Constitution & By-Laws
The official document that guides how our chapter operates, elects leaders, and serves our community.
A Framework Built for Service
The ECAT Constitution & By-Laws (2020 edition) codify our mission, membership rules, leadership structure, and financial stewardship. Every member is expected to read, understand, and abide by this document.
Document Details
- Edition: 2020 (current)
- Ratified: General Assembly, 2020
- Custodian: General Secretary
- Amendments: Reviewed every 4 years
What's Inside
Name and Affiliation
Establishes the chapter as Eko Club Austin Texas, a chapter of Eko Club International.
Objectives
Cultural preservation, community welfare, education, and service to Lagos indigenes and the broader Austin community.
Membership
Eligibility, categories, rights, dues, and grounds for termination or suspension of membership.
Executive Council
Officers, terms, duties, elections, and procedures for filling vacancies.
Meetings
General, executive, and emergency meetings — quorum, notice, and voting procedures.
Committees
Standing and ad-hoc committees, their mandates, and reporting responsibilities.
Finance
Dues, levies, disbursements, financial reporting, and audit requirements.
Amendments
Procedures for proposing, notifying, and ratifying amendments to the Constitution and By-Laws.