KumkaniFM Interview Part 3
Club Constitution and Bylaws
Purpose of the constitution and bylaws Every 4-H club is required to have a constitution and bylaws. The constitution and bylaws describe the organizational and governing structure of a 4-H club. Just like the Constitution of South Africa, the 4-H club constitution is the highest law of the club. The constitution describes the purpose of the club, basic principles that govern the club, who can be members, how often the club meets, etc. The bylaws are secondary principles that govern the club. Bylaws describe in detail the steps the club must follow in order to conduct business. Who is responsible for writing and approving the constitution and bylaws? It is important that club members, volunteer leaders, and parents all have input in the development of the club’s constitution and bylaws. Often a committee of club officers and adult leaders drafts the first version for the club’s approval. After completing its constitu...
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