ARTICLE I - ESTABLISHMENT AND NATURE

Section 1.1 - Formation and Authority

This Association is formed by virtue of the internationally recognized human right to freedom of association and freedom of religion, allowing everyone to freely create independent private organizations,
free from any government control or interference.
In accordance with Swiss private law, the association is a private entity that administers itself independently and organizes itself freely,
without interference from the State.
Swiss law confers on the association the status of a private organization, which can self-regulate and define its own rules of operation.

Section 1.2 - Private Membership Association

The Association shall exist and operate entirely as a private membership association and NGO, distinct from public entities, outside the authority of state regulators, agencies or officials.

Section 1.3 - Activities

The association may work in collaboration with other associations to achieve its missions, being able to either offer a contribution or receive a contribution from other associations in order to accomplish their mutual goals, with some associations being directly related as sister or auxiliary associations.

ARTICLE II – MEMBERSHIP RIGHTS AND AGREEMENT

Section 2.1 - Rights

Members shall retain their constitutionally guaranteed rights of free association, speech, assembly and all other liberties when participating in the private affairs of this Association.

Section 2.2 - Agreement

Membership is open to individuals who share and want to support the purpose and values of the association and agree with the « Association guidelines ».

Section 2.3 - Application

Membership is acquired by submitting a written application through mail, email or other means, making an oral request directly to the board of directors or to any individual board member, by being accepted to participate in any Association activities by a board member or by being nominated for membership by one or more founding members.

Section 2.4 - Voting

Membership in the Association does not grant any voting rights or give members any rights with respect to the business, operations, or conduct of the Association.

Nevertheless, members can share their ideas and opinions with the board of directors.

Section 2.5 – Fees and donation

Membership fee amount is free or voluntary and Members may choose to add a voluntary contribution and/or donation, but payment of a membership fee is not mandatory.

This membership fee options could change in the future and members will be informed if this is the case.

Section 2.6 - Access

Members can access all the "services/missions" offered by the association, unless certain « services » have associated cost necessary to be paid by the member (rent…).

Section 2.7 – Special Assessments

The board of directors may request voluntary special assessments from members to cover extraordinary expenses or projects not funded by the regular budget.

Section 2.8 – Application Approval

Membership in the Association can only be granted or authorized by the Board of Directors, and no other individual or entity has the power to approve or deny membership applications.

Section 2.9 – Private agreement

Membership is a private contractual agreement between the Association and each individual member. By choosing to join, a member accepts the responsibilities, rules, disciplinary processes and jurisdiction outlined in the association guidelines as a condition of membership.

Section 2.10 - Complaints

By joining, members, have freely chosen to change their legal status from general public to private member of the Association. Consequently, they accept all personal responsibilities for their own acts of consumption and/or participation within the Association, releasing the Association from any liability in this regard. Members expressly waive any rights to file formal complaints against the Association, its members or leadership for unintentional actions, decisions or harm, except in cases where without their consent, there is clear evidence of intentional misconduct that directly and imminently threatens the safety or well-being of members.

ARTICLE III - SELF-GOVERNANCE

Section 3.1 - Governing Authority

The Association shall be self-governing, deriving its authority solely from the articles of association, Constitution, Association Guidelines or internal regulations, policies and procedures as established by the founding members.

Only the Founding Members/board members of the Association shall have the authority to make decisions regarding the management and direction of the Association, including but not limited to:

• Amending these Association Guidelines

• Electing or removing members of the Board of Directors

• Accepting or rejecting membership application

• Approving or rejecting changes to the Association's mission, vision, or objectives

• Making decisions on the Association's financial and operational matters

All other members shall have no authority to make decisions or take actions on behalf of the Association, and shall be bound by the decisions made by the Founding Members.

Section 3.2 - Limited Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction of the Association is limited solely to its own internal affairs, operations and relations with its private membership.
No public or state authority may regulate the private activities of this Association.

Section 3.3 - Amendment

The Association Guidelines, may be amended from time to time by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE IV - RULES OF CONDUCT

Members shall act ethically and avoid harming the association or others by,
included but not limited to:

Adhere with the association's guidelines and policies,

Promoting the interests of the community and refraining from detrimental conduct,

Comply with applicable laws and abstaining from illegal activities,

Treating other members, staff and guests with respect, without verbal or physical abuse,

Caring for the association's property and avoiding damage or misuse,

Members agree to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all internal activities, interactions, and information shared within the Association, ensuring nothing is disclosed outside the membership, unless authorization has clearly been given.

Etc.

The overarching ethical obligation is to avoid harming the association, its members or property through one's actions or inactions. This requires a commitment to integrity, responsibility and consideration for others.

By upholding these principles, members contribute to a positive, safe and productive environment that enables the association to thrive. Disciplinary measures may be taken if ethical standards are seriously breached.

ARTICLE V - Disciplinary Process

Alleged violations of the rules of conduct shall be reported to the ethics committee in writing.

The ethics committee shall investigate the matter and provide the accused member an opportunity to respond.

If a violation is found, the ethics committee may impose disciplinary measures such as:

Private reprimand, Public censure, Temporary suspension of membership privileges, Termination of membership…

The consequences of non-compliance, can include fines, penalties, or other fair and proportionate measures.

The accused member may appeal the ethics committee's decision to the board of directors.

The board's decision on appeal shall be final.

ARTICLE VI - ASSOCIATION JURISDICTION

These guidelines apply to all members of the association.

The association shall have jurisdiction over member conduct that occurs:

On association premises, at events organized by the association, in the course of association business or missions, through electronic communications or social media...

The association's disciplinary process is separate from and in addition to any civil or criminal proceedings related to the conduct.

ARTICLE VII – AGREEMENT AND CONSENT

By applying for and accepting membership in the Association, each member expressly acknowledges, agrees and consents to comply with all rules, policies and procedures set forth in these Association Guidelines, as may be amended from time to time by the Board of Directors in accordance with Article III Section 3.3.

Each member agrees that their membership and participation shall be governed by the terms and conditions of these Association Guidelines. These Guidelines represent the entire agreement between the Association and its members regarding membership and supersede any and all prior agreements, representations or warranties, whether written or oral. No modification or waiver of these Association Guidelines shall be valid unless approved in writing by the Board of Directors.

Submitting a membership application, receiving a membership, paying applicable dues, or participating in any Association activities constitutes the member's unequivocal acceptance of the rights, obligations and responsibilities
outlined in these Association Guidelines.

The right to freedom of religion precludes the state from determining the legitimacy of religious beliefs or the means used to express them. Limitations on religious manifestations are only permissible under the narrow circumstances defined by international human rights instruments, not based on the state's evaluation of the beliefs.

State officials have a strict duty of neutrality and impartiality towards religious communities, and must act in good faith to fulfill this duty. They cannot delegate this duty to biased religious or secular bodies.

The state cannot intervene in internal religious affairs by evaluating beliefs, reviewing ecclesiastical structures, or imposing bureaucratic restraints on religious appointments. Religious groups must be free to structure themselves according to their own beliefs.

These principles are derived from the European Convention on Human Rights, but are highly persuasive for interpreting the parallel provisions in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, which are binding on most countries.

Mandatory registration laws are impermissible because they infringe upon the fundamental right to freedom of religion.

The European Court of Human Rights has consistently held that individuals and groups should be free to practice their religion without needing to register with the state. This means that states cannot make registration a prerequisite for exercising religious beliefs or engaging in religious activities.

For example, in the case of Kokkinakis v. Greece (1993), the European Court of Human Rights ruled that a Greek law requiring prior authorization for religious proselytism violated the right to freedom of religion. The court held that the law was too broad and could be used to restrict legitimate religious activities. This decision established that states cannot impose undue burdens on religious groups or individuals seeking to practice their faith.

Similarly, in the case of Hasan and Chaush v. Bulgaria (2000), the European Court of Human Rights ruled that Bulgaria's requirement for religious groups to register with the state in order to operate legally was a violation of the right to freedom of religion. The court held that the registration requirement was too restrictive and could be used to discriminate against certain religious groups. Penalizing groups for unregistered religious activities also violates religious freedom.

In the case of Metropolitan Church of Bessarabia v. Moldova (2001), the European Court of Human Rights ruled that Moldova's refusal to register the Metropolitan Church of Bessarabia and its subsequent persecution of the church's members violated the right to freedom of religion. The court held that the state's actions were motivated by a desire to suppress the church's activities, rather than any legitimate concern for public order or safety.

These cases demonstrate that mandatory registration laws and penalties for unregistered religious activities are impermissible under international human rights law. States must respect the right to freedom of religion and allow individuals and groups to practice their faith without undue interference or restriction. References:

• Kokkinakis v. Greece (1993) ECHR 260-A

• Hasan and Chaush v. Bulgaria (2000) ECHR 309

• Metropolitan Church of Bessarabia v. Moldova (2001) ECHR 45701/99

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