vote by the Committee, the General Meeting has the opportunity to express its general opinion. This opinion is taken into account as a single vote in the Committee's final decision. The powers of the General Meeting include the adoption and proposal of amendments to the Articles of Association, the possibility of proposing another auditor in the event of a dispute with those chosen by the Committee and the members, and the responsibility of approving the accounts and the auditor's report, and granting discharge to the Committee. This is an important role in the organization's decision-making process, enabling the General Meeting to have a voice and participate actively in decisions taken by the Committee.

In conclusion, the General Meeting is an essential body in an association. It represents all members and has the power to give its opinion on all association matters. In the event of serious misconduct, it can also claim the position of a member of the committee. The General Meeting's remit is vast and varied, and it plays a crucial role in the life of the association. It is a forum for debate, collective decision-making and guarantees the integrity of the association.