Puoluekokous

Puoluekokous is the Finnish term for a political party congress. It is the highest decision-making body within a Finnish political party. Typically held at regular intervals, often annually or every few years, the puoluekokous brings together delegates from local party organizations and members. The primary functions of a puoluekokous include setting the party's political platform and strategy, electing the party leader and other key officials, and approving the party's budget. It serves as a forum for internal debate and discussion, allowing members to influence the direction of the party. Decisions made at the puoluekokous are binding on the party's leadership and its representatives in elected bodies. The specific rules and procedures for convening and conducting a puoluekokous vary from party to party, often detailed in their respective statutes. The event is a significant moment in the life of a political party, shaping its public image and its policy agenda for the period leading up to the next congress.