Bylaws

Bylaws

Bylaws

ARTICLE I – NAME

Section 1. Name

The name of this organization shall be the Korean American Medical Association – Southern California Chapter (“KAMA Southern California”), a local chapter affiliated with the Korean American Medical Association (National KAMA).

Section 2. Principal Office

The principal office of KAMA Southern California shall be located at such place as determined by the Board of Directors. The Board may designate additional mailing addresses or offices as necessary to conduct the business of the chapter.

ARTICLE II – PURPOSE

The purposes of KAMA Southern California are to:

  • Promote fellowship among Korean American physicians and healthcare professionals.
  • Support mentorship, networking, and professional development.
  • Encourage medical education, research, and community service.
  • Promote public health and healthcare advocacy.
  • Support the mission and initiatives of National KAMA.
  • Operate exclusively as a nonprofit organization for educational and charitable purposes.

ARTICLE III – MEMBERSHIP

Section 1. Eligibility

Membership is open to physicians, residents, fellows, medical students, and other healthcare professionals who support the mission of KAMA Southern California.

Section 2. Membership Categories

Membership categories may include:

  • Active Member
  • Resident/Fellow Member
  • Student Member
  • Emeritus Member
  • Honorary Member

Section 3. Good Standing

Members remain in good standing by complying with these bylaws and paying any applicable dues.

ARTICLE IV – MEETINGS

Section 1. Annual Meeting

The Chapter shall hold an Annual Meeting each year for elections, reports, and other official business.

Section 2. Special Meetings

Special meetings may be called by the President or by a majority of the Board of Directors.

Section 3. Notice

Members shall receive reasonable notice of meetings by email or other electronic communication.

Section 4. Quorum

A majority of Board members present shall constitute a quorum for Board meetings. A quorum for membership meetings shall be determined by the Board.

Section 5. Voting

Each Active Member in good standing shall have one vote. Unless otherwise provided in these bylaws, actions shall be approved by a majority vote.

ARTICLE V – BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Section 1. Composition

The Board of Directors shall consist of the elected Officers and additional Directors as determined by the Board.

Section 2. Duties

The Board shall:

  • Establish chapter policies.
  • Approve budgets.
  • Oversee finances.
  • Supervise chapter activities.
  • Support the mission of National KAMA.

Section 3. Terms

Board members shall serve two-year terms and may be reelected.

Section 4. Vacancies

Board vacancies shall be filled by majority vote of the remaining Board members.

Section 5. Removal

A Board member may be removed for failure to fulfill responsibilities or conduct inconsistent with the mission of the organization by a two-thirds vote of the Board.

ARTICLE VI – OFFICERS

Section 1. Officers

The officers shall include:

  • President
  • Vice President
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer

The Board may establish additional officer positions as needed.

Section 2. Duties

President

  • Serves as chief executive officer.
  • Presides over meetings.
  • Represents the Chapter.

Vice President

  • Assists the President.
  • Performs the President’s duties in the President’s absence.

Secretary

  • Maintains official records.
  • Records meeting minutes.
  • Provides meeting notices.

Treasurer

  • Oversees financial records.
  • Prepares financial reports.
  • Manages chapter funds.

Section 3. Terms

Officers shall serve two-year terms.

ARTICLE VII – COMMITTEES

The President, with Board approval, may establish standing or special committees, including:

  • Membership
  • Student & Resident Affairs
  • Programs & Events

Committee Chairs shall report regularly to the Board.

ARTICLE VIII – FINANCES

Section 1.

The fiscal year shall be January 1 through December 31.

Section 2.

The Treasurer shall maintain accurate financial records.

Section 3.

The Board shall approve:

  • Annual budget
  • Membership dues
  • Major expenditures

Any expenditure exceeding an amount established by the Board shall require approval by two authorized officers.

ARTICLE IX – CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Board members, officers, and committee chairs shall disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest and abstain from voting on matters involving such conflicts.

ARTICLE X – AMENDMENTS

These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of members present at a properly noticed meeting or by electronic vote approved by the Board.

ARTICLE XI – PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITY

Meetings shall generally follow Robert’s Rules of Order unless inconsistent with these bylaws.

ARTICLE XII – DISSOLUTION

Upon dissolution of the Chapter, all remaining assets shall be distributed in accordance with applicable nonprofit laws and the policies of National KAMA.