CHINA  ASSOCIATION FOR NGO COOPERATION

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丨International Exchange and Cooperation

With the development of economic globalization, CSOs in China have stepped forward to “going out” from “bringing in”. CANGO played its due role of a platform for international exchange and cooperation, resources integration and industry-led development. It has always maintained a good cooperative relationship with international NGOs, multilateral and bilateral institutions engaged in social development. In terms of “bringing in”, CANGO raised international funds, drew upon international experience to promote the growth of domestic CSOs, and improve the development of public welfare industry; In terms of “going out”, CANGO supported domestic CSOs to gradually develop from conducting single and bilateral exchanges, personnel exchanges, and cross-regional cooperation to participating in international conferences, holding side events, making Chinese voices heard, and telling China stories well. CANGO explored and supported domestic CSOs to go global, at the same time, it actively conducted research and advocacy on the internationalization strategy of CSOs and promoted domestic CSOs to participate in international cooperation and global governance in various ways and offered advice at national strategy level.

International Network and Platform

Over the past three decades, CANGO has always been committed to promoting civil exchange and cooperation at home and abroad, and actively expanding international relations and networks. Up to now, CANGO has obtained qualifications and participated in the networks as follows:

In 2007, CANGO was accredited by the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations as an NGO with special consultative status;

In 2011, CANGO was accredited with consultative status by the UN World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD) and was qualified as an observer of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

In 2020, CANGO was qualified as an observer of The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

In 2006, CANGO became member of The World Alliance for Citizen Participation and The International Union for Conservation of Nature（IUCN）.

In 2021 and 2022, CANGO became member of The Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization（GEIDCO）and The Global Alliance for Trade in Services.

EU-China NGO Twinning

From 2013 to 2019, the 7-year “EU-China NGO Twinning Project” promoted in-depth and sustainable exchanges and cooperation on environment, climate change and social issues through field work and study exchanges between Chinese and European CSOs. A total of 180 CSO staffs from more than 20 European countries and 18 Chinese cities were paired as twinning partners. It conducted experience exchange in fields of renewable energy, carbon emissions trading scheme, health and sanitation, gender, public benefit litigation, garbage management and environmental education. People from both sides built an “alumni network” which facilitated a number of joint follow-up programs.

International Volunteer Exchange

From 2009 to 2016, 18 volunteers from the Europe were invited to China for 3 to 6 months to conduct mutual learning and voluntary services. In 2011, international volunteer exchange network was established and study tours and exchanges were organized in Vietnam with 18 volunteers from China, France, Vietnam and Belgium participation. In 2012, volunteer network expanded 8 countries like China, Spain, Lithuania, Poland, Greece, Vietnam, India and the Philippines, and conducted Indian Photography Exchange Week, Eurasian Diet Culture Youth Exchange Workshop, Diet Culture Exchange Week in Italy, European Volunteer Service-Learning Sustainable Development, Europe and Asia Youth Communication-Digging Deep Project, Eurasia for Youth Entrepreneur and Social Business and Building Empowering Environment for Youth Employability. In 2017, working with the partner volunteer organizations from Italy, Greece, Brazil, Portugal, Kenya, India, Philippines and other 13 countries from 4 continents, CANGO helped young people to undergo work-based learning to improve the employment environment.

Multilateral/Regional Exchange

In 2009, CANGO received a delegation led by the Vice Minister of Justice of Vietnam, to enhance the communication between China and Vietnam in legal aid, registration and development of CSOs. The “Public Participation in the Development of Grassroots Democracy -China and Germany CSO Forum” was held in Beijing, and representatives from the Ministry of Civil Affairs, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Commerce and the embassies in China exchanged views with experts from China and Germany on topics such as the comparison of the legal management framework of grassroots democracy. In 2004, the 27th FAO Regional NGO/CSO Consultation for Asia and the Pacific was hosted by CANGO in Beijing. In 2006, the China-Japan NGO Forum kicked off and promoted many project cooperation between China and Japan. In 2008, the East Asia Peace Forum 2008 was held in Shenzhen. In 2009, the first East Asia Civil Society Forum was launched in Tokyo, Japan, and it has been held for 11 times till now. In 2013, the third China-Europe-South America Dialogue Meeting was held in Beijing, focusing on issues of common concern, i.e., the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and sustainable development post-2015. From 2011 to 2013, CANGO conducted the project of EU-China Civil Society Dialogue on Participatory Public Policy and held dialogues on “Climate Change, Sustainable Consumption and Production”, “International Conference on Civil Society Contribution to Policy Innovation in China”, “EU-China Civil Society Dialogue on Information Disclosure”, “EU-China Civil Society Dialogue on Government Procurement” and “EU China Civil Society Dialogue on Disability Right” with the aim of promoting mutual understanding and cooperation in public policy and establishing a long-term communication mechanism.

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Constitution of China Association for the Promotion of International NGO Cooperation
The Articles of Association was adopted by the 7th General Meeting on October 21, 2016.

 

 

Chapter I General Provisions
Article 1 The name of this group is: China Association for NGO Cooperation, abbreviated as CANGO.
Article 2 The Group is a joint, national, non-profit social organization formed voluntarily by social organizations, social service institutions, foundations, enterprises and institutions, public welfare people and individuals, and has the legal personality of an independent association.
Article 3 The purpose of the Group is to strengthen exchanges and cooperation with domestic and foreign non-governmental organizations, governments, enterprises and people who are enthusiastic about public welfare undertakings in social development, poverty alleviation, environmental protection and civil society interaction, support the capacity-building of grass-roots non-governmental organizations, provide technical support, advice and services, and promote the coordination and development of social construction. The Group abides by the Constitution, laws, regulations and national policies, as well as social ethics.
Article 4 The Group accepts the business guidance, supervision and management of the Ministry of Civil Affairs of the People's Republic of China, the registration administration authority, and the Ministry of Commerce, the competent business unit.
Article 5 Domicile of the Group: Beijing
Chapter II Business Scope
Article 6 Business scope of the Group:
（1） Promote cooperation and development between partners and civil society and civil society institutions in China's old, young, border, poor and other regions through contacts and exchanges with overseas non-governmental organizations, international multilateral and bilateral institutions, domestic and foreign enterprises, and individuals or organizations enthusiastic about public welfare undertakings (hereinafter referred to as partners);
（2） To raise funds for the economic development and social progress of the old, young, border, poor and other regions of China, accept various donations from partners, sign project cooperation agreements and relevant texts with partners on behalf of member organizations and recipient regions or units, and be responsible for coordination and supervision during the implementation of the project;
（3） Undertake the feasibility study, demonstration, design, management and implementation of economic development and social progress cooperation projects in China's old, young, border, poor and other regions, and submit project progress reports, financial reports and audit reports as required by the partners;
（4） Hold various domestic and foreign training activities and experience exchange meetings related to the assistance projects, promote human resources development, economic and technological development, and enhance self-development capacity;
（5） To establish partnerships with overseas non-governmental organizations, and provide consulting services and relevant conveniences for overseas partners to carry out cooperation activities in China in accordance with national laws and regulations;
（6） Participate in meetings and activities of relevant international civil society organizations, and hold international civil society organization cooperation seminars or other international seminars. To carry out overseas assistance and provide necessary technical support, financial assistance and project cooperation for non-governmental organizations in developing countries;
（7） Prepare annual reports, bulletins, special issues and video materials to publicize the achievements and experiences of cooperation between Chinese social organizations and overseas non-governmental organizations, international multilateral and bilateral institutions, domestic and foreign enterprises, and individuals or organizations enthusiastic about public welfare undertakings.
Chapter III Members
Article 7 Types of members of the Group: unit members and individual members.
Article 8 Members who apply to join the Group must meet the following conditions:
（1） Support the constitution of the group;
（2） Willing to join the group;
（3） Have certain influence in the business (industry, discipline) of the Group;
（4） Domestic social organizations or individuals who play a role in promoting the development of international civil society organizations and have special research achievements can become members of the Association upon application and approval of the Council or the Standing Council.
Article 9 The membership procedures are as follows:
（1） Submit the application for membership to the Secretariat;
（2） It is discussed and approved by the board of directors or the executive director meeting;
（3） The membership certificate shall be issued by the Council or the Standing Council.
Article 10 Members shall enjoy the following rights:
（1） The right to vote, stand for election and vote of the Group;
（2） Participate in the activities of the group;
（3） Priority in obtaining services of the Group;
（4） The right to criticize, suggest and supervise the work of the group;
（5） Voluntary membership and free withdrawal;
（6） Enjoy the information, materials, Chinese and English briefings, consulting and services provided by China Council for the Promotion of the People's Republic of China.
Article 11 Members shall perform the following obligations:
（1） Comply with the Articles of Association of the Group and implement the resolutions of the Group;
（2） Safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the Group;
（3） Complete the work assigned by the group;
（4） Pay membership dues as required;
（5） Report to the Group and provide relevant information;
（6） In case of any major change in the organization, the personnel change, business change and immediate change shall be submitted to the China Council for the Promotion of the People's Republic of China within one month.
Article 12 When a member withdraws from the association, he/she shall notify the Group in writing and return his/her membership card. If a member fails to pay the membership fee or participate in the activities of the group for two consecutive years, it will be deemed as automatic withdrawal.
Article 13 If a member seriously violates the Articles of Association, he/she shall be expelled after being voted by the Council or the Standing Council.
Chapter IV Formation and Removal of Organizational Structure and Responsible Persons
Article 14 The highest authority of the Group is the General Assembly, whose functions and powers are:
（1） Formulate and amend the Articles of Association;
（2） Elect and remove directors and supervisors;
（3） Review the work reports and financial reports of the Board of Directors and the Board of Supervisors;
（4） Formulate and revise the membership fee standard;
（5） Decide on termination;
（6） Decide on other major issues.
Article 15 The general meeting of members can be convened only when more than two thirds of the members are present, and its resolution can take effect only after being approved by more than half of the members present.
Article 16 The general meeting shall be held every five years.
Article 17 The Board of Directors is the executive body of the General Assembly, leading the Group to carry out its daily work during the intersessional period, and is responsible for the General Assembly. If the council needs to change its term in advance or postponed for 5 years due to special circumstances, it shall be voted by the council, submitted to the competent business unit for review and approved by the society registration authority. The extension of the term of office shall not exceed 1 year.
Article 18 The functions and powers of the Council are:
（1） Implement the resolutions of the general meeting;
（2） Elect and remove the chairman, vice chairmen and executive directors; Appoint and dismiss the Secretary General;
（3） Prepare and convene the general meeting;
（4） Report work and financial status to the General Assembly;
（5） To decide on the admission and expulsion of members;
（6） To decide on the establishment, change and cancellation of administrative offices, branches, representative offices and entities;
（7） Decide on the appointment of the Deputy Secretary General and the principal heads of all agencies;
（8） To lead the work of all organizations of the Group;
（9） Formulate internal management system;
（10） Decide on other major issues.
Article 19 The board of directors can be convened only when more than two-thirds of the directors are present, and its resolution can take effect only when more than two-thirds of the directors present vote.
Article 20 The Council shall hold at least one meeting every year. Under special circumstances, it can be held in the form of communication.
Article 21 The Group shall establish a standing council. The Standing Council shall be elected by the Council, and its number shall not exceed one-third of the number of members. It shall exercise the functions and powers specified in Items 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 of Article 18 when the Council is not in session, and shall be responsible to the Council.
Article 22 The standing council can be convened only when more than two-thirds of the standing directors are present, and its resolution can take effect only when more than two-thirds of the standing directors present vote.
Article 23 The Standing Council shall hold a meeting at least half a year. Under special circumstances, the meeting can be held in the form of communication.
Article 24 The Chairman, Vice Chairman and Secretary General of the Group must meet the following conditions:
（1） Adhere to the Party's line, principles, policies and good political quality;
（2） It has great influence in the business field of the Group;
（3） The maximum age of the chairman and vice chairmen shall not exceed 70;
（4） The maximum age of the Secretary General shall not exceed 70 years old, and the Secretary General shall be full-time;
（5） Healthy and able to work normally;
（6） Have not been subject to criminal punishment of deprivation of political rights;
（7） Have full civil capacity.
Article 25 If the chairman, vice-chairman and secretary-general of the Group exceed the maximum age for service, they must be voted by the Council, submitted to the competent business unit for review and approved by the society registration authority before taking up their posts.
Article 26 The term of office of the Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Group shall be 5 years, and the maximum term shall not exceed two. If the term of office needs to be extended due to special circumstances, it shall be approved by more than two-thirds of the members in the general meeting, submitted to the competent business unit for review, and approved by the society registration authority before taking the post.
Article 27 The chairman of the board of directors is the legal representative of the group, who signs relevant important documents on behalf of the group. Under special circumstances, if authorized by the president of the manager, approved by the council, reported to the competent business unit for review, and approved by the association registration authority, the vice president or the secretary general can act as the legal representative. The legal representative of the Group shall not concurrently serve as the legal representative of other groups.
Article 28 The Chairman of the Group shall exercise the following functions and powers:
（1） Convening and presiding over the Council and the Standing Council;
（2） Check the implementation of resolutions of the General Assembly, the Council and the Standing Council.
Article 29 The Secretary General of the Group shall exercise the following functions and powers:
（1） Preside over the daily work of the office and organize the implementation of the annual work plan;
（2） Coordinate the work of each branch, representative office and entity;
（3） Nominate the deputy secretary-general and the main heads of all offices, branches, representative offices and entities, and submit them to the Council or the Standing Council for decision;
（4） Decide on the employment of full-time staff of administrative offices, representative offices and entities;
（5） Handle other daily affairs.
Article 30 The Group shall establish a board of supervisors. The Board of Supervisors is the supervisory body of the Group, which supervises the financial affairs of the Group on behalf of all members, supervises the performance of duties of directors and executive directors, and has other functions and powers specified in the Articles of Association.
Article 31 The Board of Supervisors of the Group is composed of three supervisors, with one chairman. The members of the Board of Supervisors shall be elected by the General Meeting. The term of office of the supervisors is the same as that of the directors, who can be re elected. The directors of the Group shall not concurrently serve as supervisors.
Article 32 Responsibilities of the Board of Supervisors of the Group:
（1） Supervise the Council's implementation of the resolutions and articles of association of the General Assembly;
（2） Review the financial audit process and results of the Group;
（3） Supervise the performance of the chairman or members of the board of directors, and have the right to ask for responsibilities and suspend for inspection;
（4） Put forward work questions and suggestions for improvement to the chairman or the council;
（5） Report on the supervision work to the General Assembly and the Council.
Article 33 The meeting of the Board of Supervisors shall be convened and held by the chairman of the Board of Supervisors, and the voting system shall be one person one vote. The resolution of the Board of Supervisors can take effect only with the consent of more than two-thirds of the supervisors. When the Board of Supervisors convenes a meeting of supervisors, a meeting record shall be formed. If supervisors have different opinions on a resolution, their opinions shall be recorded in the meeting record.
Chapter V Principles of Asset Management and Use
Article 34 Funds of the Group:
（1） Membership fees;
（2） Donation;
（3） Government funding;
（4） Income from activities and services carried out within the approved business scope;
（5） Interest;
（6） Other legitimate income.
Article 35 The Group shall collect membership fees according to the charging standards determined by the general meeting.
Article 36 The funds of the Group must be used for the business scope and business development specified in the Articles of Association, and shall not be distributed among members.
Article 37 The Group shall establish a strict financial management system to ensure that the accounting materials are legal, true, accurate and complete.
Article 38 The Group shall be staffed with accountants with professional qualifications. The accountant shall not concurrently serve as the cashier. Accounting personnel must conduct accounting and exercise accounting supervision. When the accountant is transferred or leaves his/her job, he/she must complete the handover procedures with the receiver.
Article 39 The assets management of the Group must implement the financial management system prescribed by the State and be subject to the supervision of the general meeting and the competent business department. If the source of assets belongs to state financial allocations or social donations or subsidies, they must be subject to the supervision of audit institutions, and the relevant information must be disclosed to the public in an appropriate way.
Article 40 The Group must accept professional financial audit before changing its term of office or legal representative.
Article 41 No unit or individual may misappropriate, privately divide or misappropriate the assets of the Group.
Article 42 The remuneration standards of full-time staff of the Group include post salary, social insurance, welfare benefits, etc. The standards are determined by the Council or the Executive Director in accordance with relevant national regulations.
Chapter VI Procedures for Amendment of the Articles of Association
Article 43 Any amendment to the Articles of Association of the Group shall be submitted to the General Meeting for deliberation after being voted by the Board of Directors.
Article 44 The revised Articles of Association of the Group shall be submitted to the competent business unit for review within 15 days after the approval of the general meeting, and shall take effect after being approved by the association registration authority.
Chapter VII Termination Procedures and Property Disposal after Termination
Article 45 If the Group needs to be cancelled due to the completion of its purpose or self dissolution or division, merger or other reasons, the Council or the Standing Council shall propose a motion for termination.
Article 46 The termination motion of the Group shall be voted by the general meeting and submitted to the competent business unit for review and approval.
Article 47 Before the termination of the Group, a liquidation organization shall be established under the guidance of the competent business unit and relevant authorities to clear up the claims and debts and deal with the aftermath. During liquidation, no activities other than liquidation shall be carried out.
Article 48 The Group shall terminate upon the cancellation of registration by the association registration authority.
Article 49 The remaining property after the termination of the Group shall be used for the development of undertakings related to the Group's purposes under the supervision of the competent business unit and the society registration and administration authority, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the State.
Chapter VIII Supplementary Provisions
Article 50 The Articles of Association was adopted by the seventh general meeting on October 21, 2016.
Article 51 The Board of Directors of the Group reserves the right to interpret the Articles of Association.
Article 52 The Articles of Association shall come into force as of the date of approval by the association registration authority.

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