Decision No. 142/2005/QĐ-BNV Approving the Charter of the Vietnam Association for Engineering Geology and Environment

Pursuant to …;

Approving the Charter of the Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment

 THE MINISTER OF THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS

 Pursuant to Decree No. 102/SL-L004 dated May 20, 1957, on the right to establish associations;

Pursuant to Decree No. 88/2003/NĐ-CP dated July 30, 2003 of the Government on the organization, operation, and management of associations;

Pursuant to Decree No. 45/2003/NĐ-CP dated May 9, 2003 of the Government on the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Home Affairs;

Considering the proposal of the Chairman of the Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment and the Director of the Department of Non-Governmental Organizations;

 

DECISION:

 Article 1. Approves the Charter of the Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment which was adopted at the First National Congress of the Association on April 16, 2005.

Article 2. The Standard Measurement Quality Control Department shall be responsible for organizing and guiding the implementation of the Regulations adopted herein.

Article 3. The Chairman of the Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment and the Director of the Department of Non-Governmental Organizations shall be responsible for implementing this Decision.

 

CHARTER

VIETNAM ASSOCIATION OF ENGINEERING GEOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

(Issued pursuant to Decision No. 142/2005/QĐ-BNV dated December 28, 2005

of the Minister of Home Affairs)

PART I

NAME, AIMS, AND SCOPE OF ACTIVITY

Article 1. Name of the Association

The Association has the name: Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment.

Trade name in English: Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment.

Article 2. Aims and purposes of the Association

1. The Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment is a voluntary professional social organization of individuals engaged in the field of Engineering Geology and Environment. The Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment is a member of the Vietnam Geological Society. The Association operates according to its Charter and the laws of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

2. The purpose of the Association is to unite and mobilize widely individuals working in the field of Engineering Geology and Environment to help each other enhance their talents and intellect, improve professional skills and occupational ethics, contribute to the industrialization and modernization of the country, and build a prosperous, equitable, democratic, and civilized Vietnam.

Article 3. Scope of Activities

The Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment operates throughout the country with headquarters in Hanoi. The Association has legal personality, its own seal, assets, and financial resources, and maintains a bank account.

The Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment may join organizations with similar fields within the region and internationally as provided by law.

Chapter II

TASKS AND METHODS OF OPERATION

Article 4. Tasks of the Association

1. Mobilizing the enthusiasm and creativity of members in researching and investigating basic geological engineering and environmental issues to meet the socio-economic development needs of the country.

2. Encouraging and assisting members to enhance scientific and technical knowledge, contributing to training talent in the field of geology in Vietnam.

3. Disseminating scientific and technical knowledge about geology and mineral resources among the people, promoting the protection of natural resources, minerals, and the environment.

4. Studying and applying new theories, scientific and technological advancements, and advanced experiences both domestically and internationally to the field of geological engineering and environment.

5. Advising, monitoring, and providing feedback to the state and relevant ministries when requested regarding strategies for developing mineral resource exploitation technology, participating in drafting national standards, procedures, and specific measures to promote the development of geological engineering. 6. Conducting economic activities in accordance with the law through the application of scientific and technological progress to generate income for the Association's fund.

1. Organizing conferences, seminars, and information exchanges on the field of Engineering Geology and Environment within the country, regionally, and internationally as prescribed by law.

Article 5. Methods of Operation

2. Offering training and professional development courses, including foreign languages, for members and the public upon request.

3. Participating in publishing books and periodicals in the field of geology.

4. Supporting research and investigation activities in geology and minerals, rewarding and encouraging creative activities, outstanding research works, and academic achievements of students and postgraduates in the field.

5. Expanding cooperative relations with domestic and international associations in accordance with the law to learn from experience and seek assistance and support for the development of the Association.

Vietnamese citizens who have been or are currently engaged in geological work or related professions, and who can participate regularly in the Association's activities, and who voluntarily apply to join the Association, may be considered for membership in the Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment.

Chapter III

MEMBERS

Article 6. Members and Membership Standards

1. 2. Vietnamese citizens both inside and outside the country, who have knowledge of the field of Engineering Geology and Environment, and who are enthusiastic about contributing to the Association, and who recognize the Charter of the Association, may be considered for associate membership. Associate members enjoy rights and obligations like other members of the Association, except for the right to nominate and vote for positions in the Executive Board and leadership roles of the Association, and they do not participate in voting on Association matters.

3. Procedures for admitting and expelling members are stipulated by the Standing Committee of the Association.

4. Members of the Vietnam Association of Engineering Geology and Environment may join other associations.

Members have the obligation to comply with and implement the Charter of the Association, actively carry out resolutions and activities of the Association, maintain the reputation and professional honor of themselves and the Association, promote the development of new members, participate in meetings, and pay membership fees.

Article 7. Obligations and Benefits of Members

1. a) Participate in the activities of the Association, receive assistance from the Association to engage in scientific and technical activities and training both domestically and internationally, and enjoy other rights and benefits provided by the Association;

2. Members have the right:

b) Discuss and vote on all matters of the Association, nominate and run for positions in the Association's bodies, receive a membership card, and have the right to resign from the Association.

ORGANIZATION OF THE ASSOCIATION

Chapter IV

ORGANIZATION OF THE ASSOCIATION

Article 8. Principles of Organization

The Vietnam Engineering and Environmental Geology Association shall be organized and operate on the principles of voluntariness, self-management, financial autonomy, and responsibility under the law; solidarity, democracy, collective leadership, individual accountability, and decision-making by majority. Leadership bodies at all levels of the Association shall be established through elections; each level of the Association shall decide issues within its scope of responsibility and authority but must not contravene the Charter of the Association, resolutions of the Congress, and state laws.

Article 9. Structure of the Association

1. National Congress.

2. Central Committee of the Association.

3. Association Office.

4. Inspection Board.

5. Local Branches.

Article 10. National Congress

The highest leadership body of the Association is the National Congress with a term of five years. When necessary, the Central Executive Committee of the Association may convene an extraordinary congress if at least two-thirds of the members of the Central Executive Committee or more than half of the official members request it. The composition and number of delegates are determined by the Central Executive Committee of the Association, with the number of invited delegates not exceeding 10% of the convened delegates.

The Congress has the following tasks:

1. Discussing and adopting reports on the activities of the Association during the previous term, deciding on goals, directions, tasks, and work plans for the new term;

2. Discussing and adopting resolutions to amend the Charter of the Association (if necessary);

3. Adopting final accounts of income and expenditure and financial plans of the Association;

4. Electing the new term's Central Executive Committee and Inspection Board.

Article 11. Voting Principles of the Congress

1. The Congress adopts important matters of the Association by secret ballot or raising hands. The choice of voting method is decided by the Congress.

2. Resolutions of the Congress are adopted by a majority present at the Congress.

3. For particularly important matters listed below, approval by at least two-thirds of the members present and that number exceeding half of the total membership of the Association is required:

a) Amending or supplementing the Charter;

b) Dismissing some members of the Central Committee;

c) Dissolving and liquidating the assets of the Association.

Article 12. Central Committee of the Association

The Central Executive Committee is the highest leadership body between two Congresses. The Central Executive Committee meets regularly once a year, and in case of necessity, an extraordinary meeting can be convened by the President of the Association when more than half of the Central Executive Committee members request it.

The tasks of the Central Committee of the Association include:

1. Electing the Standing Committee, President, Vice Presidents, General Secretary, and Standing Committee Members;

2. Leading and organizing the implementation of Congress resolutions, carrying out the Association's work during the period between two Congresses;

3. Electing the Central Inspection Board. The Head of the Inspection Board is a member of the Central Standing Committee;

4. When necessary, it has the right to elect additional members, but the number shall not exceed one-third of the members elected by the Congress.

5. The election format for leading positions in the Association is decided by the Central Executive Committee.

Article 13. Standing Board

The Standing Committee is the permanent body of the Central Executive Committee. The Standing Committee meets every three months, and upon necessity and at the Chairman's proposal, it may hold extraordinary meetings.

The tasks of the Standing Board include:

1. Representing the Central Executive Committee to direct and manage the Association's activities according to Congress resolutions, Central Executive Committee resolutions, and report on the situation between meetings of the Central Executive Committee;

2. Representing the Central Executive Committee in relations with relevant agencies;

3. Depending on work requirements, the Standing Committee may establish various boards and organizations to assist in their work, with defined responsibilities and authorities.

Article 14. Supervisory Board

The Central Inspection Board operates independently in terms of business and is directly guided by the Central Standing Committee. The duties and powers of the Inspection Board are stipulated as follows:

1. Inspecting compliance with the Association's Charter, implementation of Congress resolutions, Central Executive Committee resolutions, and Standing Committee decisions;

2. Examine and resolve complaints and petitions related to members and Association organizations in accordance with the law.

3. Having the right to request members and Association organizations to report on issues related to inspection content approved by the Central Standing Committee in accordance with the law;

Article 15. President of the Association

The President of the Association is elected by the Central Executive Committee. The President of the Association has the rights and responsibilities:

1. Representing the Association in legal relations and before the law; 2. Managing the Association's activities and deciding Association matters according to Congress resolutions, Central Executive Committee resolutions, and Standing Committee resolutions;

3. Chairing meetings of the Central Executive Committee, Standing Committee, and annual Association meetings;

4. Being accountable to the Central Executive Committee and members for the Association's activities.

4. Shall be responsible before the Executive Board and members regarding the activities of the Association.

Article 16. Deputy Chairperson of the Association

The Deputy Chairperson of the Association is elected by the Central Executive Board of the Association to assist the Chairperson; specific tasks are assigned by the Chairperson of the Association.

Article 17. Secretary General

The General Secretary is elected by the Central Executive Board of the Association, responsible for assisting the Chairperson in managing and handling daily affairs of the Central Office of the Association. The duties of the General Secretary include:

1. Directly leading the Office and other permanent agencies of the Association (if any);

2. Organizing secretarial work and compiling materials for Congresses, meetings of the Central Executive Board, Standing Committee meetings, and annual meetings of the Association;

3. Implementing internal and external communication functions as assigned by the Chairperson;

4. The General Secretary is responsible for managing the assets and finances of the Association according to the assignment of the Chairperson;

5. The General Secretary is assisted by the Director of the Office and some staff proposed by the General Secretary, subject to approval by the Chairperson of the Association; the General Secretary may concurrently hold the position of Director of the Office.

Chapter V

ASSETS AND FINANCES OF THE ASSOCIATION

Article 18. Sources of Income of the Association

1. Membership fees paid by members.

2. Donations and sponsorships from organizations and individuals both domestically and internationally.

3. Income from other lawful activities.

Article 19. Expenditures of the Association

The Association has independent assets and finances, balancing income and expenditures on its own. Basic expenditures of the Association include:

1. Equipping facilities for the Central Office of the Association;

2. Supporting members for professional and specialized activities;

3. Salaries and allowances for full-time and part-time staff;

4. Meetings, international relations, information, and publication.

Article 20. Financial and Asset Management

1. The management and utilization of the Association's assets and finances are carried out in accordance with the regulations of the Central Executive Board of the Association and the provisions of the State.

2. When the Association is dissolved, its assets and finances must be inventoried and disposed of in accordance with the law.

Chapter VI

REWARDS AND DISCIPLINE

Article 21. Awards

Members and organizations of the Association who achieve outstanding results will be awarded by the Association; they may also be recommended for awards by the State and local authorities. The forms of awards are stipulated by the Central Standing Committee of the Association.

Article 22. Disciplinary Measures

1. If members, staff, or organizations of the Association violate the Statutes seriously, disciplinary measures will be imposed. The forms of disciplinary measures are stipulated by the Central Standing Committee of the Association.

2. In cases where national laws are violated, administrative penalties or criminal responsibility shall be pursued according to the provisions of the law.

Chapter VII

IMPLEMENTING PROVISIONS

Article 23. Effectiveness of the Statutes

1. These Statutes consist of 7 Chapters and 23 Articles, adopted at the First National Congress of the Vietnam Association for Engineering Geology and Environment on April 16, 2005;

Only the National Congress of the Association has the authority to amend or supplement these Statutes.

2. This Charter shall take effect upon approval by the Minister of Home Affairs./.