ARTICLE 1: NAME
The name of the organization shall be African Literacy Development Initiative (ALDI), hereinafter referred to as “ALDI” or “the Organization.”
ARTICLE 2: LEGAL STATUS
1. ALDI shall be a non-profit, non-political, non-religious, and voluntary organization.
2. The Organization shall be registered under applicable laws governing non-governmental organizations.
3. ALDI shall operate within Africa and may establish partnerships globally.
ARTICLE 3: VISION AND MISSION
3.1 Vision
To standardize education and make Africa the most literate continent in the world.
3.2 Mission
To promote a reading culture and improve literacy in African schools through advocacy, capacity building, research, and educational support programs.
ARTICLE 4: AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
ALDI shall:
1. Promote reading and writing culture across African schools.
2. Organize literacy campaigns, workshops, and training programs.
3. Provide educational materials and support to underserved schools.
4. Collaborate with governments, institutions, corporate bodies, and development partners.
5. Conduct research and policy advocacy on literacy development.
6. Establish literacy clubs and community libraries.
7. Provide scholarships and educational grants where feasible.
8. Promote digital literacy and access to educational technology.
9. Recognize and reward excellence in literacy development.
ARTICLE 5: MEMBERSHIP
5.1 Categories of Membership
1. Founding Members
2. Ordinary Members
3. Associate Members
4. Honorary Members
5. Institutional/Corporate Members
5.2 Eligibility
Membership shall be open to individuals and organizations who support the aims and objectives of ALDI and agree to abide by this Constitution.
5.3 Rights of Members
Members shall:
Participate in programs and meetings.
Vote and be voted for (except associate and honorary members).
Contribute ideas and initiatives.
5.4 Duties of Members
Members shall:
Uphold the Constitution.
Promote the objectives of ALDI.
Pay prescribed dues where applicable.
Maintain integrity and discipline.
5.5 Termination of Membership
Membership may be terminated by:
Resignation
Expulsion for misconduct (by 2/3 majority decision of the Executive Board)
Failure to meet financial obligations for a specified period
ARTICLE 6: GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
6.1 Governing Bodies
The Organization shall have:
1. The General Assembly
2. The Board of Trustees (BOT)
3. The Executive Committee
ARTICLE 7: GENERAL ASSEMBLY
1. The General Assembly shall be the supreme decision-making body.
2. It shall consist of all registered members.
3. Meetings shall be held at least once annually.
4. Decisions shall be made by simple majority except where otherwise stated.
Functions include:
Electing Executive Officers
Approving annual reports and budgets
Amending the Constitution
Dissolving the Organization (if necessary)
ARTICLE 8: BOARD OF TRUSTEES (BOT)
1. The BOT shall consist of 3–7 reputable individuals.
2. Trustees shall serve a term of 4 years, renewable once.
3. The BOT shall:
Provide oversight and strategic guidance
Safeguard the vision and mission
Ensure legal compliance
Hold organizational assets in trust
ARTICLE 9: EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
9.1 Composition
The Executive Committee shall consist of:
President/Executive Director
Vice President
Secretary
Assistant Secretary
Treasurer
Financial Secretary
Public Relations Officer
Program Coordinator
Any other officer as approved by the General Assembly
9.2 Term of Office
Executive officers shall serve for a term of 3 years and may be re-elected for one additional term.
9.3 Functions
President/Executive Director
Provides leadership and direction
Presides over meetings
Represents ALDI officially
Vice President
Assists the President
Acts in absence of the President
Secretary
Keeps records and minutes
Handles official correspondence
Treasurer
Manages funds and financial records
Presents financial reports
Public Relations Officer
Manages publicity and media relations
Program Coordinator
Oversees projects and program implementation
ARTICLE 10: MEETINGS
1. Executive meetings shall be held quarterly.
2. Emergency meetings may be convened when necessary.
3. Quorum shall be:
50% + 1 for General Assembly
2/3 of Executive Committee members
ARTICLE 11: FINANCE
1. Funds shall be generated through:
Membership dues
Grants and donations
Fundraising activities
Partnerships and sponsorships
2. All funds shall be used solely for the objectives of ALDI.
3. Bank accounts shall require at least two authorized signatories.
4. Annual financial reports shall be audited and presented to members.
ARTICLE 12: CODE OF CONDUCT
Members shall:
Act with integrity and transparency.
Avoid conflict of interest.
Refrain from activities that may damage the reputation of ALDI.
Maintain non-partisan and non-religious neutrality in official matters.
ARTICLE 13: AMENDMENT OF CONSTITUTION
1. Amendments may be proposed by the Executive Committee or 1/3 of members.
2. Amendments shall require a 2/3 majority vote at the General Assembly.
ARTICLE 14: DISSOLUTION
1. The Organization may be dissolved by a 2/3 majority vote of the General Assembly.
2. Upon dissolution, assets shall be transferred to a similar non-profit organization with aligned objectives.
3. No member shall benefit personally from the assets of the Organization.
ARTICLE 15: ADOPTION
This Constitution shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the founding members of African Literacy Development Initiative (ALDI).
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