The purpose of the Association is to promote speech communication science and technology in a European context. Registration as a member of the Association is carried out by the Board alter verification that the applicant has sufficiently shown competence and well-grounded interest in the field of activity of Association. The member in question has the right of appeal to the General Assembly. The Board shall keep a register in which the names and addresses of the members are recorded. Only full members, who are permanent residents of Europe can be members of the Board.
Consecutive appointments are limited to two successive terms.
The Board chooses a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary and a Treasurer from among its own ranks. The posts of Secretary and Treasurer may be held by same person. The Board meets as often as necessary, it is convened by its President or at the request of at least three of its members. The presence of at least half the members of the Board is necessary for the deliberations to be valid. Minutes shall be taken during each sitting and they shall be signed by the President and the Secretary.