Constitution

PUP.LGBT Constitution

Introduction

PUP.LGBT is a community dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive space for individuals within the LGBTQ+ and Pup/Pet Play community in the UK. This constitution outlines the principles, aims, and operational guidelines of our organisation.

  1. Name

The name of the group shall be PUP.LGBT.

  1. Aims

PUP.LGBT aims to:

 – Provide a regular safe space for like-minded individuals within the LGBTQ+ & Pup/Pet Play community.

 – Promote inclusive, equal, and free rights for the LGBTQ+ & Pup/Pet Play community in the UK through educational initiatives, advocacy campaigns, and community outreach programs.

  1. Membership

 Membership is open to individuals who:

 – Are aged 18 years and older.

 – Support the aims of PUP.LGBT.

 Members are expected to adhere to a code of conduct that includes respectful behaviour guidelines. Any member found engaging in offensive behaviour, including harassment or discrimination, may face disciplinary action, including suspension or expulsion from the group.

  1. Equal Opportunities

 PUP.LGBT does not discriminate on the grounds of race, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, political belief, marital status, or age. We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusivity and diversity within our community.

  1. Officers and Committee

 The business of the group will be carried out by an elected Committee. Each election is valid until such a time as the elected member decides to stand down from their role, or at least 50% of the team members vote for them to be removed, including at least 1 Committee member. The Committee will meet as necessary and not less than four times a year.

 Roles of officers shall include:

 – Chair: Presides over general and committee meetings, facilitates discussion, and represents the organisation externally.

 – Secretary: Records minutes of meetings, manages communications, and maintains organisational documents.

 – Treasurer: Manages finances, maintains financial records, and provides regular reports to the Committee and members.

 In the event of an officer standing down a replacement will be nominated by the Committee and elected by the team members via a simple majority at the next General Meeting.

 Any committee member not attending a meeting without apology for three months will be contacted by the committee and asked if they wish to resign.

 The Committee meetings will be open to any team member of PUP.LGBT wishing to attend, who may speak but not vote.

  1. Meetings
  1. Annual General Meetings (AGM)

 – AGMs shall be held annually to review the work of PUP.LGBT, present financial reports, and discuss proposals from members.

 – All members shall receive written notice of AGMs at least three weeks in advance.

 – Quorum for AGMs shall be 75% of the team membership or 10 members, whichever is greater.

  1. General Meetings

 – General meetings shall be held at least once every three months to discuss ongoing activities, address member concerns, and facilitate community engagement.

 – Notice of general meetings shall be provided to all members at least two weeks in advance.

 – Quorum for general meetings shall be 50% of the membership or 5 members, whichever is greater.

  1. Committee Meetings

 – Committee meetings may be called by any officer or committee member as needed to address urgent matters.

 – Notice of committee meetings shall be provided to all members at least seven days in advance.

 – Quorum for committee meetings shall be two Committee members.

  1. Rules of Procedure for Meetings

All meetings shall operate on a consensus-based decision-making process. In the event that consensus cannot be reached, decisions shall be made by a simple majority vote of members present. In the case of a tie, the chair of the meeting shall have an additional casting vote.

  1. Finances

PUP.LGBT shall maintain a bank account for the management of funds, overseen by the Treasurer and approved signatories designated by the Committee. Financial records shall be maintained, and reports provided at each meeting for transparency and accountability.

All expenditures must be approved by the Committee, and funds raised shall be used solely to further the aims and activities of PUP.LGBT as outlined in this constitution.

  1. Amendments to the Constitution

Proposed amendments to the constitution may be presented at AGMs and require a two-thirds majority vote of members present for approval. All proposed amendments must be circulated to members in advance of the meeting.

  1. Dissolution

In the event of the group’s dissolution, a General Meeting shall be called to decide on the dissolution process. Remaining assets shall be distributed to local charitable organisations agreed upon by members at the dissolution meeting.

This constitution was agreed upon at a General Meeting of PUP.LGBT on [Date].

 Chair: Enigma (Signature)

 Secretary: Sparky (Signature)

 Treasurer: Lucky (Signature)