NORWEGIAN COUNCIL FOR TOLERANCE AND PEACE (NCTP)

UNIFIED CONSTITUTION & INTERNATIONAL BYLAWS

Fully Compliant with Norwegian Law, UN Charters, and EU NGO Governance Frameworks

Preamble

Believing that tolerance and peace are fundamental human virtues necessary for building harmonious, just, and civilized societies; guided by the UNESCO Declaration of Principles on Tolerance (1995), the Charter of the United Nations, and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; and operating under the statutory frameworks of the Kingdom of Norway and the European Union, the Norwegian Council for Tolerance and Peace (NCTP) hereby establishes these Unified Constitution & Bylaws as its governing document globally.

ARTICLE I: NAME, LEGAL STATUS & JURISDICTIONS

Section 1.01 Name & Legal Entity

The official name of the organization is the Norwegian Council for Tolerance and Peace (NCTP). The organization operates globally as an independent, non-governmental, non-profit, non-partisan international organization.

Section 1.02 Legal Jurisdictions & Offices

• Kingdom of Norway: The Council maintains its primary international status and headquarters in Norway, governed in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations of the Kingdom of Norway.

• Regional & International Representations: The Council reserves the right to establish regional branches, diplomatic representations, or administrative offices across European Union member states, United Nations hubs, and other nations worldwide as determined by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE II: MISSION & OBJECTIVES

Section 2.01 Strategic Objectives

1. To promote universal values of peace, intercultural dialogue, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence.

2. To combat violent extremism, racism, discrimination, and hate speech through global advocacy.

3. To organize international summits, educational conferences, and youth leadership training programs.

4. To publish academic research, humanitarian reports, and policy recommendations.

5. To collaborate and partner with United Nations agencies, the Government of Norway, EU institutions, and international civil society organizations.

ARTICLE III: MEMBERSHIP FRAMEWORK

Section 3.01 Classes of Membership

• Associate Member: Individuals committed to volunteering and advancing the Council’s goals. Reviewed annually.

• Active Member: Members who have completed one full year of associate membership or were directly appointed, possessing full voting, nominating, and electoral rights.

• Honorary Member: Conferred upon distinguished global figures and dignitaries who have made extraordinary contributions to international peace and human rights.

Section 3.02 Qualifications & Termination

Members must be at least 18 years of age, abide by the Code of Conduct, pay annual dues, and have no criminal convictions involving hate speech, violence, or moral turpitude. Membership terminates upon death, written resignation, or revocation by the Board for severe breach of these Bylaws.

ARTICLE IV: GOVERNANCE, FOUNDER & BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Primary Executive Governance Notice: The Founder & Chairman of the Board of Directors serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Legal Representative of the Organization across all international jurisdictions, maintaining overall strategic, constitutional, and administrative leadership.

Section 4.01 Role & Rights of the Founder

1. Permanent Custodianship: The Founder of the Norwegian Council for Tolerance and Peace holds a permanent seat on the Board of Directors and serves as the ultimate custodian of the Council’s vision, constitutional principles, and international mission.

2. Veto and Protective Powers: To preserve the original integrity and public benefit purpose of the Council, the Founder retains veto authority over any proposed amendments to this Constitution that seek to alter the Council’s fundamental name, core mission, or dissolution asset destination.

3. Leadership Continuity: The Founder shall initially serve as the Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer (Secretary-General).

Section 4.02 Board of Directors (The Board)

• Powers and Number: All corporate powers, strategic affairs, and international policy of the Organization shall be managed under the direction of the Board of Directors. The Board shall consist of no less than three (3) directors serving staggered three (3) year terms.

• Chairman of the Board: The Chairman presides over all Board meetings, directs long-term strategy, oversees compliance across international jurisdictions (Norway, EU, UN), and maintains legal authority to sign corporate charters, deeds, contracts, and legal instruments binding the organization.

• Meetings & Quorum: The Board meets quarterly or upon special call by the Chairman. A simple majority of active directors constitutes a quorum for legal decision-making. Action may be taken by remote communication or unanimous written consent.

Section 4.03 Executive Officers & General Secretariat

ARTICLE V: FINANCIAL GOVERNANCE, TRANSPARENCY & LIMITATIONS

Section 5.01 Revenue & Public Benefit

The Council is funded through membership dues, governmental or intergovernmental grants, and unconditional donations compliant with international Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) regulations.

Section 5.02 Strict Non-Profit & Non-Inurement Standard

1. No Private Inurement: No part of the net earnings of the Organization shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to, its directors, officers, or private persons, except to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered in furtherance of the Council’s public benefit and non-profit purposes.

2. Prohibition of Personal Loans: No loans shall be made by the Organization to any director, founder, or officer under any circumstances.

3. Fiscal Year & Audit: The fiscal year runs from January 1 to December 31. Annual financial statements shall undergo independent accounting review under applicable non-profit accounting standards.

ARTICLE VI: DISSOLUTION & ASSET DISTRIBUTION

Section 6.01 Dissolution Protocol

Dissolution of the organization requires a two-thirds ($2/3$) supermajority vote of the General Assembly and approval by a majority of the Board of Directors, including the affirmative vote or consent of the Founder.

Section 6.02 Asset Transfer Compliance

Upon the dissolution of the Council, all remaining liabilities shall be satisfied. Any remaining assets shall be irrevocably transferred and distributed exclusively to registered public charities or non-profit entities in Norway with identical public benefit and educational missions. No assets shall be transferred to any private individual or commercial entity.

ARTICLE VII: AMENDMENTS & EFFECTIVE DATE

Section 7.01 Amendments

These Bylaws may be altered or amended by a two-thirds ($2/3$) vote of the Board of Directors, provided such amendments remain in strict compliance with the non-profit laws of Norway, EU regulations, and receive Founder concurrence where applicable.

Section 7.02 Enactment

This Constitution enters into force immediately upon its formal adoption by the Board of Directors and the official affixing of the seal of the Norwegian Council for Tolerance and Peace.

Norwegian Council for Tolerance and Peace (NCTP)

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