Wikimedia Norge nowikimedia https://no.wikimedia.org/wiki/Hovedside MediaWiki 1.47.0-wmf.24 first-letter Medium Spesial Diskusjon Bruker Brukerdiskusjon Wikimedia Wikimedia-diskusjon Fil Fildiskusjon MediaWiki MediaWiki-diskusjon Mal Maldiskusjon Hjelp Hjelpdiskusjon Kategori Kategoridiskusjon Prosjekt Prosjektdiskusjon Undertekster Undertekstdiskusjon Modul Moduldiskusjon Translations Translations talk 8 161 35896 26675 2026-10-15T12:27:40Z Maintenance script 1761 Use thumb.wikimedia.org for thumbnails ([[phab:T427465]], Operator: Ladsgroup) 35896 javascript text/javascript /* Javascript i denne fila vil gjelde for alle drakter. */ var lang_mainlogo = { nb: "https://thumb.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d0/Wikimedia_Norge-logo_svart_nb.svg/{size}px-Wikimedia_Norge-logo_svart_nb.svg.png", nn: "https://thumb.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d0/Wikimedia_Norge-logo_svart_nn.svg/{size}px-Wikimedia_Norge-logo_svart_nn.svg.png", se: "https://thumb.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/53/Wikimedia_Norge-logo_svart_se.svg/{size}px-Wikimedia_Norge-logo_svart_se.svg.png" }; var lang_mainpage = { nb: "Hovedside", nn: "Hovudside", se: "Váldosiidu" }; function lang_getLogo(code, size) { size = size || 135; if (window.devicePixelRatio > 1.5) { size = size * 2; } return lang_mainlogo[code].replace(/{size}/g, size); } function lang_modifyEnv() { // Find out in which language the page is var pagelang; var pagelangobj = document.getElementById('page-lang'); if (pagelangobj) { pagelang = pagelangobj.textContent; } else { pagelang = mw.config.get('wgUserLanguage'); } if (pagelang && lang_mainlogo[pagelang]) { $('.mw-wiki-logo') .css('background-image', 'url(' + lang_getLogo(pagelang) + ')') .css('background-size', '135px auto') .attr('href', '/wiki/' + lang_mainpage[pagelang]); } else { // Default $('.mw-wiki-logo') .css('background-image', 'url(' + lang_getLogo('nb') + ')') .css('background-size', '135px auto') } } $(lang_modifyEnv); if ( $( 'p.arvudesign' )[ 0 ]) { $( 'body' ).addClass( $( 'p.arvudesign' ).attr( 'class' ) ); $( '.mw-pt-translate-header' ).insertAfter( '.mw-pt-languages' ); } /* Omdiriger til wikimedia.no for enkelte sider */ if ( $( '#nettsideomdirigering' ).length && mw.config.get( 'wgNamespaceNumber' ) !== 10 ) { var url = 'https://www.wikimedia.no/' + $( '#nettsideomdirigering' ).attr( 'data-blob' ); window.location.href = url; } 9m1p42jlgewzph9qw2cr4sqqyacft8m 0 2361 35881 35879 2026-10-15T12:01:21Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35881 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled to and obliged to participate in the board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and make suggestions, but does not have voting rights or board responsibilities. The Executive Director will be dismissed by the board when the board decides. i) The audit committee is entitled to have an observer elected amongst and by the committee present at board meetings. The audit committe's observer has the right to speak and make suggestions, but does not have voting rights or board responsibilities. j) If the board for the current period loses board members and does not have a quorum, the rest of the board must convene an extraordinary general assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The general assembly shall elect a board as described in § 5a–c, a nomination committee as described in § 7b and an audit committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidacies should be announced two weeks before the holding of an ordinary election. == § 7 Nomination committee == a) The task of the nomination committee is to propose candidates for vacant positions in the organisation, except positions in the nomination committee. The proposal is given to the board, which will submit it to the general assembly. b) The committee shall consist of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for a two-year period. At least one member shall be elected every year, and the board suggests candidates for vacant positions in the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the nomination committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 8 Audit committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} 7ebuhxa9cf4ezxa1ihvdymvpqi00er3 35883 35881 2026-10-15T12:04:51Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35883 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The audit committee is entitled to have an observer elected amongst and by the committee present at board meetings. The audit committe's observer has the right to speak and make suggestions, but does not have voting rights or board responsibilities. j) If the board for the current period loses board members and does not have a quorum, the rest of the board must convene an extraordinary general assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The general assembly shall elect a board as described in § 5a–c, a nomination committee as described in § 7b and an audit committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidacies should be announced two weeks before the holding of an ordinary election. == § 7 Nomination committee == a) The task of the nomination committee is to propose candidates for vacant positions in the organisation, except positions in the nomination committee. The proposal is given to the board, which will submit it to the general assembly. b) The committee shall consist of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for a two-year period. At least one member shall be elected every year, and the board suggests candidates for vacant positions in the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the nomination committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 8 Audit committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} nywq0tm8y2arwn5uwcgf8dwq7fgcgny 35885 35883 2026-10-15T12:10:10Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35885 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If the board for the current period loses board members and does not have a quorum, the rest of the board must convene an extraordinary general assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The general assembly shall elect a board as described in § 5a–c, a nomination committee as described in § 7b and an audit committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidacies should be announced two weeks before the holding of an ordinary election. == § 7 Nomination committee == a) The task of the nomination committee is to propose candidates for vacant positions in the organisation, except positions in the nomination committee. The proposal is given to the board, which will submit it to the general assembly. b) The committee shall consist of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for a two-year period. At least one member shall be elected every year, and the board suggests candidates for vacant positions in the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the nomination committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 8 Audit committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} 0lrf96a6ipk9jqkogt0y5m2dfbfnu8n 35887 35885 2026-10-15T12:14:18Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35887 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The general assembly shall elect a board as described in § 5a–c, a nomination committee as described in § 7b and an audit committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidacies should be announced two weeks before the holding of an ordinary election. == § 7 Nomination committee == a) The task of the nomination committee is to propose candidates for vacant positions in the organisation, except positions in the nomination committee. The proposal is given to the board, which will submit it to the general assembly. b) The committee shall consist of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for a two-year period. At least one member shall be elected every year, and the board suggests candidates for vacant positions in the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the nomination committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 8 Audit committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} 5k2zsovd0pqe3iwdhn9l2kjnw4mhafz 35889 35887 2026-10-15T12:19:05Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35889 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidacies should be announced two weeks before the holding of an ordinary election. == § 7 Nomination committee == a) The task of the nomination committee is to propose candidates for vacant positions in the organisation, except positions in the nomination committee. The proposal is given to the board, which will submit it to the general assembly. b) The committee shall consist of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for a two-year period. At least one member shall be elected every year, and the board suggests candidates for vacant positions in the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the nomination committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 8 Audit committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} 2j1xedx153vv18znlzervitzdi7w7ec 35891 35889 2026-10-15T12:20:48Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35891 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination committee == a) The task of the nomination committee is to propose candidates for vacant positions in the organisation, except positions in the nomination committee. The proposal is given to the board, which will submit it to the general assembly. b) The committee shall consist of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for a two-year period. At least one member shall be elected every year, and the board suggests candidates for vacant positions in the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the nomination committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 8 Audit committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} b9kk79gnrz88rlhpgcqc0hzofm9dnnk 35893 35891 2026-10-15T12:20:55Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35893 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the nomination committee is to propose candidates for vacant positions in the organisation, except positions in the nomination committee. The proposal is given to the board, which will submit it to the general assembly. b) The committee shall consist of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for a two-year period. At least one member shall be elected every year, and the board suggests candidates for vacant positions in the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the nomination committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 8 Audit committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} pwfm0lqsm7zctja6flw2lh8tuq4pplw 35895 35893 2026-10-15T12:26:31Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35895 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee shall consist of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for a two-year period. At least one member shall be elected every year, and the board suggests candidates for vacant positions in the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the nomination committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 8 Audit committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} p9quqgfjjkrymwtn6e624f1vzdayqrh 35898 35895 2026-10-15T12:29:48Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35898 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the nomination committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 8 Audit committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} ficz3num6uwijo6bnez5tpd46rdn8pz 35900 35898 2026-10-15T12:33:01Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35900 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. == § 8 Audit committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} 2ns5e9tmne3jf6n6h0xie4irfu68ebg 35902 35900 2026-10-15T12:33:08Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35902 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. == § 8 Audit Committee == a) The task of the audit committee is to audit accounts and the work of the board against the bylaws of the organisation. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} nrxoas6jzcdplx41te748v2gydvcnv8 35904 35902 2026-10-15T12:36:08Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35904 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. == § 8 Audit Committee == a) The task of the Audit Committee is to review the accounts and the work of the board for compliance with the organisation's bylaws. b) The committee shall consist of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member will be elected every year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} 61sak5tfzsjq5khnww4ajto7q232oet 35906 35904 2026-10-15T12:36:49Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35906 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. == § 8 Audit Committee == a) The task of the Audit Committee is to review the accounts and the work of the board for compliance with the organisation's bylaws. b) The committee consists of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines of the audit committee]] are decided by the general assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} apsfe3zy8re0icydl03kyxnl2h335mk 35908 35906 2026-10-15T12:37:14Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35908 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. == § 8 Audit Committee == a) The task of the Audit Committee is to review the accounts and the work of the board for compliance with the organisation's bylaws. b) The committee consists of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines for the Audit Committee]] are decided by the Annual General Assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Proposals for amendments to the bylaws may be made to the general assembly by members who are eligible to vote, and by the board, in concordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} 0xu0ujyck9ru8sznawmpuhbgdwvdq9c 35910 35908 2026-10-15T12:41:46Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35910 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. == § 8 Audit Committee == a) The task of the Audit Committee is to review the accounts and the work of the board for compliance with the organisation's bylaws. b) The committee consists of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines for the Audit Committee]] are decided by the Annual General Assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Members with voting rights and the board may submit proposals to amend the bylaws to the Annual General Assembly, in accordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than 2/3 of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} 9p1navcfxroe7e55cwlydxmthhfmjvb 35912 35910 2026-10-15T12:42:56Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35912 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. == § 8 Audit Committee == a) The task of the Audit Committee is to review the accounts and the work of the board for compliance with the organisation's bylaws. b) The committee consists of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines for the Audit Committee]] are decided by the Annual General Assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Members with voting rights and the board may submit proposals to amend the bylaws to the Annual General Assembly, in accordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than two-thirds of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be decided in an ordinary general assembly. If dissolution is decided by at least 3/4 of the votes, an extraordinary general assembly shall be convened as per § 4h. In order for dissolution to happen, the decision needs to be repeated here by 3/4 of the votes. If the organisation is dissolved, any surplus money shall be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} 3bmo6sysxl38ywej81rkunbd6eimb40 35914 35912 2026-10-15T12:57:16Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35914 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. == § 8 Audit Committee == a) The task of the Audit Committee is to review the accounts and the work of the board for compliance with the organisation's bylaws. b) The committee consists of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines for the Audit Committee]] are decided by the Annual General Assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Members with voting rights and the board may submit proposals to amend the bylaws to the Annual General Assembly, in accordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than two-thirds of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be considered at a regular Annual General Assembly. If dissolution is approved by at least three-quarters of the votes cast, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly must be convened as described in § 4h. For dissolution to take effect, the decision must be reaffirmed at this meeting by a three-quarters majority. Should the organisation be dissolved, any remaining assets must be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To meet any possible claims upon the organisation, the transfer of funds shall happen no earlier than six months after the decision to dissolve, if all claims have been met by that date. In the event that there are outstanding claims on the organisation, the transfer of any funds remaining shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims are resolved. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} 6sbkxwbfezna2l37u2dt23yqf1w366r 35916 35914 2026-10-15T13:00:57Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35916 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. == § 8 Audit Committee == a) The task of the Audit Committee is to review the accounts and the work of the board for compliance with the organisation's bylaws. b) The committee consists of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines for the Audit Committee]] are decided by the Annual General Assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Members with voting rights and the board may submit proposals to amend the bylaws to the Annual General Assembly, in accordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than two-thirds of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be considered at a regular Annual General Assembly. If dissolution is approved by at least three-quarters of the votes cast, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly must be convened as described in § 4h. For dissolution to take effect, the decision must be reaffirmed at this meeting by a three-quarters majority. Should the organisation be dissolved, any remaining assets must be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To settle any claims against the organisation, the transfer of assets shall take place no earlier than six months after the resolution to dissolve is passed, provided all claims have been settled. If there are outstanding claims against the organisation, the transfer of any remaining assets shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims have been settled. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} qx4s1djl5fm9nx7u7vzgdg2j2xqrsih 35918 35916 2026-10-15T13:05:09Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35918 wikitext text/x-wiki {{tabs}} <div style="border:2px solid #A3B1BF;padding:.5em 1em 1em 1em;border-top:none;background-color:#fff;color:#000"> <languages /> BYLAWS FOR WIKIMEDIA NORGE This is a translation of [[Vedtekter]]. If there is any divergence between this translation and the original, the original takes precedence. Adopted by the Founding Meeting, 23 June 2007<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 21 June 2008<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 19 April 2010<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2012<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, 26 April 2014<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2015/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|17 April 2015]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2016/Forslag til vedtektsendringer|7 April 2016]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2019/Vedtektsendringer|9 March 2019]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2021/Vedtektsendringer|6 March 2021]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2023/Forslag om vedtektsendring|4 February 2023]]<br /> Updated by the General Assembly, [[Årsmøte 2024/Forslag om vedtektsendringer|10 February 2024]] == § 1 Introduction == a) The name of the organisation is Wikimedia Norge, with the names Wikimedia Noreg (Norwegian Nynorsk) and Wikimedia Norga (Northern Sámi) having equal status. b) Wikimedia Norge is a membership organisation. c) Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, and Northern Sámi have equal status within the organisation. The bylaws must be available in four languages and language forms – Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Northern Sámi, and English. The bylaws are translated from the Norwegian Bokmål version, which takes precedence if there are differing interpretations. == § 2 Purpose == a) Wikimedia Norge's purpose is to strengthen Wikimedia projects, particularly in the Norwegian and Sámi languages, through: # the collection of revenues through gifts and grants, and the distribution of these funds. # participating in coordinating cooperation between the projects, and cooperating with third parties where this can serve Wikimedia projects. # strengthening cooperation with Wikimedia projects in other Nordic countries, and internationally. # promoting Wikimedia projects. # being a consultation body for authorities and organisations regarding copyright issues and when the interests of the Wikimedia projects are affected. == § 3 Membership == a) Membership is open to all who support the purpose of the organisation. b) The Annual General Assembly sets the annual membership fee. c) The board can suspend membership of any member deemed to be damaging the work or reputation of Wikimedia Norge. All formal decisions on expulsion are made by the Annual General Assembly, and appeals against such decisions must be filed with the Annual General Assembly. Suspended and expelled members do not have voting rights, as they are no longer considered members, and cannot hold any positions in Wikimedia Norge. == § 4 The Annual General Assembly == a) The Ordinary Annual General Assembly of Wikimedia Norge is held annually before the end of April. The board decides the time, procedure and venue for the assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is announced on the organisation’s website no less than two months in advance, and by e-mail to all members at least five weeks in advance. c) All members have the right to attend and to speak at the Annual General Assembly. The board can also invite observers, and these may be given the right to speak by decision of the Annual General Assembly. d) Members who have paid their membership fees for the current year, and that have been members for at least one month before the Annual General Assembly, are entitled to vote. Members who are unable to attend the Annual General Assembly may send a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy may, but is not required to, themselves be a member with voting rights. A proxy appointment form must be submitted to the administration before the Annual General Assembly. No participant in the Annual General Assembly may have more than two votes. e) Alle members with a right to vote have the right to submit proposals to the Annual General Assembly. Proposals must be submitted to the board at least three weeks before the Annual General Assembly. The agenda and supporting documents must be made public at least two weeks before the Annual General Assembly. b) The Annual General Assembly is required to # review and formally accept the assembly notice and agenda # select a chairperson, a recorder of minutes, vote counters, and two minutes signatories # review and formally accept #* the board's Annual Report #* the board approved Annual Accounts #* the Audit Report #* the Audit Committee's Report # adopt an Annual Plan # adopt the Annual Budget and membership fees # consider submitted proposals # carry out elections, as described in § 6. g) On the demand of at least twenty members or of the board, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly shall be called, in accordance with the rules for an Ordinary Annual General Assembly. The Extraordinary Annual General Assembly can only consider the agenda items that were given in the assembly notice. == § 5 The Board of Trustees == a) The Wikimedia Norge Board of Trustees consists of five to seven members. In addition, one to three deputy members are elected by the Annual General Assembly. b) The Board of Trustees consists of the Chairperson, the Deputy Chairperson and three to five additional Board Members. The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson are elected by the Annual General Assembly. Beyond this, the board constitutes itself. c) The Chairperson and two ordinary Board Members are elected one year, and the Deputy Chairperson and the rest of the ordinary Board Members the next year. All Board Members are elected for two year terms, except when a shorter term is necessary to maintain the rotation described in this paragraph. Deputy Board Members are elected for one year terms. d) The management of the organisation is the responsibility of the board. The board must ensure proper organisation of operations.The board must present audited Annual Accounts for approval at the Annual General Assembly. e) The Chairperson or the Deputy Chairperson can call a board meeting. The board holds a board meeting at least three times a year. f) Decisions are made by an ordinary majority. The board has a quorum when at least half of its members with voting rights, including the Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, are present. In the event of a tied vote, the Chairperson has a casting vote. g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. == § 6 Elections == a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. == § 7 Nomination Committee == a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Valgkomitéen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. == § 8 Audit Committee == a) The task of the Audit Committee is to review the accounts and the work of the board for compliance with the organisation's bylaws. b) The committee consists of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year. c) [[Special:MyLanguage/Retningslinjer_for_Kontrollkomiteen_i_Wikimedia_Norge|The guidelines for the Audit Committee]] are decided by the Annual General Assembly. == § 9 Amendments to the bylaws == a) Members with voting rights and the board may submit proposals to amend the bylaws to the Annual General Assembly, in accordance with § 4e. b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than two-thirds of the votes cast. == § 10 Dissolution == a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be considered at a regular Annual General Assembly. If dissolution is approved by at least three-quarters of the votes cast, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly must be convened as described in § 4h. For dissolution to take effect, the decision must be reaffirmed at this meeting by a three-quarters majority. Should the organisation be dissolved, any remaining assets must be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. b) To settle any claims against the organisation, the transfer of assets shall take place no earlier than six months after the resolution to dissolve is passed, provided all claims have been settled. If there are outstanding claims against the organisation, the transfer of any remaining assets shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims have been settled. </div> {{TNT|Sidebunn}} [[Kategori:Vedtekter]] {{oversettbar side}} hrckcunfwe0m3dou00n1klpkwr75kbk 1198 2392 35880 28654 2026-10-15T12:01:21Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35880 wikitext text/x-wiki g) Staff are entitled to have an observer, elected by and from among the staff, present at board meetings. The observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The staff representative withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides, when personnel matters are being discussed, and when personnel policy is decided. 0vv7km39f61zdlko7rmzx5ox0ssl14r 1198 2393 35882 28656 2026-10-15T12:04:51Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35882 wikitext text/x-wiki h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. 4qcw8bist9b4wpy2m0javava218gu5d 35917 35882 2026-10-15T13:05:09Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35917 wikitext text/x-wiki h) The Executive Director is entitled and required to attend board meetings. The Executive Director has the right to speak and to present suggestions, but has no voting rights and incurs no board liability. The Executive Director withdraws from the board meeting when the board so decides. gj9225u5bgdx8nw0r34g7kamm0tumdt 1198 2395 35888 35845 2026-10-15T12:19:05Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35888 wikitext text/x-wiki a) The Annual General Assembly elects a board as described in § 5a–c, a Nomination Committee as described in § 7b and an Audit Committee as described in § 8b. 6pzmpnimrnjeqdk1x0ar20rvji5ifh9 1198 2396 35890 18910 2026-10-15T12:20:48Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35890 wikitext text/x-wiki b) Candidates should be announced two weeks before a regular election is held. o6qs7yxeqkvyyoimcqce2qb7mgavciv 1198 2397 35892 35847 2026-10-15T12:20:55Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35892 wikitext text/x-wiki == § 7 Nomination Committee == 4tdfyhzt0evxy33onax5h8pyk4v5wih 1198 2398 35894 35849 2026-10-15T12:26:30Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35894 wikitext text/x-wiki a) The task of the Nomination Committee is to propose candidates for vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The proposal is submitted to the board, which will present it to the Annual General Assembly. 38s74c7wjnjvvhlawluv88prndvx2cu 1198 2399 35897 28666 2026-10-15T12:29:47Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35897 wikitext text/x-wiki b) The committee consists of at least three members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year, and the board proposes candidates for vacant positions on the committee. q377jefraqsmfho30pnalbbclz1vk7d 1198 2400 35899 35851 2026-10-15T12:33:01Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35899 wikitext text/x-wiki c) [[$komret|Guidelines for the Nomination Committee]] are determined by the Annual General Assembly. 63st5zmvi6rkk4g4jwykw4vdl8aw2k8 1198 2401 35901 13476 2026-10-15T12:33:07Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35901 wikitext text/x-wiki == § 8 Audit Committee == peta4dxjuo2gxqg74nkvwrpkauib666 1198 2402 35903 13478 2026-10-15T12:36:08Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35903 wikitext text/x-wiki a) The task of the Audit Committee is to review the accounts and the work of the board for compliance with the organisation's bylaws. ssv3tlwm5vky7wo7svkbz5813op0xb0 1198 2403 35905 28670 2026-10-15T12:36:48Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35905 wikitext text/x-wiki b) The committee consists of at least two members of the organisation, who are elected for two-year terms. At least one member is elected each year. qviwp6h65xai4hyq511tv273hz8tm63 1198 2404 35907 28672 2026-10-15T12:37:13Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35907 wikitext text/x-wiki c) [[$komret|The guidelines for the Audit Committee]] are decided by the Annual General Assembly. 34q4ftr6v6wdwzmh6v47njhsq02qe43 1198 2406 35909 28674 2026-10-15T12:41:45Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35909 wikitext text/x-wiki a) Members with voting rights and the board may submit proposals to amend the bylaws to the Annual General Assembly, in accordance with § 4e. 6ix4bl57j87tce3f5gfht3izsq6zxgw 1198 2407 35911 13488 2026-10-15T12:42:55Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35911 wikitext text/x-wiki b) Amendments to the bylaws require support from no less than two-thirds of the votes cast. 6sd1aymi2f4bqxn9bpm4ka6y0nlgt0v 1198 2409 35913 28676 2026-10-15T12:57:15Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35913 wikitext text/x-wiki a) Dissolution of Wikimedia Norge can only be considered at a regular Annual General Assembly. If dissolution is approved by at least three-quarters of the votes cast, an Extraordinary Annual General Assembly must be convened as described in § 4h. For dissolution to take effect, the decision must be reaffirmed at this meeting by a three-quarters majority. Should the organisation be dissolved, any remaining assets must be transferred to the Wikimedia Foundation. 9mrnb2okzz2a0ys1qtk0coehgybotug 1198 2410 35915 18916 2026-10-15T13:00:57Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35915 wikitext text/x-wiki b) To settle any claims against the organisation, the transfer of assets shall take place no earlier than six months after the resolution to dissolve is passed, provided all claims have been settled. If there are outstanding claims against the organisation, the transfer of any remaining assets shall take place no earlier than six months after all outstanding claims have been settled. ar9pm3wygchs3c15pw7m708p68sf2xb 1198 2452 35919 35838 2026-10-15T13:08:38Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35919 wikitext text/x-wiki Guidelines for the Nomination Committee of Wikimedia Norge gextg7lekop3zfkt8ve52givy52ndlg 0 2453 35921 35844 2026-10-15T13:12:30Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35921 wikitext text/x-wiki <languages /> Between each ordinary Annual General Assembly, a Nomination Committee assesses potential candidates for elected positions within the organisation, and present its proposal and rationale to the Annual General Assembly as required. The committee consists of members elected by the Annual General Assembly. The Nomination Committee is bound by general confidentiality. The incumbent board submits proposals for the election of this committee. It is the nomination committee's responsibility that all members of the board get a message in writing about whether or not they are up for election. Recommended candidates for the board and for the audit committee shall be notified about the recommendations by the nomination committee before the recommendations are made public. The nomination committee is responsible to make suggestions for candidates for all open positions, except for the nomination committee itself. Det sittende styret avgir innstilling til årsmøtet for valg av denne komiteen. Dersom et medlem går ut av valgkomiteen, får styret fullmakt til å supplere valgkomiteen. [[Kategori:Retningslinjer{{#translation:}}]] [[Kategori:Valgkomiteen{{#translation:}}]] {{oversettbar side}} 0c2xbodbt4bmj6pt6d44qcxmdex5nbi 35923 35921 2026-10-15T13:15:39Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35923 wikitext text/x-wiki <languages /> Between each ordinary Annual General Assembly, a Nomination Committee assesses potential candidates for elected positions within the organisation, and present its proposal and rationale to the Annual General Assembly as required. The committee consists of members elected by the Annual General Assembly. The Nomination Committee is bound by general confidentiality. The incumbent board submits proposals for the election of this committee. The Nomination Committee must ensure that all board members receive written notice indicating whether their position is up for election. Nominated candidates for the board and the Audit Committee must be informed of the nominations by the Nomination Committee before the nominations are made public. The nomination committee is responsible to make suggestions for candidates for all open positions, except for the nomination committee itself. Det sittende styret avgir innstilling til årsmøtet for valg av denne komiteen. Dersom et medlem går ut av valgkomiteen, får styret fullmakt til å supplere valgkomiteen. [[Kategori:Retningslinjer{{#translation:}}]] [[Kategori:Valgkomiteen{{#translation:}}]] {{oversettbar side}} qd19l96lmagf08ii5ax715uhqehth7h 35925 35923 2026-10-15T13:17:56Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35925 wikitext text/x-wiki <languages /> Between each ordinary Annual General Assembly, a Nomination Committee assesses potential candidates for elected positions within the organisation, and present its proposal and rationale to the Annual General Assembly as required. The committee consists of members elected by the Annual General Assembly. The Nomination Committee is bound by general confidentiality. The incumbent board submits proposals for the election of this committee. The Nomination Committee must ensure that all board members receive written notice indicating whether their position is up for election. Nominated candidates for the board and the Audit Committee must be informed of the nominations by the Nomination Committee before the nominations are made public. The Nomination Committee is responsible for obtaining proposals for candidates for all vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. Det sittende styret avgir innstilling til årsmøtet for valg av denne komiteen. Dersom et medlem går ut av valgkomiteen, får styret fullmakt til å supplere valgkomiteen. [[Kategori:Retningslinjer{{#translation:}}]] [[Kategori:Valgkomiteen{{#translation:}}]] {{oversettbar side}} fccsq6jyku1vti7rtzngsdknfatp430 35927 35925 2026-10-15T13:19:36Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 Ny side: The incumbent board submits proposals to the Annual General Assembly for the election of this committee. Should a member step down from the Nomination Committee, the board is authorised to appoint a replacement to the Nomination Committee. 35927 wikitext text/x-wiki <languages /> Between each ordinary Annual General Assembly, a Nomination Committee assesses potential candidates for elected positions within the organisation, and present its proposal and rationale to the Annual General Assembly as required. The committee consists of members elected by the Annual General Assembly. The Nomination Committee is bound by general confidentiality. The incumbent board submits proposals for the election of this committee. The Nomination Committee must ensure that all board members receive written notice indicating whether their position is up for election. Nominated candidates for the board and the Audit Committee must be informed of the nominations by the Nomination Committee before the nominations are made public. The Nomination Committee is responsible for obtaining proposals for candidates for all vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The incumbent board submits proposals to the Annual General Assembly for the election of this committee. Should a member step down from the Nomination Committee, the board is authorised to appoint a replacement to the Nomination Committee. [[Kategori:Retningslinjer{{#translation:}}]] [[Kategori:Valgkomiteen{{#translation:}}]] {{oversettbar side}} bjvbq49oa1grnk65vfjqq0j18qym7n2 35929 35927 2026-10-15T13:21:22Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35929 wikitext text/x-wiki <languages /> Between each ordinary Annual General Assembly, a Nomination Committee shall assess potential candidates for elected positions within the organisation, and present its proposal and rationale to the Annual General Assembly as required. The committee consists of members elected by the Annual General Assembly. The Nomination Committee is bound by general confidentiality. The incumbent board submits proposals for the election of this committee. The Nomination Committee must ensure that all board members receive written notice indicating whether their position is up for election. Nominated candidates for the board and the Audit Committee must be informed of the nominations by the Nomination Committee before the nominations are made public. The Nomination Committee is responsible for obtaining proposals for candidates for all vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. The incumbent board submits proposals to the Annual General Assembly for the election of this committee. Should a member step down from the Nomination Committee, the board is authorised to appoint a replacement to the Nomination Committee. [[Kategori:Retningslinjer{{#translation:}}]] [[Kategori:Valgkomiteen{{#translation:}}]] {{oversettbar side}} bd36xy3j5ak4e5yg5lk8ylxwvgdwxx6 1198 2454 35920 35839 2026-10-15T13:12:29Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35920 wikitext text/x-wiki Between each ordinary Annual General Assembly, a Nomination Committee assesses potential candidates for elected positions within the organisation, and present its proposal and rationale to the Annual General Assembly as required. The committee consists of members elected by the Annual General Assembly. The Nomination Committee is bound by general confidentiality. The incumbent board submits proposals for the election of this committee. sd1rcmr3vxte7g0qbzp1lqcw5h0hhsa 35928 35920 2026-10-15T13:21:22Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35928 wikitext text/x-wiki Between each ordinary Annual General Assembly, a Nomination Committee shall assess potential candidates for elected positions within the organisation, and present its proposal and rationale to the Annual General Assembly as required. The committee consists of members elected by the Annual General Assembly. The Nomination Committee is bound by general confidentiality. The incumbent board submits proposals for the election of this committee. eyu1smgpylghvgcpjcyb2y5x0p9jsx6 1198 2455 35922 35841 2026-10-15T13:15:39Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35922 wikitext text/x-wiki The Nomination Committee must ensure that all board members receive written notice indicating whether their position is up for election. Nominated candidates for the board and the Audit Committee must be informed of the nominations by the Nomination Committee before the nominations are made public. tpotxw3lrf4nrzz1wq54o74ok5dc52v 1198 2456 35924 35843 2026-10-15T13:17:55Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35924 wikitext text/x-wiki The Nomination Committee is responsible for obtaining proposals for candidates for all vacant elected positions, except positions on the Nomination Committee. 00b97e9gn0tp6lez2w7zqs35n5kiosh 1198 4390 35884 28658 2026-10-15T12:10:09Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35884 wikitext text/x-wiki i) The Audit Committee is entitled to have an observer elected by and among the committee members, present at board meetings. The Audit Committee's observer has the right to speak and to present proposals, but does not have voting rights and incurs no board liability. sllskjsydjrjrnio38zuk4i09x8eina 1198 4391 35886 28660 2026-10-15T12:14:17Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35886 wikitext text/x-wiki j) If, during the current period, the board loses members and ceases to have a quorum, the remaining board members must call an Extraordinary General Assembly to elect a new board. 2ntgrct5j8lmx9gocdkmga68yw7npnw 1198 7321 35930 27777 2026-10-15T13:22:32Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35930 wikitext text/x-wiki Nomination Committee 8c6y48wk12ctw6nipewfwvojebywtm7 0 7322 35932 35758 2026-10-15T13:22:54Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35932 wikitext text/x-wiki <languages /> '''Wikimedia Norge's Nomination Committee''' is elected by the Annual General Assembly for two-year terms. According to [[Spesial:Mitt språk/Vedtekter#§ 7 Valgkomité|§ 7 in the bylaws]], the committee must consist of at least three members of the organization, and their task is to suggest candidates for all positions (except the nomination committee itself) to the general assembly. More information about the committee's work can be found in [[retningslinjer for Valgkomitéen i Wikimedia Norge|the guidelines for Wikimedia Norge's nomination committee]]. Suggestions and feedback can be submitted to the nomination committee throughout the year. <span id="Sammensetning"></span> == Composition == The Extraordinary General Assembly in 2025 and the Annual General Assembly in 2026 elected the committee members: * Andreas Kilde Lien (2025–2027) * Knut Hjelleset (2025–2027) * Sigrun Espe (2026–2028) <span id="Kontakt"></span> == Contact == The nomination committee can be contacted on <tt>valgkomiteen{{@}}wikimedia.no</tt>. [[Kategori:Valgkomiteen| ]] atk51nmknf9onmjt4o3eufolqbpzv4p 35934 35932 2026-10-15T13:24:23Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35934 wikitext text/x-wiki <languages /> '''Wikimedia Norge's Nomination Committee''' is elected by the Annual General Assembly for two-year terms. According to [[Spesial:Mitt språk/Vedtekter#§ 7 Valgkomité|§ 7 in the bylaws]], the committee must consist of at least three members of the organisation, and their task is to suggest candidates for all elected positions (except those on the Nomination Committee) to the Annual General Assembly. More information about the committee's work can be found in [[retningslinjer for Valgkomitéen i Wikimedia Norge|the guidelines for Wikimedia Norge's nomination committee]]. Suggestions and feedback can be submitted to the nomination committee throughout the year. <span id="Sammensetning"></span> == Composition == The Extraordinary General Assembly in 2025 and the Annual General Assembly in 2026 elected the committee members: * Andreas Kilde Lien (2025–2027) * Knut Hjelleset (2025–2027) * Sigrun Espe (2026–2028) <span id="Kontakt"></span> == Contact == The nomination committee can be contacted on <tt>valgkomiteen{{@}}wikimedia.no</tt>. [[Kategori:Valgkomiteen| ]] nn9jphlqtgbelzwmemtg8n7snox7i4s 35936 35934 2026-10-15T13:24:38Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35936 wikitext text/x-wiki <languages /> '''Wikimedia Norge's Nomination Committee''' is elected by the Annual General Assembly for two-year terms. According to [[Spesial:Mitt språk/Vedtekter#§ 7 Valgkomité|§ 7 in the bylaws]], the committee must consist of at least three members of the organisation, and their task is to suggest candidates for all elected positions (except those on the Nomination Committee) to the Annual General Assembly. More information about the committee's work can be found in [[retningslinjer for Valgkomitéen i Wikimedia Norge|the guidelines for Wikimedia Norge's Nomination Committee]]. Suggestions and feedback can be submitted to the nomination committee throughout the year. <span id="Sammensetning"></span> == Composition == The Extraordinary General Assembly in 2025 and the Annual General Assembly in 2026 elected the committee members: * Andreas Kilde Lien (2025–2027) * Knut Hjelleset (2025–2027) * Sigrun Espe (2026–2028) <span id="Kontakt"></span> == Contact == The nomination committee can be contacted on <tt>valgkomiteen{{@}}wikimedia.no</tt>. [[Kategori:Valgkomiteen| ]] oncfzjmd020cfqjb87p9k5vf4m89erh 35938 35936 2026-10-15T13:24:54Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35938 wikitext text/x-wiki <languages /> '''Wikimedia Norge's Nomination Committee''' is elected by the Annual General Assembly for two-year terms. According to [[Spesial:Mitt språk/Vedtekter#§ 7 Valgkomité|§ 7 in the bylaws]], the committee must consist of at least three members of the organisation, and their task is to suggest candidates for all elected positions (except those on the Nomination Committee) to the Annual General Assembly. More information about the committee's work can be found in [[retningslinjer for Valgkomitéen i Wikimedia Norge|the guidelines for Wikimedia Norge's Nomination Committee]]. Suggestions and feedback can be submitted to the Nomination Committee throughout the year. <span id="Sammensetning"></span> == Composition == The Extraordinary General Assembly in 2025 and the Annual General Assembly in 2026 elected the committee members: * Andreas Kilde Lien (2025–2027) * Knut Hjelleset (2025–2027) * Sigrun Espe (2026–2028) <span id="Kontakt"></span> == Contact == The nomination committee can be contacted on <tt>valgkomiteen{{@}}wikimedia.no</tt>. [[Kategori:Valgkomiteen| ]] hsfy2a17ycyvdeklvwjc77d3j2vq4l2 35940 35938 2026-10-15T13:25:25Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35940 wikitext text/x-wiki <languages /> '''Wikimedia Norge's Nomination Committee''' is elected by the Annual General Assembly for two-year terms. According to [[Spesial:Mitt språk/Vedtekter#§ 7 Valgkomité|§ 7 in the bylaws]], the committee must consist of at least three members of the organisation, and their task is to suggest candidates for all elected positions (except those on the Nomination Committee) to the Annual General Assembly. More information about the committee's work can be found in [[retningslinjer for Valgkomitéen i Wikimedia Norge|the guidelines for Wikimedia Norge's Nomination Committee]]. Suggestions and feedback can be submitted to the Nomination Committee throughout the year. <span id="Sammensetning"></span> == Composition == The Extraordinary General Assembly in 2025 and the Annual General Assembly in 2026 elected the committee members: * Andreas Kilde Lien (2025–2027) * Knut Hjelleset (2025–2027) * Sigrun Espe (2026–2028) <span id="Kontakt"></span> == Contact == The Nomination Committee can be contacted at <tt>valgkomiteen{{@}}wikimedia.no</tt>. [[Kategori:Valgkomiteen| ]] jdw7d6elsxjrpr62ldp4jn9vma93f07 1198 7323 35931 29533 2026-10-15T13:22:53Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35931 wikitext text/x-wiki '''Wikimedia Norge's Nomination Committee''' is elected by the Annual General Assembly for two-year terms. i5eavpg9l5v6p6lb68bqnb30rftvc5h 1198 7324 35933 27781 2026-10-15T13:24:22Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35933 wikitext text/x-wiki According to [[$1|§ 7 in the bylaws]], the committee must consist of at least three members of the organisation, and their task is to suggest candidates for all elected positions (except those on the Nomination Committee) to the Annual General Assembly. cl1cwhwshob4tdhrv5sytr7ym20bt49 1198 7325 35935 27783 2026-10-15T13:24:37Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35935 wikitext text/x-wiki More information about the committee's work can be found in [[$1|the guidelines for Wikimedia Norge's Nomination Committee]]. ns4veytkexsh32aq7i558lchdlo9flq 1198 7326 35937 27785 2026-10-15T13:24:54Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35937 wikitext text/x-wiki Suggestions and feedback can be submitted to the Nomination Committee throughout the year. 9hak09arsazj9umrry4oj0ib0lpto0t 1198 7331 35939 27795 2026-10-15T13:25:25Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 35939 wikitext text/x-wiki The Nomination Committee can be contacted at $1. 8vjf4pgqftd0zbmdux8yegjh3vwomfg 1198 10914 35926 2026-10-15T13:19:35Z Elisabeth Carrera (WMNO) 3507 Ny side: The incumbent board submits proposals to the Annual General Assembly for the election of this committee. Should a member step down from the Nomination Committee, the board is authorised to appoint a replacement to the Nomination Committee. 35926 wikitext text/x-wiki The incumbent board submits proposals to the Annual General Assembly for the election of this committee. Should a member step down from the Nomination Committee, the board is authorised to appoint a replacement to the Nomination Committee. hnsxhx3drmcoxu4ffqzgw7gvsg2k7td