GFWC-NC: District7

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.

• Attend the meetings,regularly,and be prompt.
• Contribute one's talents to the organization through service on committees and active participation in the work of the organization. Share responsibility.
• Make prompt payment of financial obligations.
• Accept and uphold the will of the majority and respect the rights of the minority.
• Promote the objects and aims of the club.
• Perform faithfully all assigned duties and when that is impracticable ask to be excused.
• Participate in discussions and decisions on issues and express an opinion during the meeting and not after the decision is made. Support club decisions.
• Voting is a privilege. Be informed and vote intelligently.
• Give courteous attention during club meetings.
• Avoid discussing the club business outside meetings.
• Remain until the meeting is declared adjourned by the chairman.
• Refrain from criticism of speakers and of members who have accepted responsibility.
• Offer only constructive criticism.
• Learn and practice parliamentary procedure.
• Enjoy your membership with enthusiasm.
• Keep informed.

GFWC-NC District 7 Dues 

Each local club is responsible for submitting district annual dues for each of their club members on or before January 15th of each year to the District 7 Treasurer.  District annual dues for each club member shall be $5.00.  For members that join after June 30th, district dues will be $2.50.