Jäsenkokouksella

Jäsenkokous is a Finnish term that translates to "members' meeting" or "general meeting." It refers to a formal gathering of members of an organization, typically an association, cooperative, or club. The primary purpose of a jäsenkokous is to make important decisions concerning the organization's activities and governance.

Key aspects of a jäsenkokous include the election of officials such as the board of directors, auditors, and any other necessary committees. It is also where the organization's financial statements are reviewed and approved, and the budget for the upcoming period is decided. Furthermore, amendments to the organization's bylaws or statutes are often proposed and voted upon during a jäsenkokous.

The frequency of jäsenkokous meetings can vary. Many organizations hold an annual general meeting (vuosikokous), which is the most significant meeting of the year. Extraordinary general meetings (ylimääräinen jäsenkokous) can be convened if urgent matters arise that cannot wait until the next scheduled meeting.

Proper procedure for calling and conducting a jäsenkokous is usually stipulated in the organization's bylaws. This typically involves providing members with advance notice of the meeting, along with an agenda. Decisions are made through voting, with different voting rules potentially applying to various matters. The minutes of the meeting are recorded and serve as an official record of the decisions made.