SCHEDULE A
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE, MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES AND GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK
(Annex to the Articles of Association of the EurAsia Forum)
This Schedule forms an integral part of the Articles of Association and provides the organizational framework of the Forum.
Unless otherwise required by Swiss law, the Board of Directors may amend this Schedule from time to time, provided that such amendments remain fully consistent with the Articles of Association and are reported to the General Assembly.
I. Membership Categories
The Forum may establish one or more of the following categories of membership.
The Board of Directors may further define the rights, obligations and eligibility requirements of each category by Internal Regulations.
1. Founding Members
Individuals or legal entities who participated in establishing the Forum.
2. Individual Members
Professionals, academics, researchers, entrepreneurs, executives, public officials, and other individuals supporting the objectives of the Forum.
3. Corporate Members
Companies and commercial enterprises committed to sustainable business development, innovation, international cooperation and responsible corporate governance.
Corporate Members may appoint representatives to participate in Forum activities.
4. Institutional Members
Government agencies, international organizations, universities, research institutes, chambers of commerce, foundations, associations and other institutions supporting the Forum’s mission.
5. Academic Members
Universities, professors, researchers, think tanks and educational institutions engaged in academic cooperation and policy research.
6. Honorary Members
Individuals who have made outstanding contributions to sustainable development, international cooperation, public policy, business leadership or academic research.
Honorary Membership shall be conferred by resolution of the Board of Directors.
Honorary Members shall normally be exempt from membership fees.
7. Strategic Partners
Organizations maintaining long-term strategic cooperation with the Forum.
Strategic Partners shall not automatically possess voting rights unless otherwise determined by the Board.
8. Supporting Members
Individuals or organizations wishing to financially or professionally support the Forum without participating in governance.
II. Membership Fees
Annual membership fees shall be determined by the General Assembly or by the Board of Directors under delegated authority.
The Board may establish different fee levels for different membership categories.
The Board may reduce, waive or exempt membership fees for:
- Honorary Members;
- Students;
- Academic researchers;
- International organizations;
- Public institutions;
- Special cooperation partners.
III. Governance Structure
The Forum may establish the following governance positions.
Board of Directors
The Board may include:
- President
- Vice President(s)
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- Director(s)
The Board may establish additional positions whenever necessary.
Executive Management
The executive management of the Forum may include:
- General Secretary
- General Manager
- Executive Director
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Deputy General Secretary
- Deputy Executive Director
Additional executive positions may be created by the Board.
IV. Standing Committees
The Board may establish permanent committees including but not limited to:
Finance and Audit Committee
Responsible for financial oversight and risk management.
Membership Committee
Responsible for membership development and admissions.
Research Committee
Responsible for academic research and policy studies.
Sustainability Committee
Responsible for ESG, SDGs, climate transition and sustainable development initiatives.
International Cooperation Committee
Responsible for relations with governments, international organizations and overseas partners.
Strategic Partnerships Committee
Responsible for corporate partnerships, sponsorships and strategic cooperation.
Conference and Events Committee
Responsible for international forums, summits and conferences.
Education and Capacity Building Committee
Responsible for training programmes, executive education and professional development.
Digital Innovation Committee
Responsible for digital transformation, artificial intelligence, emerging technologies and innovation.
The Board may establish, merge or dissolve committees whenever necessary.
V. Regional Offices
The Forum may establish:
- National Chapters
- Regional Chapters
- Country Offices
- Liaison Offices
- Representative Offices
inside or outside Switzerland.
Each office shall operate under policies approved by the Board.
VI. Think Tank Network
The Forum may establish one or more international Think Tanks composed of experts from:
- Government
- Academia
- International Organizations
- Financial Institutions
- Business Leaders
- Scientists
- Legal Professionals
- Sustainability Experts
Their role shall be advisory only.
VII. Awards and Recognition
The Forum may establish awards, fellowships and honorary distinctions, including but not limited to:
- EurAsia Sustainable Leadership Award
- EurAsia ESG Excellence Award
- Innovation Award
- Distinguished Research Award
- Lifetime Achievement Award
The criteria shall be determined by the Board.
VIII. Official Publications
The Forum may publish:
- Annual Reports
- Sustainability Reports
- Policy Papers
- White Papers
- Research Journals
- Working Papers
- Executive Briefings
IX. Official Events
The Forum may organize:
- EurAsia Forum Annual Meeting
- Ministerial Roundtables
- CEO Forums
- ESG Forums
- Sustainable Business Forums
- Academic Conferences
- Youth Leadership Forums
- Executive Training Programmes
X. Amendment of this Schedule
This Schedule may be amended by resolution of the Board of Directors unless otherwise required by the Articles of Association or Swiss law.
Any amendments shall be reported to the next General Assembly.