South African Rheumatism and Arthritis Association

SARAA Council
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Background to the SARAA Council

Council members elected March 2001

Dr Gotlieb (EXCO president) 
Dr Kalla
Dr Lyddell
Dr Halland
Prof Mody
Dr Naigyer
Dr Van Duuren
Prof Tikly.

Accreditation. 
Peer review
National issues

Constitutional status of the SARAA Council

16.1 The Council shall consist of the following persons: the President, Honorary Secretary Treasurer, and 2 members from each of the three geographic regions (the Cape, Gauteng, Kwazulu – Natal incorporating Bloemfontein). 
16.2 There shall be representation from both the State and Private sectors; should either sector fail to gain representation by election the President shall nominate a representative from that sector.
16.3 The term of office of the Council shall be four years. Office bearers may stand for election as President during this time.
16.4 Nominations for the Council shall be called for 60 days prior to every fourth AGM  or second BGM and a postal ballot shall be conducted to coincide with the AGM / BGM.
16.5 The Council shall meet at least annually or more frequently if called upon by the President.
16.6. The Council shall decide on matters which in the opinion of Exco or the President require wider consultation.
16.7 A quorum shall consist of fifty percent of the members of the Council, without which the meeting shall be adjourned by those present.
16.8. A  member of the Association whose membership has been suspended by the Exco has the right to appeal to the Council.

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