Governance
How decisions are made, who makes them, and how members take part.
At a Glance
Two levels, one organization.
PROGRESIBO is organized at the Provincial Level, led by a Chairman and six Members of the Board, and at the Municipal Level, where each Chapter is led by its own President, Vice President and Secretary. Our By-Laws set out who decides what — and how members hold them to it.
Our Structure
Explore how PROGRESIBO is organized
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General Assembly
All members
The gathering of every member of the Organization.
- Meets at least once a year, at a date, time and place set by the Board
- Officers are elected during the annual general assembly
- A quorum is a majority of the active members in good standing
By-Laws · Articles VII & X
Board of Trustees
Chairman + 6 Members
The governing body of the Organization. Its members act as a body.
- Elects the Officers from among its own members
- Holds a regular meeting every quarter
- Accepts new members by resolution, with a majority vote
- Drafts the guidelines for disciplinary hearings
- Approves the official list of candidates the Organization supports
By-Laws · Articles V, VI, VII & X
Officers
Elected for three years
Five officers carry out the day-to-day leadership of the Organization.
- Chairman — presides over the Board and every general assembly
- President — operational oversight
- Vice President — helps develop and carry out the long-term vision
- Secretary — custodian of all official records
- Treasurer — safeguards funds and disburses only within Board guidelines
By-Laws · Article VII
Standing Committees
Five committees
Specialized teams that handle membership, finances, communication, disputes and community programs.
- Committee Chairmen are appointed by the President and confirmed by the Board
- Composition and terms are set by the Board through a resolution
By-Laws · Article VIII
Municipal Chapters
President · Vice President · Secretary
A Chapter in every municipality of the province, closest to the community.
- Members automatically belong to the Chapter where they reside
- Chapter officers are elected by the members
- Screens membership applications and endorses them
- Evaluates members who wish to run for public office
By-Laws · Articles VI & IX
Members
Filipino citizens of legal age
Registered voters in the Province of Romblon who subscribe to the Organization's principles and objectives.
- Act in accordance with the Organization's principles, rules and decisions
- Stay informed of its plans, activities and services
- Take part in carrying out its programs
By-Laws · Articles III & IV
Article VIII
Five standing committees
Each committee owns a clear part of the work.
Membership Committee
Evaluates applications endorsed by the Municipal Chapters, recommends them to the Board, and is primarily responsible for the Organization’s activities during elections.
Finance Committee
Oversees the financial matters of the Organization in line with the guidelines issued by the Board.
Public Information Committee
The official liaison of the Organization with the public, responsible for disseminating its official statements.
Grievance & Dispute Resolution
Settles and resolves all disputes and conflicts among members of the Organization.
Community Development
Formulates and carries out programs that connect the Organization’s purposes with the development of local communities.
How committees are formed: each Committee Chairman is appointed by the President and confirmed by the Board. The Board sets each committee’s composition and term by resolution.
Article X
The rhythm of governance
How often we meet, and what it takes to decide.
General Assembly
All members meet at least once a year, at a date, time and place set by the Board.
Every yearBoard meetings
The Board of Trustees holds a regular meeting every quarter.
Every quarterQuorum
A general assembly needs a majority of the active members in good standing to proceed.
Majority of active membersElection-Related Activities
How candidates are endorsed
Participation in local elections is one way the Organization’s vision and mission are realized. Endorsement moves through three stages, each requiring majority support.
Common Questions
Governance, answered
Short answers drawn from our By-Laws.
Who can become a member?
Membership is open to any Filipino citizen of legal age who is a registered voter in the Province of Romblon and subscribes to the principles and objectives of the Organization.
How does someone become a member?
Accomplish a membership application form and submit it to the Municipal Chapter for evaluation and endorsement to the Membership Committee. After its evaluation, the Committee endorses the application to the Board for acceptance.
How long do officers serve?
Officers serve a term of three (3) years. They are elected by the Board from among its members during the annual general assembly.
How does membership end?
Membership ends through death, resignation or expulsion.
What happens if a member acts against the Organization?
A member may be expelled for acts inimical to the interest and contrary to the objectives of the Organization. The Board drafts the guidelines and procedure for disciplinary hearings, which are made available to all members and serve as their official notice.
Who settles disputes between members?
All disputes and conflicts among members are submitted to the Committee on Grievance and Dispute Resolution for settlement and resolution.
Take part in how decisions are made.
Every member has a voice in the General Assembly and a home in their Municipal Chapter.