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BUFT alumni take pride in our achievements, just as we take pride in theirs. The ties between us are mutual, loyal and lifelong.

BUFT Alumni Association is an independent, non-profit organization that aims to promote the welfare of the university by cultivating a mutually beneficial relationship between BUFT and its growing worldwide community of alumni. The Alumni Association provides and supports alumni programs and services, facilitates communication with alumni, and seeks to strengthen alumni bonds of fellowship, professional association and university affiliation.

The Alumni Association leverages the resources, talents, and initiatives of alumni and friends to advise, guide, advocate for and support the Association and the university in achieving their respective missions and goals. The Alumni Association provides an alumni network and encourages alumni engagement in the life of the university.

The Alumni Association coordinates activities for advancing the university’s academic, administrative, athletic, research and outreach programs. The Alumni Association encourages alumni to stay connected and serve as advocates for the university. If you are a former BUFT student, BUFT would like to hear from you.

The association arranges special get together; regular updates on BIFT activities and new programs exclusively designed for the former students. It provides a perfect platform to renew students’ acquaintances with old friends and keep them connected with each other.

We strive to be committed to the students we are privileged to serve, in our alumni association, our dedicated, talented faculty and staff. We also take pride in having the most active and helpful group of partners, visionary parents, well-wishers, alumni and friends.

CONSTITUTION AND RULES AND REGULATIONS OF

BGMEA UNIVERSITY OF FASHION & TECHNOLOGY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (BUFTAA)

  1. NAME

The name of the Society shall be “BGMEA UNIVERSITY OF FASHION & TECHNOLOGY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION”

  1. ADDRESS

The Registered Office of the Society shall be situated at BUFT Uttara Model Town, Dhaka-1230

III. OBJECTS

The objects for which the Association is established are:-

  1. To promote fraternity among the ex-students of BIFT/BUFT in Bangladesh and to help each other in up-dating and up-grading their professional career through knowledge sharing.
  1. To undertake appropriate activities such as training courses, seminars, exhibitions, etc. for the transfer of Fashion & Technology from all over the World to Bangladesh for the Fashion and Industrial economic development of this country with approval of the concerned authorities.
  1. To extend the appropriate assistance to the expertise who reside in or visit Bangladesh for the promotion of Fashion & Technology, industrial economy and friendly relationship among the World with Bangladesh.
  1. To promote the exchange of fashion & technological, managerial and scientific knowledge through the exchange of visits, publications, etc.
  1. To publish journals, books and papers for benefit of the members of society in Particular and the citizens of Bangladesh in general.
  1. To extend necessary cooperation and assistance to BUFT in organizing and Implementing its training and seminar programs both home & abroad.
  1. To publish fashion & technology related journals, technical books and technical papers for benefit of the members of the society in particular and the citizens of Bangladesh in general.
  2. To promote friendship and cooperation with the other similar minded alumni societies in Bangladesh and those in the neighboring regions and in the world.
  1. To provide relief to the people at the time of natural disasters and to assist in their rehabilitation.
  1. To purchase, hire, take on lease, or in exchange, or allotment, or otherwise acquire, erect, maintain, equip, construct, renovate movable or immovable property including land, building and equipment for the purpose of the association.
  1. To receive lawful subscription, donation from the members of the Association and outsiders and to accept any donation, gift, contribution towards promoting the objects of the society, provided however that the society shall not receive any foreign donation, gift, etc. without undergoing the formalities as laid down in foreign donations (Voluntary Activities) regulations ordinance 1978 of Bangladesh.
  1. To acquire and maintain a suitable office for conducting the functions of the association and for meeting of the members.
  1. To maintain a Library-cum-Information Centre for benefit of the members of the association in particular and the citizens of Bangladesh in general.
  1. To do all such other things as may be incidental or conducive to the attainment of the objects of the association.
  1. The income and property of the association shall be applied solely towards the promotion of the objects of the association as set-forth in the Memorandum of Association and no portion there of shall be paid or transferred directly or indirectly by way of dividend, bonus or otherwise to the members of the association.
  1. If upon winding up or dissolution of the association, there remains, after satisfaction of all its debts & liabilities, any assets, income or property whatsoever the same shall not be paid or distributed amongst the members of the association, but shall be given or transferred to some other society or association having objects similar to the objects of the association to be determined by the votes of not less than three-fifth members of the association.

 

 

 

 

Rules and Regulations of BGMEA University Of Fashion & Technology Alumni Association

  1. PATRONS, ADVISERS AND AUDIT ADVISERS

The association may request eminent persons to become Patrons/Advisers/Audit Advisers of the association. .The decision to make such request shall be taken in the Executive Committee. Such enrolment of patrons and advisers will be confirmed in the following AGM.

  1. MEMBERSHIP

The Association shall have the following three categories of membership:

  1. Member
  1. a) Any ex-students of BIFT/BUFT having his/her name in the up-to-date on BIFT/BUFT Graduation completing list and having the citizenship of Bangladesh shall be eligible to become a Life Member of the association.
  1. b) Any citizen of Bangladesh studied/trained in a second country other than Bangladesh under BUFT Scholarship or BUFTAA Alumni Resource Exchange Fund shall also be eligible to become a Life Member of the association.
  1. c) Any citizen of Bangladesh studied/trained in a second country other than Bangladesh under the auspices of any organization other than BUFT, and if arrangement of the same made with the help of BUFTAA, will also be eligible to be a Life member of BGMEA University Of Fashion & Technology Alumni Association (BUFTAA).

In order to apply for BUFTAA Life membership the ex-students or any citizen of Bangladesh fall on above point b & c will be required to furnish certificate of successful completion of their graduation or other trainings and pay the membership fee decided by the executive committee of BUFTAA.

  1. Honorary Member

Honorary Membership may be accorded by the association to any Bangladeshi national in recognition of his/her contribution to the Society. Such decision shall be taken by the Executive Committee.

  1. Corporate Member

Any Bangladeshi Company or organization supporting the aims & objectives of the association is eligible to become a corporate Member of the association.

III. TERRITORY

The Association shall be a National Organization having its territorial jurisdiction all over

Bangladesh. However, it will not impose any bar on any existing BUFT Alumni association outside the country or on any Sub-Centre of BUFT Alumni which may come into existence in future in different parts of the country or outside of the country.

  1. PRIVILAGES AND OBLIGATIONS OF MEMBERS
  1. Members shall abide by the constitution of the association and exert all efforts for healthy growth of the association.
  1. Members shall be entitled to participate in all activities of the Society unless otherwise specified.
  1. The Members shall have the right to vote or become members of the Executive Committee of the association.
  1. Any special Committee and /or Sub-Committee may be formed by the Executive

Committee for specific purpose with members of any category.

  1. Members of all categories shall enjoy the same privileges and benefits of the association.
  1. It shall be the duty of every Member and corporate Member to support the Society financially by paying the specified Membership Fee and any other obligations which may be imperative in the pursuit of its objectives, provided that such obligations shall be approved by the Executive Committee/General Body.

 

  1. MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION
  2. Admission to any category of membership shall be subject to payment of applicable fees and subscriptions.
  1. For admission to life and corporate membership the incumbent will apply in a prescribed form along with documentary evidence showing his/her eligibility for the purpose.
  1. On scrutiny Executive Committee will approve and admit membership.
  1. Honorary Membership will be admissible to distinguished personalities who by virtue of their position and understanding are able to contribute to the association or personalities who have rendered commendable services for the cause of the association. Executive Committee will identify and nominate Honorary Membership. Honorary Membership will be free of subscription.
  1. Executive Committee will decide membership fees and subscriptions and review the same from time to time.

 

  1. ORGANIZATION
  2. The organization of the association shall consist of an Executive Committee of Twenty One persons from among the Members as detailed below:

 

Elected Members:

President I

Senior Vice President 1

Vice Presidents 3

Secretary General I

Joint Secretaries 2

Treasurer 1

Joint Treasurers 2

Executive Members 9

Ex-Officio Member:

Immediate Past President 1

Total 21

  1. In addition, there will be at least 3 (three) Advisers who will advise the Executive Committee. Of the three 1 (one) will be Financial Adviser. They will be invited to participate in all EC meetings. EC in its first meeting shall decide and co-opt advisers for its tenure which will be informed in the immediately following AGM. Advisers will be eligible for re-election.  If the Immediate Past President become a candidate for any post of EC or become an Adviser, total number of Executive Member shall be 10. 
  2. A member shall not be elected in a particular post of office bearer (excluding Executive Member) for more than two terms. A member shall not hold office in the EC for more than 10 (ten) terms.

VII. ELECTION

  1. The election of the Executive Committee shall be held in the month of March every two years. The date and venue of election shall be decided by the Executive Committee.
  2. The Executive Committee shall nominate at least a three member election commission from amongst eligible members/advisers of BUFTAA at least three months ahead of election.
  3. 2.1.The Election Commission shall announce pools schedule, prepare voter list, invite nominations for various posts from amongst eligible members and conduct election in a fair and impartial manner on the spirit of secret ballot. 
  4. 2.2. The Election Commission shall declare a candidature void if a candidate engages in unfair practices or engages in campaign in an unethical manner. In such case the Commission will give a chance of hearing to the incumbent. 
  5. 2.3.The Members of the Election Commission shall not contest for any post in the election. On submission of any application for nomination his/her membership in the Election Commission shall become void and new member will be coopted. 
  6. 2.4.After the election, the commission shall submit the election result to the President of the society, post in the notice board and read aloud in the AGM if held. 
  7. 2.5.Executive Committee shall render full cooperation, support, assistance and resources necessary to the Election Commission. 2.6.Election Commission shall perform as an independent body. 
  8. 2.7.Election Commission may co-opt more members and volunteers to discharge its functions.
  9. 2.8. Election Commission may organize focused meetings to introduce candidates. 
  10. 2.9. Nomination forms will be issued at a price decided by the election commission.
  11. 2.10. Election Commission may frame electoral rules and by laws consistent to the constitution and other bye laws.
  12. In the event of any vacancy at any stage in the Executive Committee, the Executive Committee shall have the option to co-opt any suitable person from among the members of the Society to fill the vacancy. Such co-option will be informed in the immediately following AGM.

VIII. DUTIES OF THE ADVISERS, AUDIT ADVISER AND THE MEMBERS OF

THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

  1. Advisers

The Advisers shall advise and guide the Association in all matters and shall attend meetings of the Association.

  1. Financial Adviser

The Finance adviser shall advise the Association on all financial matters and shall audit the accounts of the Association on quarterly basis. The Financial adviser shall also attend meetings of the Association.

  1. President
  2. i) The President shall give leadership in all activities of the Association. 
  3. ii) The President shall preside over all meetings of the Association. In case of absence or inability of the President, the Senior Vice President will take the Chair. In case of absence or inability of the Senior Vice President, one of the Vice President will take the Chair.

iii) The President shall consult with the members of the Executive Committee in determining the policy matters of the Association.

  1. iv) The President shall have a casting vote.
  2. Senior Vice President and Vice Presidents

The Senior Vice President and the Vice Presidents shall assist the President in the performance of his duties and shall act for the President during his absence.

  1. Secretary General
  2. i) The Secretary General shall keep all records of the Association.
  3. ii) The Secretary General shall issue the Notice for any Executive Committee Meeting/General Meeting of the Association and shall keep accurate minutes of all such meetings.
  4. iii) Secretary General will communicate on behalf of the Association where relevant and shall be responsible to implement the decisions of the Executive Committee and General Meetings
  1. Joint Secretaries

The Joint Secretaries shall assist the Secretary General in the performance of this duties and shall act for the Secretary General during his absence.

  1. Treasurer
  2. i) The Treasurer shall maintain all financial records of the Association.
  3. ii) The Treasurer shall collect the membership fees from the members or the Association.

iii) The Treasurer shall prepare and present the Financial Statement in the Executive Committee Meeting/General Meeting of the Association.

  1. iv) The Treasurer shall certify and sign all receipts and vouchers.
  2. v) The Treasurer shall maintain a Bank Account of the Association and shall sign cheques together with the President/Secretary General.
  1. Joint Treasurers

The Joint Treasurers shall assist the Treasurer in the performance of his duties and shall act for the Treasurer during his absence.

  1. Executive Members

The Executive Members shall cooperate with other office bearers of the Association in all activities of the Association.

  1. GENERAL MEETING
  2. General Meeting of the Society shall be held at least once a year. A notice of at least 14 (fourteen) days shall be served to this effect along with the agenda.
  1. The agenda of the General Meeting shall be decided by the Executive Committee.
  2. The following business shall be transacted at the annual general meeting :
  3. a) Confirmation of the minutes of the last general meeting.
  4. b) Presentation and adoption of the Annual Report of the Association.
  5. c) Presentation and confirmation of duly audited Statements of Accounts and passing the budget for the ensuring year.
  1. d) To transact any other important matters of the Association.
  2. e) Appointment of Auditor for next year
  3. Forty of the members of the society shall form the quorum of the General Meeting. In the absence of a quorum, the meeting shall stand adjourned and shall be recalled within a fortnight and may proceed even without a quorum.
  4. Extra-Ordinary General Meeting may be called at any time with the approval of the Executive Committee to transact any important and urgent matter, serving a notice of 7 (seven) days for the purpose. 40 (forty members) of the Society shall form the quorum of such Extra-Ordinary General Meeting. In the absence of a quorum, the meeting shall stand adjourned and shall be recalled within 7 (seven) days and may proceed even without a quorum.
  1. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
  2. The Executive Committee Meeting shall be held at least once in two months for which a notice of 7(seven) days shall be required.
  3. One-third of the Executive Committee Members shall form the quorum for the meeting. All decisions shall be carried out by simple majority. In case of a tie, the president shall have the casting vote.
  4. In the absence of a quorum, the meeting shall stand adjourned and shall be reconvened within a week and shall proceed even without a quorum.
  5. Extra-Ordinary Executive Committee Meeting may be called with a 24-hour notice to transact any emergency matter. The quorum of such meeting shall be one-fourth of the total Executive Committee Members.
  1. FINANCIAL POWER
  2. The Association shall maintain a bank account with a scheduled bank in Dhaka and the bank account will be operated under the joint signatures of the Treasurer or any of the Joint Treasurer nominated by the Treasurer duly approved by the Executive Committee and the President/Secretary General . 
  3. Financial Powers of the Association will be discharged as decided in the delegation of financial powers of the Association.
  4. Following will be the source of fund for the Association:
  5. Membership Fee/ subscription
  6. Donations
  7. Income from services etc.

XII. AMENDMENTS

  1. Any member may propose amendment to the constitution (Constitution of Association, Rules, Regulations and bye-laws) in writing to the Secretary General. Secretary General will place the same before the Executive Committee which will scrutinize the same in terms of consistency, necessity and legality. EC may also form sub-committee, if it deem fit, to scrutinize the same. Executive Committee out of its own urge may propose amendments duly considering all relevant matters.
  2. All amendments (considered by EC) will be placed before Annual General Meeting/ Extra Ordinary General Meeting with prior notice and distribution of the proposed amendment among members. 
  3. AGM/EGM may accept proposal for amendment of Constitution of Association with three-fifth members present supporting it. However bye-laws may be amended by a simple majority vote.

XIII. DISSOLUTION

The Association, due to certain circumstances, may be dissolved by the three-fifth majority vote of the total Members of the Society in General Meeting specially convened for the purpose with a notice of at least 21 (twenty one) days. In such case the assets of the Society, if any, shall be dealt with according to clause-V of the constitution of Association..

XIV. GENERAL

  1. Any member who wishes to resign from his/her membership of the Association shall give to the Secretary General a notice in writing to that effect along with the payment of all outstanding dues. 
  2. Any member may be disqualified from the membership of the Association or a specified period or for life by two-thirds vote of the Executive Committee Members for any violation of the constitution or for actions detrimental to the good name of the Association in a meeting called for the purpose, provided that the Member shall be given a chance of hearing to defend himself/herself before the E.C. Meeting. Such action shall immediately be circulated among the Members to the Association. 
  3. If any Member of the Executive Committee remains absent without any valid reason for three consecutive meetings, shall disqualify himself/herself to act as a member of the Executive Committee.
  4. The Executive Committee shall be obliged to call an Extra-Ordinary General Meeting with a notice of at lest 7(seven) days if it is requisitioned by at least 30 (thirty) Members of the Association to discuss any serious issue concerning the Association.
  5. The Association shall not indulge in any commercial and political activities or allow its funds and premises to be used for commercial and political purposes. 
  6. The Executive Committee may frame byelaws to carry out its business during its tenure. For continued practice such bye laws will be placed before General Meeting in which case it will be binding on all ECs to follow.
  1. ARBITGRATION

Any kind of dispute which may arise in the Association shall be solved through arbitration within the Association.

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