Bylaws

Articles of Association of the Asian Robotic Camp for Colorectal Surgeons

(Established on June 1, 2012)

Chapter 1. General Provisions

Article 1 (Name)

This organization shall be called the Asian Robotic Camp for Colorectal Surgeons (hereinafter referred to as “the Society”).

Article 2 (Head Office)

The head office of the Society shall be located in Seoul, and the headquarters in Daegu at Kyungpook National University Chilgok Hospital, Republic of Korea, and regional branches may be established in metropolitan cities or provinces as necessary.

Chapter 2. Objectives and Activities

Article 3 (Objectives)

The purpose of the Society is to promote research and academic advancement in the field of colorectal robotic surgery, to contribute to the improvement of public health, and to foster professional exchange, friendship, and cooperation among members.

Article 4 (Activities)

To achieve the above objectives, the Society shall carry out the following activities:

  1. Organizing academic conferences and lectures.
  2. Maintaining communication and cooperation with related societies and associations.
  3. Collecting data, conducting studies, and undertaking research related to medical systems associated with the development of colorectal robotic surgery.
  4. Recognizing and awarding members for outstanding achievements.
  5. Promoting fellowship and protecting the rights and interests of members.
  6. Conducting any other activities necessary for the development of colorectal robotic surgery.
  7. Publishing an official journal

Chapter 3. Membership

Article 5 (Membership Classification)

The members of the Society shall be classified as follows:

  1. Regular Members: Physicians who agree with the purpose of the Society and are interested in surgical techniques may become members through the prescribed admission procedure.
  2. Honorary Members: Individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of the Society and are recommended by the Executive Committee.

Article 6 (Admission)

Applicants shall submit the prescribed membership application form and obtain approval from the Executive Committee.

Chapter 4. Officers

Article 7 (Officers)

The Society shall have the following officers:

  1. One (1) President
  2. One (1) Secretary-General
  3. Up to thirty (30) Executive Committee Members

Article 8 (Election of Officers)

  1. The President shall be elected by mutual agreement between the incumbent President and the Executive Committee.
  2. The Executive Committee Members shall be appointed by the President.
  3. The Executive Board shall consist of the President and the Secretary-General, who shall be appointed by the President from among the Executive Committee Members.

Article 9 (Term of Office)

  1. The term of office for all officers shall be three (3) years and non-renewable.
    President: 1 year ; Executive member: 3 years
  2. The term of office for an officer elected to fill a vacancy shall be limited to the remaining period of the predecessor’s term.

Article 10 (Duties)

  1. The President shall represent the Society and supervise all its affairs.
  2. The Secretary-General shall assist the President and act on behalf of the President in his/her absence.
  3. The Executive Committee Members shall consult with the President in carrying out the projects aligned with the objectives of the Society.

Chapter 5. General Assembly

Article 11 (Convocation)

The General Assembly shall be convened annually by the President during the academic conference.

Article 12 (Quorum and Resolution)

A General Assembly shall be validly constituted with the attendance of the members present, and resolutions shall be adopted by a majority vote of the members present. The President shall preside over the meeting.

Article 13 (Notice of Meeting)

Notice of a regular General Assembly shall be given at least fifteen (15) days in advance, and notice of an extraordinary General Assembly shall be given at least seven (7) days in advance.

Article 14 (Matters for Approval)

The General Assembly shall approve the following matters:

  1. Election of officers under Article 8.
  2. Amendment of these Articles and dissolution of the Society.
  3. Approval of the budget and financial statements.
  4. Other matters resolved by the Executive Committee.

Chapter 6. Board of Executive members

Article 15 (Composition)

The Board of Executive Members shall consist of all Executive Members.

Article 16 (Functions)

The Board of executive members shall deliberate and resolve on the following matters:

  1. Planning of the Society's projects.
  2. Budget formulation and execution.
  3. Preparation for academic conferences.
  4. Membership qualifications.
  5. Approval of the President and appointment of the Secretary-General.
  6. Review of resolutions made by committees.
  7. Other matters necessary for the operation and development of the Society, and matters delegated to the Board.

Chapter 7. Finance and Accounting

Article 17 (Fiscal Year)

The fiscal year of the Society shall begin on January 1 and end on December 31 of each year.

Article 18 (Settlement of Accounts)

The financial statements of the Society shall be audited after the close of each fiscal year and reported to the next Executive Board meeting and General Assembly.

Article 19 (Property)

The assets of the Society shall not be distributed to individual members under any circumstances.

Chapter 8. Supplementary Provisions

Article 20 (English Name)

The English name of the Society shall be Asian Robotic Camp for Colorectal Surgeons (ARCCS).

Article 21 (Matters Not Specified)

Any matters not provided for in these Articles shall be governed by general practices and conventions.