ARTICLE I

Name

This organization shall be known as the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement

(LCLAA).

ARTICLE II

Aims and Objectives

1. The aims and objectives of the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement shall be

to work within the labor movement and other organizations with compatible goals and

ideals to encourage voter registration, voter education and greater participation by

workers in America of Latin descent and their families in the American political process;

to maximize support for economic and social policies and legislation that are essential to

advance the mutual interest of trade unions by ensuring equal benefits and protection of

union membership for all workers, regardless of national origin, sex, religion or race.

2. The Labor Council for Latin American Advancement will not endorse candidates for

political office.

3. The Labor Council for Latin American Advancement will not endorse, candidates for

positions or office within the labor movement.

ARTICLE III

Membership

1. Any union member who is in good standing with his/her union or any union member who

has retired in good standing, who believes in the principles and policies of the trade union

movement and is willing to abide by the By-Laws and Declaration of Principles of this

organization shall become a member by qualifying under the standards and requirements

of this organization at the time of his/her application for membership.

2. Any member who is accepted by a local or state chapter is eligible to participate in the

business meetings of such chapter. For purposes of casting a vote for election of officers

of a local or state chapter or national board, a member must have a minimum of three (3)

months in good standing.

3. Associate and student members shall be those persons upon whom membership is granted

in accordance with the National By-Laws of the Labor Council for Latin American

Advancement. Associate and student members shall not be eligible to serve as national or

state chapter officers or members of the executive board. Associate and student members

shall be entitled to attend membership meetings, shall have the right to voice and vote

and will be recognized at such meetings by the presiding officer.  Two Associate

Members may serve on the Chapter Board, but may not serve as officers on the chapter

board.

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