REPUBLICAN PUBLIC ASSOCIATION
«KAZAKHSTAN UNION OF SPORTS VETERANS»
I. ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION
Our organization aims to unite veterans who have made a significant contribution to the development of sports in the Republic of Kazakhstan, provide them with comprehensive support, establish close ties with society, and pass on the spirit of patriotism to the new generation of athletes.
The achievements of modern Kazakhstani sports are undoubtedly due in large part to the veterans who contributed both during the years of Independence and in earlier periods. Therefore, we view the creation of sports heritage projects and museums not only as an expression of deep gratitude for their work but also as an important measure to ensure that, after completing their careers in elite sports, veterans remain valued by society and receive the support and care they deserve.
II. OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSOCIATION
Mentorship – Establishing a system of mentorship between sports veterans and the new generation of athletes; providing spiritual and psychological support from distinguished veterans who achieved outstanding success in sports to members of the national team participating in the Olympic Games, World and Asian Championships, as well as offering them professional guidance and orientation.
Support – Assessing the social status of sports veterans and providing them with comprehensive assistance.
Competitions – In cooperation with Sports Federations, organizing Spartakiads and competitions among sports veterans at the republican level; ensuring their participation in Games, as well as in World and Asian Championships.
Heritage – Opening a “Sports Glory” museum in our country.
Assistance – Supporting the dignified celebration of veterans’ anniversaries and providing care for the families of deceased veterans.
III. STRUCTURE AND GOVERNING BODIES OF THE ASSOCIATION
Conference – The highest governing body of the Association is the Conference, convened as necessary, but not more than once every two years. The date, venue, and agenda of the Conference are determined by the Presidium. The Presidium establishes the place, date, and time of the Conference.
Chairperson – The Chairperson of the Association is elected and dismissed by the Conference as the executive officer. The term of office of the Chairperson is five (5) years. The Chairperson works on a salaried basis. The Chairperson is subject to the labor legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as the legislation on social security and insurance.
Presidium – The Presidium is the collegial governing body of the Association. Members of the Presidium serve on a voluntary basis. The number of Presidium members shall not exceed twenty-five (25). The term of office of Presidium members is four (5) five.
Apparatus of the Association – The Apparatus ensures organizational, human resources, legal, financial, logistical, administrative, and other support for the activities of the Association.
Audit Commission – Conferences of regional (city, district) branches, as well as of the Astana, Almaty, and Shymkent branches of the Association, elect the audit and supervisory bodies of the Association, determine their composition, and approve their regulations.
IV. BRANCHES AND SUBDIVISIONS OF THE ASSOCIATION
The Association has branches — its structural subdivisions established in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Branches are subject to registration with the territorial justice authorities.
Branches are not legal entities; they operate on the basis of their Regulations, are guided in their activities by the Charter of the Association and decisions of higher bodies, and are provided with property by the Association.
In implementing the decisions of higher bodies, branches independently determine the ways of achieving their goals. The Head of a branch is elected by the Conference of the Association.
V. MEMBERSHIP IN THE ASSOCIATION
Members of the Association may be citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan aged 50 and above who have achieved significant success in the development of physical culture and sports and hold sports titles of the republican level (at least Champion of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Master of Sports, Honored Coach of the Republic of Kazakhstan, or National Category Referee), as well as legal entities — public associations supporting the field of sports. Political parties may not be members of the Association.
Membership in the Association may also be Honorary. Honorary members of the Association may include prominent political, sports, and other public figures who share the goals and objectives outlined in the Charter.
Admission to and withdrawal from membership in the Association is carried out by the Presidium on the basis of an individual application or a collective appeal. Members admitted to the Association are issued a membership card and a badge.