GFWC-South Brunswick Islands

What are the Responsibilities of Membership?

Membership in an organization carries with it obligations and responsibilities.  Each member should read and understand the bylaws that serve as a contract between the member and the organization.  The following responsibilities are common to members of organizations and also apply to members of federated clubs.

1. Attend the meetings with regularity and be prompt!
2. Contribute one's talents to the organization through service on committees and active participation in the work of the organization.
3. Make prompt payment of financial obligations.
4. Accept and uphold the will of the majority and respect the rights of the minority.
5. Promote the objectives and aims of the club.
6. Perform faithfully all assigned duties and when that is impractical ask to be excused.
7. Participate in the discussions and decisions on the issues and express an opinion during the meeting not after the decision is made.
8. Exercise the privilege of voting.
9. Give courteous attention during club meetings.
10. Avoid discussing the club business outside the meeting.
11. Remain until the meeting is declared adjourned by the chair.
12. Refrain from criticism of those who have accepted responsibility and or speakers.
13. Offer only constructive criticism.
14. Learn and practice parliamentary procedure.
15. Enjoy your membership with enthusiasm!

Keep Informed

Participate

Vote Intelligently

Share Responsibility

Support Club Decisions

Be a Harmonizer... An Energizer...An Encourager!

It is the responsibility of each club member to be registered to vote in the county of her residency, to attend at least 4 club meetings per year and to participate in all major projects voted on by the club's membership! 

GFWC-NC Honorary Life Members:

Polly G. Russ (1984)

Kelly S. Barefoot (2002)