This section sets out how membership of WAGGGS can be terminated, either by resignation or cancellation and outlines the process for consideration of re-admission. A Member Organisation which, for any reason, ceases to be will no longer be entitled to the privileges of Membership as set out in the Constitution and Bye-Laws and in this Membership Policy, nor to benefit from opportunities offered by WAGGGS to its Members.
10. 1 Resignation of Membership
A Member Organisation resigns its membership of WAGGGS if those with proper authority send a formal letter or email to the World Board to this effect. The World Board will acknowledge receipt, and resignation takes immediate effect upon receipt, as set out in the WAGGGS Constitution and Bye-Laws, sub-clause 10.4.1. The resignation shall be reported to the next Regional and World Conferences. As good practice, the WAGGGS Global Team will offer support or explore alternatives before formal resignation is tendered to the World Board.
10. 2 Removal of Membership
Removal of a Member Organisation’s membership of WAGGGS may only be decided by the World Conference, upon recommendation from the World Board. The World Board may recommend cancellation if a Member Organisation fails to recover following a suspension period. The World Board will report on this to all Member Organisations ahead of the World Conference, including a full account of support measures provided. The Member Organisation in question may provide a statement for consideration by the World Conference. The World Conference will decide on cancellation, which requires a 75% majority vote in favour of all Full Members present and voting, as set out in the WAGGGS Constitution and Bye-Laws, sub-clause 10.4.4.
Member Organisations have the right to ask for re-consideration of a decision to terminate once only, through the World Board, to the next World Conference. Appeals must be supported by new evidence of compliance.
10. 3 Re-admission to Membership
A former Member Organisation may apply for re-admission to WAGGGS as either an Associate or Full Member, in accordance with WAGGGS Constitution and Bye-Laws, sub-clause 10.5, a.
Applications must be submitted in a format approved by the World Board.