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Can a club rule be altered in retrospect?

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Absolutely. Just bring it up at the club meeting and have a vote on it.

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Can a club rule be changed in retrospect?

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Absolutely. Just bring it up at the club meeting and have an election about it.

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The president of my club is being rude, but she'll kick me out if I say anything. What should I do?

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Try having a private conversation with other members to see if they feel the same way. If enough members feel the president is being unfair, bring up your feelings together in a meeting. Also, be sure to check your club's constitution to see the procedures for removing officers. If your president repeatedly refuses to listen to feedback from club members, you may be able to remove her from her position.

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How do I write an affiliation?

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Create an article titled "Affiliations." Then, in the article sections, state the clubs or organizations with which your club maintains an affiliation.

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How do I inform our members of an AGM?

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You should include AGM procedures in your constitution, including how often the AGM will be held, and how members will be notified. Notification method is up to you, but try to choose one that will be easy for you and your club members. Email usually works best.

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Will my constitution be governed by law?

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No. This is a constitution for a club, which is not a government entity and will not be regulated or enforced by law.

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If I, as a member, get disciplined, can I take legal action against the club?

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Yes, if it costs you money or financial hardship. However, if the discipline cost you nothing, there is no reason for a suit.

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Does a constitution for a club have to be signed?

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Yes, a constitution for a club must be signed for it to be valid.

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How do I know if a club even needs a constitution?

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Are you going to have rules for your club, and/or a specific mission or purpose? If so, it's a good idea to write everything down in a constitution. If your club is just going to be people hanging out, it's probably not necessary.

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What protection do the members of the club have against a founder member and co-founders especially?

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If there are any protections for regular members against co-founders or a founder, these will likely be outlined in the Constitution or its bylaws/amendments. If a cofounder or founder causes you physical injury, financial hardship or is abusive, this could be prosecuted under law: you cannot sign your rights away in developed nations like the USA, which is governed by a supreme constitution which protects these rights, if that's what you're asking. However, most clubs don't have rules inherent in them to 'protect' other members from founding member(s), as the founder(s) will be heavily involved in writing of most constitutions.

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