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Software-based translation; the French version is the authentic text
Preamble
The Greater Region is undergoing a profound demographic (r)evolution.
Currently, about one in five people is 65 years or older. According to forecasts, the number of people over 65 will increase by around 40% to more than 900,000 by 2050. Furthermore, more than half of the nursing staff are now retired, and their share of society is constantly growing.
The Senior Citizens’ Council of the Greater Region, which is supported by committed senior citizens and the administrations of the Greater Region, has set itself the goal of improving the living conditions of senior citizens in the Greater Region. The image of old age, which is usually associated with frailty and physical and mental limitations, is to be changed through project work and the positive aspects of old age are to be brought to the fore. The Senior Council’s project also aims to enhance and promote the work of family caregivers and volunteers in the Greater Region.
As part of the cross-border cooperation between more than 20 partners from the Greater Region – found through the Interreg program ‘Senior activ’ – numerous offers are made, measures are developed and implemented to positively influence the impending loss of independence of seniors. Central topics include the technical equipment and structural adaptation of apartments, the avoidance of social isolation and loneliness, as well as professional support and care. In addition, these measures are intended to contribute to a broader range of prevention and health services and to a stronger network of full-time and voluntary experts working with senior citizens in the Greater Region.
Senior Council of the Greater Region a.s.b.l.
< strong>Articles of association
Between the signatories and all those who may be admitted later, a non-profit association has been established, governed by the present statutes and the amended law of August 7, 2023 on non-profit associations and foundations.
Art. 1 – The association bears the name “Conseil des Seniors de la Grande Region asbl» (Senior Council of the Greater Region a.s.b.l.). (CSGR). Art. 2 – Its registered office is in Schengen. It may be transferred to any other location in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg by decision of the Board of Directors. Art. 3 – The duration of the association is unlimited. The association can establish or take over any establishment, institution or work, acquire any movable or immovable property necessary for the realization of the purpose or purposes for which it was established, and carry out any generally arbitrary acts that may directly or indirectly contribute to the realization of its purpose, provided that it remains within the limits of the law of August 7, 2023 on non-profit associations and foundations and all other legal provisions and regulations applicable to them. The association may merge with other associations or organizations that pursue similar purposes and correspond to the objectives of this association, or form an association, provided that this cooperation enables it to better carry out its activities and promote the interests of its cause vis-à-vis third parties. Another objective of the association is to promote scientific research and measures in the areas that are part of its main activity and related activities. These include, among other things: • Hearings of experts and stakeholders promote the active participation of older persons in all aspects of society, generally take appropriate account of personal concerns, represent seniors directly and authentically, The assembly will ensure that a balance is maintained between the different regions. Art. 6 – Any member can resign at any time by notifying the association in writing. Art. 7 – Membership is terminated if the membership fee is not paid. The modalities are set out in the rules of procedure. Art. 8 – The General Assembly may decide to expel a member for serious misconduct. The General Assembly is sovereign in its decision; the member must have had the opportunity to defend itself. Art. 9 – Each member has an annual fee , which is determined each year by the General Assembly. For members, this contribution may not exceed €100 for natural persons and €500 for legal entities. For honorary members, this contribution may not exceed €50 . Art. 10 – The General Assembly is composed of all members. It has a quorum when at least one representative per region is present or represented. Honorary members have no voting rights, but they do have the right to speak at the meetings. Art. 11 – The General Assembly is the supreme body of the association. It has the powers expressly recognized by law or by these statutes. Its jurisdiction includes in particular Art. 12 – At least one ordinary general assembly shall be held each year, usually in June. The General Assembly is convened by the President by letter or electronically to each member at least fifteen days before the meeting. The agenda is indicated in the invitation. Art. 13 – The association may at any time be convened by a decision of the Board of Directors to an extraordinary General Assembly. It must be convened at the request of at least one-fifth of the members. Each meeting shall be held on the date, at the time and place specified in the notice of the meeting. All full members must be invited. The General Assembly may also be held by electronic means. Art. 14 – Members may be represented by another member of the association. Art. 15 – Resolutions are adopted by a majority of the votes present or represented. In the event of dissolution of the association, the General Assembly appoints the liquidator(s) and determine their powers. In the event of dissolution, the assets of the association will be allocated to causes that are consistent with the purpose of the association and for the benefit of the elderly. Art. 17 – The decisions of the General Assembly are recorded in a minute book signed by the Chairman and a proxy. This register is kept at the company’s registered office, where all members can read it, but without moving the register. Any member may request extracts from the minutes. Art. 28 – The Board is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the association: The rules of procedure shall govern the details. Art. 29 – The board of directors shall meet upon written invitation of the chairperson or, in his/her absence, one of the deputy chairpersons. Art. 30 – The association is legally bound to third parties by the joint signature of two members of the committee, without the latter being required to prove their identity by means of a resolution, authorization or other special power. Legal proceedings, both actions and defences, are initiated or supported solely in the name of the association.Title II – Purpose
Title IV – Contributions
Title V – General Assembly
Title VI – Board of Directors
Title IX – Miscellaneous provisions
Art. 31 – The financial year is the calendar year.
Art. 32 – Anything not expressly provided for in these statutes shall be governed by the amended law of August 7, 2023 on non-profit associations.
Art. 33 – In order to ensure the Association’s establishment, the founding members shall remain ex officio members of the Association for an initial term of office, even if this does not correspond to the definitions in Article 5.
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