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Autism Society Philippines members are called to attend the General Assembly on 28 April 2012, Saturday, 5:00pm (after the 1st Day of the 12th National Autism Conference) at the Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila, Ortigas Avenue, corner ADB Avenue, Quezon City. [Map]

Process for Nomination
1. During the General Assembly, any attending bonafide member can nominate candidates for the 11 positions for Board of Trustees
2. A nominated candidate should signify his/her willingness to be nominated to serve as a board member, either via physical presence or virtual presence (viaSkype/Facetime or the like)

Qualifications of Candidate for Board of Trustees
1. Willing and availableto serve in the board
2. Has leadershipqualities
3. Parent or legalguardian of a person diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder
4. An active (paying) memberof ASP for the past two (2) years
5. A candidate who is anelected Chapter President / Officercan also be nominated to serve as Trustee, but not as an officer of theNational Board

Tenure and Functionof the Board Members
1. Tenure of the Trusteeis two years after which they can be re-elected for another term
2. Elected trustees shall elect among themselves the officers of the board
3. Sets the strategic directions of the Society and ensures the effective and efficient implementation of its policies and programs

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Formulates general policies of the Society for approval by the General Assembly
2. Deliberates on specific policies, rules and regulations governing office operations
3. Reviews and approves the institutional budget and disbursements
4. Plans and evaluates theannual activities of the organization
5. Heads assigned committees
6. Expected to attend meetings at least every 2 months and special meetings

Notice is generated electronically by Autism Society Philippines National Office and was approved during the Board Meeting on 14 April 2012. For more information, call us at 7-903-5496 or email us at autismphils@gmail.com.

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