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HARAMBE-CAMEROON

CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS

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HARAMBE CAMEROON CONSTITUTION

Harambe-Cameroon - Transforming our problems into opportunities!

Email: [email protected] |Website: www.Healliance.org |Blog: Harambecameroon.blogspot.com

Tel: +237 7013 5705 | P.O. Box: 5787, Yaound Cameroon | Office: Hajal Center 601, Yaound Page 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ARTICLE I - Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....4

ARTICLE IIAffiliation to Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .... . . . . . 4

ARTICLE IIIMission and Objectives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .....4

Section 1: Mission

Section 2: Objectives

ARTICLE IV - Membership Classifications and Qualifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Section 1: Membership Classifications

Section 2: Harambe-Cameroon Officers

Section 3: Harambe-Cameroon Associate MembershipSection 4: Harambe-Cameroon Affiliate Membership

Section 5: Harambe-Cameroon Interns and Volunteers

Section 6: Harambe-Cameroon Temporary Membership

Section 7: Harambe Cameroon Affiliate Groups Recognition

Section 8: Harambe Cameroon Active Membership Qualifications

Section 9: Harambe Cameroon Monthly Evaluations

Section 10: Membership Dues

Section 11: Access to Benefits and Privileges of Harambe-Cameroon Membership

Section 12: Elections and nominations

Section 13: Harambe-Cameroon Membership Impeachment, Suspension and Revocation

Section 14: Harambe Cameroon Carta

ARTICLE V - HCam Executive Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Section 1: General Powers

Section 2: Composition of HCam Executive Board

Section 3: Removal from the HCam Executive Board

Section 4: Powers and Duties

Section 5: Volenti Carta

Section 6: HCam Executive Board Voting RightsSection 7: HCam President Voting Rights

Section 8: Delegation of Functions

Section 9: Term of Office

Section 10: Vacancies

Section 11: Transfer of Presidential Powers

Section 12: Harambe Cameroon Founding President

ARTICLE VI - Harambe Advisory Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Section 1: Member Voting RightsSection 2: Harambe Advisory Board Composition


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Section 3: Harambe Advisory Board Appointments

Section 4: Function and Duties of the Harambe Advisory Board

Section 5: Harambe Advisory Board Meetings

Section 6: Absence of Harambe Advisory Board

ARTICLE VII - Meetings of Harambe-Cameroon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 12

Section 1: Harambe Cameroon Bi-Weekly Meetings

Section 2: Harambe Cameroon Symposium and Executive Board Colloquium

Section 3: General Body Meetings

Section 4: Special Meetings

Section 5: Notice of Meetings

Section 6: Quorum

Section 7: Online Voting

ARTICLE VIII - Checks, Deposits, Gifts, and Brokerage Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Section 1: Checks, Drafts and Orders

Section 2: Deposits

Section 3: Gifts

Section 4: Brokerage Accounts

ARTICLE IX - Books, Records and Principal Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Section 1: Books and Records

Section 2: Principal Office of Harambe-Cameroon

ARTICLE X - Conflict of Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . 13

ARTICLE XIV - Amendment of By-Laws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Section 1: Roberts Rules of Order Newly Revised

Section 2: Ombudsman

ARTICLE XV - Dissolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..14

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ARTICLE I

Name

The name of this organization will be Harambe-Cameroon. (Henceforth referred as HCam)

ARTICLE II

Affiliation to the Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance

Harambe-Cameroon is an independent branch of the Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance (HEA). It

works in joint collaboration with sister-organizations affiliated to HEA.

ARTICLE III

Mission and Goals

Section 1: Mission

Harambe Cameroons missionis To inspire a new generation of young leaders and entrepreneurs

who see problems as opportunities in need of solutions and have the poise and wherewithal to

engage others to make long-lasting social impact.

Section 2: Objectives

i: Change the paradigm as it relates to entrepreneurship and competition among Cameroons

youth.

ii: Empower the individual by providing necessary training and skills development that will

allow them to translate their ideas into ventures for the benefit of the community

iii: Provide a support network comprising of students, mentors/experts, NGOs, businesses and

government agencies.


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ARTICLE IV

Membership Classifications and Qualifications

Section 1: Membership Classifications

The members of Harambe-Cameroon shall be divided into four (4) classes as follows: Harambe-

Cameroon Officers, Harambe-Cameroon Associate Members, Harambe-Cameroon Affiliate

Members, and Harambe-Cameroon Interns/Volunteers

Section 2: Harambe-Cameroon Officers

Harambe-Cameroon Officers have access to the benefits and privileges of Harambe-Cameroon

members. The officers are the governing body of the organization. They ensure the day-to-day

operations of HCam.

i. An HCam officer is expected to commit to a schedule for a minimum of six-month period thatfalls within the guidelines of a minimum of 3 hours per day and a maximum of 25 hours a week.

ii. Harambe-Cameroon officers will consist of the President, Financial Director, Secretary General,Communications Officer, Director of Engagements, and other positions created if needs-be by

the President, with the consent of the Executive Board.

iii. Starting in September 2012, each officer will be elected to his/her position, by all eligibleHarambe-Cameroon members.

iv. The term of officers in a specific position shall be no more than 2 years. Renewable ones. Theterm will cover the span of one Harambe year: From October 31 stAugust 31st.

Section 3: Associate Membership

Harambe-Cameroon Associates have access to the benefits and privileges of Harambe-Cameroon and

are allowed to vote for representatives in the Harambe Advisory Board as described in the HCam

Membership Addendum. To gain membership, individuals must satisfy the following membership

requirements:

i. Candidates must be enrolled or have graduated from a tertiary institution of higher learningrecognized in Cameroon and/or the world.

ii. Candidates must submit a Harambe-Cameroon Membership Application and be accepted by aRecruitment Committee, made up by a designated member of the HCam Executive Board.

iii. Candidates must sign the Harambe Cameroon Charter Agreement.iv. Candidates must attend and be engaged in at least one Entrepreneurship Program by Harambe-

Cameroon.

v. There shall be an annual Associates Representative, who would represent the interest ofAssociates on the Executive Board. The Associate shall be elected by his/her peers.

Section 4: Harambe-Cameroon Affiliate Membership

To gain membership, individuals must satisfy the following membership requirements:


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i. Individuals assisting Harambe-Cameroon Associate Members are eligible for HCam AffiliateMembership recognition upon approval of a designated member of the HCam Executive

Board.

a. An Affiliate Member may participate in any capacity within a group spearheaded byan HCam Associate Member, excluding the position bestowing the groups highest

level of decision making authority.

ii. Individuals who share the mission of Harambe Cameroon and would want to be involvedpart-time with the organization are eligible to be Affiliates. They will submit the Harambe

Cameroon Application Form for review and upon acceptance will pay a membership fee, to

be determined by the Executive Board, per year.

iii. An Affiliate Member cannot participate in HCam elections, cannot serve nor hold officewithin the HCam and may not access the benefits and privileges of HCam Associate

Membership.

Section 5: Harambe-Cameroon Interns and Volunteers

Harambe Cameroon shall offer internship positions to interested individuals.

i. Length of Position: This position is offered for a minimum period of 3 months, with thepossibility of expansion to six-months, or a full-year upon evaluation by Harambe-Cameroon

Recruitment Committee.

a. Interns would commit a minimum of 3h/day to Harambe-Cameroon, and a maximum

of 30h/week.

ii. Academic Credit: Harambe-Cameroon will provide documentation (including the interndescription and evaluation) to support obtaining course credit, although interns may have to

take initiative to complete additional forms required by degree programs.

iii. Assignments: Ideal internship shall involve a final project that an intern has developed withinitiative, creativity and a sense of ownership. Harambe-Cameroon will identify and help

intern with needs to meet his/her individual learning goals. Research results or documents

remain the property of Harambe-Cameroon. Interns may be involved in administrative work to

support Harambe-Cameroon or in developing new donors.

iv. The difference between an intern and a volunteer will rely on the length of position. AVolunteer is a member that shall commit less than 3months to Harambe. All the benefits of

internship will apply to volunteers.

Section 6: Harambe-Cameroon Temporary Membership

The HCam President, with the advice and consent of the HCam Executive Board, shall have the right

from time to time to extend Harambe-Cameroon Associate Membership and all the benefits and

privileges contained therein to an individual whose service to the HCam is of reasonable and objective

value. Such exemptions shall be rare, shall not be extended to the same individual more than once and

shall be in written format. All temporary memberships shall expire on August 31st

of each year.


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Section 7: Harambe-Cameroon Affiliate Groups Recognition

The HCam President may, from time to time, extend the privileges and benefits of HCam to groups

or organizations that commit to abide by high ethical standards and wish to assist HCam fulfill its

mission and the promise of the Harambe Bretton Woods Declaration. Any such agreements must

be done in written President must consult the Executive Board and notify the Harambe Advisory

Board of any such agreements within seven (7) days of adoption.

Section 8: Harambe-Cameroon Active Membership Qualifications

Active membership shall be limited to persons officially selected by the Executive Board to a role

or position within the organization. They may be Associates or Affiliates. The following

requirements are necessary to constitute active membership:

i. Completion of tasks and assignments by set deadlines. Or no more than 24 hours past thedeadline.

ii. Active participation in of the activities of Harambe Cameroon.iii. Positive evaluations by peers and Executive officers.

Section 9: Harambe-Cameroon Monthly Evaluations

Each month the performance of each person in the Harambe Bunge will be graded. Evaluations

shall be submitted by each active member before midnight of every last Sunday of the month

between November and June. The final grade, except for the month of January, will be theweighted average of the scores assigned to each person by four different evaluators:

The evaluations shall offer an opportunity for:

i. Team mates to evaluate other team mates performance.ii. Officers to evaluate Associates performanceiii. The Executive Board to evaluate team performance.

At the discretion of the Executive Board people with low grades may be downgraded or be subject

to disciplinary actions.

Section 10: Membership Dues

Harambe Officers and Associates shall pay an annual and monthly membership fee. The payment

shall be given towards the assigned treasurer and deposited in the Harambe-Cameroon Account.

Each year the Fees shall be determined by the Executive Board.

Section 11: Access to Benefits and Privileges of Harambe-Cameroon Membership

i. Harambe-Cameroon Officers, upon positive evaluation of 6months of work, shall havedirect access to Harambe-Cameroon benefits.

ii. Associate Members seeking to have access to the benefits and privileges of Harambe-Cameroon membership must demonstrate reasonable and continued engagement or

involvement in Harambe related affairs since the date of their acceptance into Harambe-

Cameroon, which may include but not limited to leadership roles within officially

recognized Harambe groups and activities, academic research on Cameroon/Africa,academic degrees or courses related to African issues. No member shall be exempt from


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this requirement. This requirement must be satisfied in written format and enforced by a

designated member of the Harambe-Cameroon Executive Board.

Section 12: Elections and nominations

Elections will be held annually within the first month of the program, September, based on secret

ballot.

i. Only Associates and Officers are eligible to run for any desired position.ii. Voting rights are extended to: Associates, Officers, active Affiliates, and 6months Interns.

iii. The quorum for elections will be 50% plus 1 of eligible members.iv. Nominations will happen a week before elections. A candidate can nominate him/herself

or could be nominated by someone else for no more than 2 positions.

v. The newly elected officers will shadow old officers during 1 month; they will activelystart their term in November.

Section 13: Harambe-Cameroon Membership Impeachment, Suspension and Revocation

All members and Executive officers have to comply with the rules laid out by these By-laws, their

Job-description, and the Professional Rules of Conduct; if not they will be subject to impeachment

or/and disciplinary procedures.

i. Revocation: The Harambe-Cameroon Executive Board, may have the power, with a vote,to revoke Harambe-Cameroon Membership following a published due diligence process.

ii. Suspension: Any member or Executive officer violating rules or being detrimental to theprogress, dignity, and welfare of Harambe-Cameroon including verbal and or physical abuse,disorderly conduct, and inappropriate behavior is subject to a one month suspension from

Harambe-Cameroon.

iii. Due diligence process: Any members of the Harambe Bunge in violation of theorganization's By-Laws, Professional Rules of Conduct, or disruptive to the purpose and

mission of Harambe will be subject to the measures below:

a. First Incident - consultative meeting will ensue with the goal of addressing the issue,with the officer/staff/intern/member in charge.

b. Second Incidence - A written warning from the Secretary General.c. Third Incidence - removal at the discretion of the President.

iv. Impeachment : Impeachment of any Executive officer shall be brought before the membersof the organization, a 50% +1 quorum will be needed, and a two-thirds majority of active

members present at the meeting will be required to remove the person from their position.

Section 14: Harambe-Cameroon Carta

The Harambe Cameroon Carta shall be the official roster recognizing HCam Officers, Associates,

Affiliate, Interns/Volunteers, and Affiliate Groups.


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ARTICLE V

Harambe Cameroon Executive Board

Section 1: General Powers

The governing body of Harambe-Cameroon shall be the HCam Executive Board, which shall be

responsible for the general management and conduct of Harambe-Cameroon affairs.

Section 2: Composition of HCam Executive Board

The HCam Executive Board of Harambe-Cameroon shall consist of the HCam President, HCam

Secretary General, HCam Financial Director, HCam Communications Officer, and The Associates

Representative. The HCam President, from time to time, may create new positions within the

HCam Executive Board to meet the growing needs and demands of HCam. The roles and duties of

these officers shall be described in the HCam Executive Board Addendum.

Section 3: Removal from the HCam Executive Board

An officers removal from the HCam Executive Board may be initiated by the HCam President and

will require a majority vote of the Harambe Advisory Board within fourteen (14) days of the

HCam Presidents request. Harambe Advisory Board or HCam Executive Board shall have no

authority to remove the Harambe Cameroon Founding President.

Section 4: Powers and Duties

The members of the HCam Executive Board shall have such powers and shall perform such duties

as may from time to time be specified by the HCam President in the HCam Executive Board

Addendum. In the absence of such specification, each officer shall have the powers and authority

and shall perform and discharge the duties of officers of the same title serving in nonprofit

corporations having the same or similar general purposes and objectives of Harambe-Cameroon.

Section 5: Volenti Carta

The HCam Executive Board shall be required to submit to the Harambe Advisory Board an annual

budget and strategy outline for the year. The document shall be known as the Volenti Carta. The

first Volenti Carta shall be ratified by the Harambe Advisory Board no later than January 20, 2012.

Section 6: HCam Executive Board Voting Rights

Only HCam Executive Board Members who satisfy the following requirements shall vote on

deliberations of the HCam Executive Board.

i. Must have served on HCam Executive Board for a trial period of three (3) months and havespent a minimum of fifteen (15) hours per week on HCam related initiatives during the three

month trial period, as recorded by a designated member of the HCam Executive Board.

ii. Must maintain reasonable engagement with the HCam Executive Board after the three monthtrial period.

iii. Must participate in all official HCam Executive Board meetings and discussions presided bythe HCam President, unless excused by the HCam President. HCam Executive Board


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Members with more than two (2) excused or unexcused absences a month shall lose their

right to vote and have to re-enter the three month trial period to regain their right to vote.

iv. Continued disengagement from the duties and responsibilities of the HCam Executive Board,for an extended period time, without the prior consent and approval of the HCam Executive

Board and as determined by a majority of the voting members of the Executive Board shall

result in the revocation of voting rights.

v. HCam Executive Board Members whose voting rights have been revoked as a result ofdisengagement will have to re-enter another three month trial period to regain their voting

rights.

Section 7: HCam President Voting Rights

The HCam President shall only vote in the event of a tie.

Section 8: Delegation of FunctionsMembers of the HCam Executive Board may delegate their functions by forming committees,

electing or appointing officers and establishing policies, guidelines and procedures to help them

fulfill their responsibilities

Section 9: Term of Office

Each HCam Executive Board Member, excluding Harambe Cameroons Founding President, shall

hold office for a term commencing the date of appointment by the HCam President and extending

to end-of-August of the next year.

Section 10: Vacancies

A vacancy in any office, excluding the HCam President, because of resignation, removal,

disqualification or otherwise, may be filled by an individual appointed by the HCam President for

the unexpired portion of the term.

Section 11: Transfer of Presidential Powers

In case of resignation or retirement of Harambe-Cameroons Founding President, the same may

amend these By-Laws and provide an addendum outlining election procedures and authority for the

election of succeeding HCam Presidents or Executive Directors.

Section 12: Harambe-Cameroon Founding President

Upon retirement or resignation, Harambe-Cameroons Founding President shall hold the position

of Honorary Advisor and shall meet with the Harambe Advisory Board and have a vote in all

matters brought before the Harambe Advisory Board and perform such tasks, and duties, as may

from time to time be assigned to the Harambe Advisory Board by the HCam President and HCam

Executive Board.


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ARTICLE VI

Harambe Advisory Board

Section 1: Member Voting Rights

All Harambe-Cameroon Officers, Associates and Active Affiliates in good standing shall be

entitled to one vote in Harambe Advisory Board Selection.

Section 2: Harambe Advisory Board Composition

The Harambe Advisory Board shall be comprised of five (5) Advisors and one (1) Honorary

Advisor upon resignation or retirement of the Harambe Founding President. The five advisories

positions shall be representative of the following sectors in Cameroon: Legal Advisor, Business

Advisor, Governmental Advisor, Academic Advisor, and Civil Society Advisor.

Section 3: Harambe Advisory Board AppointmentThe first five Harambe Advisors shall be appointed by the HCam President by Oct. 31, 2011. The

HCam President may waive Advisory Board Qualifications requirements for the first Harambe

Advisory Board. Subsequently, Advisory Board terms will ne 24 months, excluding the first

Harambe Advisory Board, with appointments occurring every 2 years.

i. Honorary Advisor has permanent position on the Advisory Board.Section 4: Function and Duties of the Harambe Advisory Board

The Harambe Advisory Board shall function in an advisory capacity to the HCam Executive Board

and may provide non-binding counsel on all matters as established by precedence and described in

these By-Laws. Duties of the Harambe Advisory Board include:

i. Represent the interests of Harambe-Cameroonii. Ratify HCam Executive Boards Annual Review and Plan of Action, by mid-January each year.

iii. Mid-year Overview of Harambe Cameroon Activities, by mid-Juneiv. Ratify HCam Presidents nominees to the HCam Executive Board by Oct. 31 of each year.

Section 5: Harambe Advisory Board Meetings

The Harambe Advisory Board shall meet three (3) times a year for the purposes described below:

i. Mid-January - Ratify the HCam Executive Board Annual Review and Plan of Actionii. Mid-June, Mid-year review of Harambe Cameroon Activities

iii. Mid- September, Ratify the HCAM Presidents nominations to the HCAM Executive Board.Section 6: Absence of Harambe Advisory Board

In the absence of the Harambe Advisory Board, the HCam President may perform the duties and

responsibilities necessary to ensure the proper functioning of the organization. In such an event the

HCam President and the HCam Executive Board must keep reasonably accurate records of any

decisions made, on behalf of the organization, and notify the Harambe Advisory Board within

seven (7) days of its formation.


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ARTICLE VII

Meetings of Harambe-Cameroon

Section 1: Harambe Cameroon Bi-Weekly Meetings

i. HCams Executive Board shall hold meetings every two weeks. These maybe held via onlineservices such as: Skype, or Telephone Conference Calls.

Section 2: Harambe Cameroon Symposium and Executive Board Colloquium

i. An annual gathering of Harambe-Cameroon shall be held in June of each year at such placeand manner as determined by the HCam Executive Board.

ii.The day prior to the Symposium, an annual gathering of the HCam Executive Board shall beheld and be known as the Executive Board Colloquium (EBC). The EBC shall be held at

such place, time and manner as determined by the HCam President.

Section 3: General Body Meetings

i. Harambe-Cameroon will hold General Body Meetings once every month. To be determinedby the Executive Board.

ii. These meetings could be held in different regions of representation of Harambe-Cameroon,by the head of that region.

Section 4: Special Meetings

Special meetings of the HCam Executive Board and Harambe Advisory Board may be called by the

HCam President at a date, time, and place designated by the HCam Executive Board.

Section 5: Notice of Meetings

Written or printed notice stating the place, date, and hour of any meeting shall be delivered either

personally or by mail or e-mail to each member entitled to vote at such meeting not less than five (5)

days before the date of such meeting. In case of a special meeting, the purpose or purposes for which

the meeting is called shall be listed in the notice.

Section 6: Quorum

At any General Meeting of the HCam Executive Board or the Harambe Advisory Board, a simple

majority of those entitled to vote shall constitute a quorum.

Section 7: Online Voting

Voting may take place via electronic vote. Discussion may take place electronically until such time

when the HCam President or a designated member of the HCam Executive Board calls for a vote.

Once there is a call for a vote, the members will have twenty four (24) hours to cast a vote. A quorum

of votes must be received by the deadline in order to be a valid vote. Approval of non-time sensitive

matters must be by simple majority. Should there be a tie; the HCam President shall cast the deciding

vote. Should there not be enough votes to invoke quorum, the measure is tabled until the next

regularly scheduled or Special Meeting.


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ARTICLE VIII

Checks, Deposits, Gifts, and Brokerage Accounts

Section 1: Checks, Drafts and Orders

All checks, drafts, or orders for the payment of money, notes or other evidences of indebtedness

issued in the name of the Harambe-Cameroon, shall be signed by the HCam Financial Director.

Section 2: Deposits

All funds of Harambe-Cameroon shall be deposited from time to time to the credit of Harambe-

Cameroon in such banks, trust companies, or other depositories as the HCam Financial Director may

approve, with the consent and advice of the HCam Executive Board.

Section 3: Gifts

The HCam Financial Director with the approval and consent of the HCam Executive Board, onbehalf of HCam, may accept any contribution, gift, bequest, or device for any purpose of Harambe-

Cameroon.

Section 4: Brokerage Accounts

The HCam Financial Director or another designated member of the HCam Executive Board is fully

authorized and empowered to open a brokerage account, transfer, endorse, sell, assign, set over and

deliver any and all shares of stocks, bonds, debentures, notes, evidences of indebtedness and other

securities (including short sales), now or hereafter standing in the name of or owned by this to

purchase stocks, bonds, debentures, notes, evidences of indebtedness, and other securities, on margin

or otherwise, and to make, execute, and deliver, any and all written instruments necessary or proper

to effectuate the authority hereby conferred. Due, prior and reasonable notice must be given to the

HCam Executive Board of any such transactions.

ARTICLE IX

Books, Records and Principal Office

Section 1: Books and Records

Harambe-Cameroon shall keep correct and complete books and records of accounts and shall also

keep reasonable minutes of the proceedings of its meetings

Section 2: Principal Office of Harambe-Cameroon

The principal office and telephone number of Harambe-Cameroon shall be the residence and

telephone number of a member of the HCam Executive Board or a location designated by the

HCam President.


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ARTICLE X

Conflict of Interest

A conflict of interest is defined as an actual or perceived interest by a member in an action that

results in, or has the appearance of resulting in, personal, organizational, or professional gain not in

the best interest of HCam. Elected and appointed officers of the HCam Executive Board and all

Harambe members shall abide by the conflict of interest policy as laid out in the HCam Conflict of

Interest Addendum.

ARTICLE XI

Waiver of Notice

Whenever any notice is required to be given under the provision of these By-Laws, a waiver there

of in writing, signed by the HCam President before or after the time stated therein, shall be deemed

equivalent to the giving of such notice.

ARTICLE XII

Parliamentary Authority

Section 1: Roberts Rules ofOrder Newly Revised

The rules contained in the most current edition of Roberts Rules of Order Newly Revised shall

govern Harambe-Cameroon in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not in

conflict or inconsistent with these By-Laws and any special rules of order Harambe-Cameroon may

adopt.

Section 2: Ombudsman

The HCam President may appoint an individual, for an agreed period of time, to serve as HCam

Ombudsmanand with sole, final authority and discretion to determine interpretation of these By-

Laws.

ARTICLE XIV

Amendment of By-Laws

These By-Laws may be amended by a 3/4 vote of the HCam Executive Board, a 1/2 vote of the

Harambe Advisory Board. Seven (7) days written notice must be given of the intention to alter,

amend or repeal, or to adopt new by-laws at such meeting or virtual vote.

ARTICLE XV

Dissolution

Upon the dissolution of the organization, assets shall be distributed to the State or local

government for a public purpose. Any such assets not so disposed of shall be disposed of by a court

of competent jurisdiction of the county in which the principal office of the organization is then

located, exclusively for such purposes.

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