Ex officio members are the President, the Secretary General, the Newsletter Editor, and representatives of the regional affiliates. The Council shall advise the Executive Committee on important questions. The Executive Committee shall consist of at least five members, elected by the Council from its members. He or she shall consult with the Executive Committee and keep the Council informed. Paid members are eligible for election.
All elections take place by secret ballot.
The yearly amount may be changed, and it shall be determinded by the Executive Committee. Funds and contributions from other sources are welcome. The application of this principle shall be determinded by considerations of practicability and efficiency, and where possible, English will be used. Membership may be terminated by letter of resignation directed to the Secretary General, or by a decision by the Executive Committee, which may be appealed to the next Administrative Meeting, or automatically by non-payment of membership dues.