Articles of Association
Articles of Association for the Advocacy Group for Parents and Guardians of Trans Children and Youth in Iceland – Trans Allies
Article 1 The name of the association is Trans Vinir, Hagsmunasamtök; its English name is Trans Allies. Its domicile and legal venue shall be in Reykjavík.
Article 2 Trans Allies is open to anyone who wishes to work in accordance with the association's goals. No formal membership registry will be maintained; instead, the membership roster shall be derived from the association's Facebook group. Those who are members of the association's Facebook group are considered members within the meaning of these Articles.
Article 3 The goals and role of the association are:
To strengthen social connections among parents and guardians of trans children, youth, and trans adults.
To empower and support the initiative of all parents/guardians of trans individuals in organizing events where all members of Trans Allies have an equal opportunity to participate.
To host events for all members and families at least twice a year and to actively participate in Reykjavik Pride (Hinsegin dagar).
To foster solidarity and cohesion among parents/guardians and families of trans individuals who take part in the activities of Trans Allies.
To provide a platform for parents/guardians to connect with the queer community, empower their children, and receive support through education and fellowship.
To act as an advocacy and lobby group to advance our causes, particularly in relation to the government, the healthcare system, and other relevant institutions.
Article 4 Membership is open to anyone interested in the welfare of trans children, youth, and trans adults in Iceland who wishes to assist in advancing their causes.
Article 5 The operating year of the association shall be the calendar year. At the Annual General Meeting (AGM), the Board of Directors shall present a report. Those who participate in the activities of Trans Allies are eligible to attend the AGM. The AGM shall be advertised through the association's Facebook page.
Article 6 The Annual General Meeting (AGM) shall be held no later than March 1st each year and shall be convened with at least two weeks' notice by verifiable means. The AGM is legally constituted if properly convened. A simple majority of attending members shall decide all matters. The agenda of the AGM shall be as follows:
Election of a meeting chair and a secretary
Presentation of the Board's report
Presentation of accounts for approval
Amendments to the Articles of Association
Election of the Board of Directors and two lay auditors
Other business The Board is authorized to add other items to the AGM agenda if deemed necessary.
Article 7 The Board of Directors shall consist of at least five members elected at the AGM for a term of two years, and they share equal responsibility for the association's operations. At the founding meeting, two board members shall be elected for a one-year term. It is also permitted to elect up to two alternate board members. The Board shall allocate duties among its members. The Board manages the affairs of the association between AGMs and calls meetings. The power to bind the association (firmaritun) rests with a majority of the Board. The lay auditors shall review the association's accounts and examine its financial records. The lay auditors' report shall form part of the association's annual financial statements. Auditors shall be elected at the association's AGM.
Article 8 The association will fund its operations by applying for grants, accepting voluntary donations, and hosting fundraising events.
Article 9 Any operational surplus from the association’s activities shall be allocated to educational materials or events hosted by the association. The association may carry funds over between years if saving for major events organized by the association, such as a conference for members and others interested in the association's causes. The Board shall not incur debts in the name of the association except with the approval of a majority at a legally convened meeting.
Article 10 These Articles of Association may only be amended at a legally constituted AGM, where a simple majority of attending members shall decide the outcome. All proposals for amendments must be submitted to the Board two weeks prior to the AGM.
Article 11 If the association dissolves, its assets and records shall be placed in the custody of Samtökin ’78 in Reykjavík until the association is revived. A decision to dissolve the association must be made at an AGM two consecutive years in a row, and such a proposal must be advertised in the same manner as an amendment to these Articles. The association's assets shall be allocated at the same meeting. For such a proposal to be approved, it requires a simple majority vote.
These Articles of Association were approved at the association's meeting. Date: 16.02.2023.