A non-profit association named “Attiva-Mente - Association for Independent Living” is hereby established. The Association is volunteer-based and non-political.
The Association’s primary purpose is to promote the Independent Living of persons with disabilities through initiatives aimed at fostering personal autonomy, social inclusion, and respect for human rights.
The Association has its registered office in the Republic of San Marino, at the residence of the acting President of the Board of Directors, as recorded in the official public register.
The Association pursues the objectives set out in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, ratified by San Marino on 22 February 2008, and works to improve the quality of life of persons with disabilities by supporting their self-determination and active participation in public life, particularly in the fields of education, employment, sport, and leisure.
The Association’s main objective is to raise awareness within society on disability-related issues, promoting full understanding of the rights of persons with disabilities and the importance of genuine inclusion.
To achieve this purpose, the Association carries out information campaigns, organizes public events, collaborates with institutions and organizations at both national and international levels, and promotes initiatives aimed at spreading a culture based on respect and equality.
| Types of Members | Voting Rights |
|---|---|
| Honorary Members | No voting rights |
| Benefactors or Supporting Members | Voting rights |
| Ordinary Members | Voting rights |
| Adhering Members (minors) | No voting rights |
Any person may join the Association, without distinction of any kind, assuming the related rights and obligations.
The number of members is unlimited; however, the majority must reside in the Republic of San Marino.
Applications for membership must be submitted to the Board of Directors, which shall evaluate them.
Each member who has been registered for at least twelve months has the right to vote on the approval and amendment of the Statute and any regulations, as well as on the election of the Association’s governing bodies. Members who are of legal age also have the right to stand as candidates for the Association’s offices.
Membership is lost through:
Withdrawal must be communicated to the Board of Directors. Expulsion, decided by majority vote of the Board of Directors, may be appealed before the General Assembly of Members.
Persons holding office within the Association’s bodies must:
The Association encourages the participation of persons with disabilities within the Board of Directors, promoting their active role in management and strategic decision-making.
The assets of the Association consist of:
Material assets must be recorded in an updated inventory book.
The governing bodies of the Association are:
The General Assembly consists of all members who comply with the Statute and membership requirements.
The Assembly approves financial statements, elects the members of the Board of Directors and the Board of Auditors, and deliberates on amendments to the Statute.
The Assembly may appoint an Honorary President. Voting is personal and secret. Proxy voting is permitted, limited to one delegated person.
The Assembly is convened by the President at least once a year in ordinary session, or extraordinarily upon motivated request by one third of the voting members or by the majority of the Board of Directors.
Convocations must indicate the date, time, agenda, and venue of the Assembly, with at least eight days’ notice.
The Assembly is validly constituted on first call with half plus one of the members, and on second call, on the same day, regardless of the number of members present.
The Board of Directors, composed of 5, 7, or 9 members elected by the Assembly, promotes the social, cultural, and educational activities of the Association, with particular attention to the Independent Living of persons with disabilities.
Board members remain in office for three years.
Board meetings are valid when attended by half plus one of the members. Decisions are taken by simple majority; in the event of a tie, the President’s vote prevails.
Meetings held online are also considered valid.
A member of the Board of Directors automatically loses office if they fail to attend six consecutive meetings without justified reason. Such removal shall be formalized by resolution of the Board.
The Board of Directors manages the administration of the Association. In particular, it is responsible for:
The Board of Auditors, composed of two members elected by the Assembly, supervises the internal administration of the Association.
The Auditors participate in meetings concerning accounting matters and submit written reports.
It is incompatible to hold more than one elected office within the Association.
The financial year runs from 1 January to 31 December of each year.
The Association must comply with general accounting regulations.
The Association’s officers, athletes, technicians, coaches, and collaborators are required to comply with this Statute and with national and international sports regulations.
The dissolution of the Association may only be decided with the favorable vote of four fifths of the members entitled to vote.
The Association’s assets shall be allocated to social purposes.
Amendments to the Statute may only be approved by the Extraordinary General Assembly with the favorable vote of at least two thirds of those present.
The Association promotes international cooperation for the inclusion of persons with disabilities through joint projects, participation in international networks, conferences, and access to funding programs.
For all matters not provided for in this Statute, reference shall be made to the laws in force in the Republic of San Marino.