Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By joining, associating with, or engaging in any CKCYSDA activity, all associations, organizations, Coordinators, volunteers, partners, and participants ("Members") explicitly agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions in their entirety.

Explicit Agreement

Your participation constitutes binding acceptance of these terms. Failure to comply may result in suspension or termination of membership without notice.

1.1 Binding Nature

These Terms form a legally binding agreement between each Member and CKCYSDA. Continued participation after any amendments constitutes acceptance of updated terms.

1.2 No Exceptions

No verbal agreements, side agreements, or informal understandings override these written Terms and Conditions.

2. Nature & Purpose of CKCYSDA

2.1 Legal Status

CKCYSDA is an umbrella coalition of community-based, youth, student, trade, and charity associations operating within Kiru Local Government Area, Kano State, Nigeria.

2.2 Core Purpose

The coalition exists exclusively for:

Unity Platform

Uniting diverse associations under a single platform

Coordination

Coordinating community development initiatives

Collective Voice

Amplifying collective voice for Kiru LGA development

Sustainable Development

Promoting sustainable development and youth empowerment

Collaboration

Fostering collaboration and resource sharing

3. Governance & Coordination Structure

Non-Traditional Leadership Model

CKCYSDA operates under a unique coordination model without conventional hierarchical leadership

No Executive Positions

No Chairmen, Presidents, Secretaries, Treasurers, or traditional executive roles

Coordinator System

Each member association appoints one (1) Coordinator to represent them

Collective Decision-Making

All Coordinators participate equally in decision-making processes

No Authority Hierarchy

No Coordinator holds authority over another. All are equal representatives

3.2 Coordinators Council

The collective body of all Coordinators forms the Coordinators Council, which is the supreme decision-making body of CKCYSDA.

Council Function	Description	Decision Mode
Policy Making	Establish coalition policies and guidelines	Consensus or 2/3 Majority
Program Approval	Approve development programs and initiatives	Simple Majority
Membership Decisions	Admit new associations or terminate membership	3/4 Majority
Financial Oversight	Approve budgets and financial decisions	2/3 Majority

4. Role & Responsibilities of Coordinators

4.1 Appointment & Tenure

Each member association appoints one Coordinator

Appointments must be in writing to CKCYSDA

Minimum tenure: 1 year (unless removed by association)

Maximum consecutive tenure: 3 years

30 days notice for Coordinator changes

4.2 Primary Responsibilities

Representation

Faithfully represent association's interests in all coalition matters

Communication

Serve as liaison between association and coalition

Participation

Actively participate in meetings and activities

Compliance

Ensure association complies with coalition decisions

5. Membership Requirements & Obligations

5.1 Eligibility Criteria

Be legally recognized or community-accepted in Kiru LGA

Have clear community development focus

Operate transparently and accountably

Commit to non-violence and peaceful methods

Accept CKCYSDA's non-political nature

5.2 Core Obligations

01

Respect Coalition Decisions

Abide by decisions made through proper channels

02

Maintain Discipline

Uphold highest standards of conduct in coalition activities

03

Protect Coalition Unity

Avoid actions that divide or weaken the coalition

6. Strict Non-Political Policy (ZERO TOLERANCE)

ABSOLUTE PROHIBITION OF POLITICAL ACTIVITIES

This is CKCYSDA's most fundamental and non-negotiable principle

6.1 What is Prohibited

Political Involvement

Supporting or opposing political parties
Campaigning for political candidates
Organizing political rallies or events

Government Propaganda

Promoting government political agendas
Acting as government mouthpiece
Distributing political propaganda

Political Endorsements

Endorsing political parties or candidates
Using coalition name for political purposes
Political fundraising activities

Zero Tolerance Enforcement

Immediate Termination

Any political involvement results in IMMEDIATE AND PERMANENT termination of membership

No Warning System

No warnings, no second chances, no appeals process

IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION

Working with Government ≠ Political Activity

CKCYSDA may collaborate with government agencies on development projects only, but must maintain complete political neutrality. Any government collaboration must be transparent, development-focused, and approved by the Coordinators Council.

7. Acceptance & Acknowledgment

Final Agreement

By participating in CKCYSDA activities, I acknowledge that:

I have read and understood these Terms and Conditions
I accept all provisions without reservation
I understand the Zero Tolerance political policy
I agree to comply with all requirements
I accept potential consequences for violations

Signature of Association Coordinator

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