Präsidium

Präsidium is a German term used for the presidium, the leadership or executive committee of an organization, committee, or legislative body. It acts as the top decision-making and representative body, guiding policy, supervising the day-to-day work through the management or Vorstand, and ensuring that decisions of the broader assembly are implemented. The exact powers and composition vary by organization and jurisdiction.

In general, a Präsidium consists of a president (or chairperson) and several vice-presidents; other members such as a secretary-general, a treasurer, or additional representatives may be included. Members are typically elected by the organization's general assembly, council, or party congress for a fixed term. The Präsidium usually chairs meetings, sets the agenda in consultation with other bodies, represents the organization in external relations, and oversees committees or the Vorstand.

In parliamentary contexts, the term refers to the Presidium of a parliament, for example the Bundestag Präsidium in Germany, which includes the president and vice-presidents who preside over sessions, oversee procedural rules, and manage representation and ceremonial duties.

In associations, unions, political parties, and sports federations, the Präsidium serves as the top executive or policy-setting body, distinct from the everyday administration carried out by the Vorstand or Geschäftsführer. The exact division of responsibilities and voting rights is defined in statutes and by-laws.