§1

The association, named the association of engineering education directors Finland serves as a link between those responsible for technical fields in universities of applied sciences. The association is based in Helsinki.

§2

The purpose of the association is to support the national development of engineering education and various technical fields, promote the professional competence of its members, enhance their pedagogical skills in professional education, foster their technical and scientific advancement, develop their administrative leadership skills, and contribute to the internationalization of Finnish engineering education.

§3

The association fulfills its purpose by organizing courses, meetings, and industry-specific thematic events, as well as by arranging study and recreational trips. The association maintains connections with state and municipal authorities, business sectors, universities, and educational institutions. It may establish working groups, make initiatives, provide statements, engage in publishing activities, and be a member of international engineering education organizations while participating in various events.

§4

Membership in the association is open to individuals responsible for the management and development of engineering education in universities of applied sciences. The board may grant honorary membership to individuals who have significantly contributed to the association’s objectives. Legal entities may also be members of the association. Membership benefits remain unchanged for existing members.

§5

To finance its activities, the association may receive grants, donations, and bequests, as well as engage in publishing and distribution activities. The association may also own real estate and securities.

§6

Decision-making authority in the association rests with the general meeting. The annual meeting is convened by the board between May and August. The invitation to the annual meeting must be sent to members by letter or electronically at least two weeks before the meeting date.

An extraordinary meeting is convened when the board deems it necessary or when at least one-tenth (1/10) of the members request it in writing, stating the reason. The invitation process for an extraordinary meeting follows the same procedure as for the annual meeting and must specify the matters to be discussed.

The association’s operational and financial year runs from May 1st to April 30th.

§8

The following matters are addressed at the annual meeting:
1. Election of the chairperson, secretary, and two record examiners
2. Presentation of the board’s report on the previous operational year
3. Presentation of the auditors’ report and decision on granting discharge to the board
4. Decision on possible remuneration, travel compensation, and per diem for board members
5. Election of the chairperson of the board for the next operational year
6. Election of the regular board members and their personal deputies for the next operational year
7. Election of two auditors and their deputies for the next operational year
8. Determination of the membership fee
9. Approval of the operational plan for the next year
10. Approval of the budget for the next year
11. Discussion of other matters listed in the meeting invitation

Members have the right to propose matters for discussion at the annual meeting, provided they submit their proposals to the board at least four weeks in advance.

§9

Voting at the association’s meetings is open unless a closed ballot is requested. Members may vote by proxy. Decisions are made by a simple majority. In the event of a tie, the chairperson’s vote decides, except in elections, where the decision is made by drawing lots.

§10

The association’s board consists of a chairperson and four regular members, each with a deputy. The chairperson and board members are elected for a two-year term, with two members and their deputies retiring annually. The board elects a vice-chairperson, secretary, and treasurer from among its members each year. The board has a quorum when the chairperson or vice-chairperson and at least two other members are present.

§11

The board’s responsibilities include:

1. Leading the association’s activities in accordance with the rules
2. Managing the association’s finances
3. Accepting and expelling members and maintaining the membership register
4. Implementing decisions made at association meetings
5. Convening the annual and extraordinary meetings and preparing their agendas
6. Establishing necessary working groups and committees

§12

The association’s name is signed either by the chairperson alone or jointly by two regular board members.

§13

A proposal to amend these rules must be submitted to the board at least four weeks before the annual meeting. Amendments require a majority of at least ⅔ of the votes cast at the annual meeting.

A decision to dissolve the association also requires a ⅔ majority vote. Upon dissolution, the association’s assets must be allocated to a cause aligned with its objectives, as decided by a simple majority vote.