Bye-Laws of Professionals Impact Initiative (PII)

Preamble 

We, the members of the Professional Impact Initiative (PII), hereby establish these  bye laws to govern the operations, structure, and objectives of our forum, dedicated to  fostering professional solidarity and societal development. 

Article 1: Name and Mission 

  1. Name: The forum shall be known as the Professional Impact Initiative (PII),  hereinafter referred to as the “PII”. 
  2. Mission: The PII aims to provide a platform for professionals from diverse  fields to utilize their skills, time, and creativity for the holistic development of  self and society, fostering positive change. 

Article 2: Aims & Objectives 

The PII shall be a charitable organisation to promote social, cultural, spiritual,  education and advancement of ethical practices in the society. Following means will  be adopted:  

  1. Sensitization: To promote a deeper understanding of the purpose of life among  professionals, encouraging them to transcend routine professional and personal  pursuits for greater societal impact. 
  2. Talent Utilization: To harness the talents and spare time of professionals in  activities contributing to the well-being of humanity at large. 
  3. Social Services: To sustain and develop social initiatives with clear vision and  professional expertise, addressing pressing societal needs. 

Article 3: Areas of Focus 

1. Career and Job Guidance:

Providing comprehensive career guidance and support services for students and  unemployed youth to facilitate their transition into the professional world. 

2. Industry Interface and Real-Time Exposure: 

Organizing industry interface sessions and real-time exposure opportunities for  job seekers to connect with professionals, gain insights into various industries,  and enhance their employability skills. 

3. Talent Promotion and Cultural Activism: 

Promoting talent among professionals through engagement in constructive and  alternate arts, including poetry, cartoon making, documentary filmmaking, and  other forms of cultural activism. 

4. Media Activism: 

Leveraging social media and other forms of media activism to advocate for  PII’s stance on national and international issues, amplifying voices for positive  change. 

5. Professional Fraternity Support: 

Establishing working professional Men/Women hostels and organizing  workshops, seminars, and training programs to cater to the needs of the  professional fraternity, fostering a supportive and conducive environment for  growth and development. 

6. Professional, Moral and Ethical Training: 

To impart training of various durations in professional, vocational and useful training and courses particularly in fields of Information Technology and  Management, Mass Communication, Medicines and Pharmacy, Engineering  and Humanities. Also conducting moral and ethical training sessions for  working professionals to instil values of integrity, responsibility, and ethical  conduct in their professional endeavours. 

7. Community Outreach and Collaboration: 

Facilitating professionals to engage with marginalized communities through  coordinated efforts with like-minded NGOs, aiming to uplift and empower  disadvantaged groups. 

8. Philanthropy and Community Service Awareness: 

Creating awareness among professionals about the importance of philanthropy  and community service, encouraging active participation in initiatives aimed at  social welfare and upliftment. 

9. Promotion of Unity and Communal Harmony:

Promoting unity, a sense of coexistence, and communal harmony within the  professional community, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for  all members. 

10. Other Relevant Activities: 

Undertaking any other relevant activities identified by the Steering Committee,  aimed at furthering the objectives and vision of the PII. 

Article 4: Membership 

1. Eligibility: Membership is open to Indian citizens working in various  professional domains as listed below: 

  • IT services firms 
  • ITES firms (BPO, KPO etc) 
  • Non-IT Engineering firms / consultancies (Civil / Mechanical /  Electronics / Automobile / Aviation Engineering, Architecture and all  the other engineering fields) 
  • Professional trainers / corporate trainers or firms 
  • CRM / SCM / financial services (CA /CS/ ICWAI firms or  consultancies) 
  • All kinds of marketing and advertisement firms 
  • Print / Electronic / Internet Media firms 
  • Hotel / Hospitality Management firms 
  • Audit firms or consultancies 
  • Management firms / consultancies 
  • Theatre artist, media & social media professionals  
  • Professional educational institutions.

2. Obligations: Members are required to actively participate in at least one PII activity regularly and provide financial contributions to support the  organization’s initiatives. 

3. Voting rights: every member shall be entitled to vote on each matter submitted  to vote of the members.  

4. Termination of Membership:

  • Membership may be terminated if a member resigns, or is deemed of unsound mind or passes away.
  • Membership will be terminated if a competent court sentences the member to imprisonment for any offence involving moral turpitude or other criminal activity.
  • If the Professionals Impact Initiative (PII) finds that a member is engaged in activities that are against the interests of the organisation, their membership may be terminated.
  • Membership may also be terminated for any other valid reasons.

Article 5: Management of the PII 

1. Board of Founder Members – “the Board”

  • Mr. Salim Ullah Khan – New Delhi 
  • Mr. Zahid Hussain – New Delhi 
  • Mr. Irfan Waheed – New Delhi 
  • Mr. Irfan Ahmad – New Delhi 
  • Mr. Mohd Rizwan – New Delhi 
  • Mr. Sadab Ahmad – New Delhi 
  • Mr. Mohd Sikander – New Delhi 

The Founder Members may add any new person with the majority of two-thirds of the members’ votes.

2. Advisory Committee 

“The Board” shall form an Advisory Committee to oversee the planning and implementation of PII’s programmes for a two-year period. This advisory committee shall consist of an optimal combination of members, with at least forty percent nominated by “the Board” and no more than sixty percent elected by PII members.

3. Executive committee

The advisory committee shall elect the following office bearers from among themselves by majority vote:

  • President
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer

The board has the authority to appoint additional office bearers as needed.

Article 6: Meetings of Board, Advisory Committee and  Executive Committee 

  1. A minimum of three meetings of “the board” shall be held each year to discuss and conduct the business of the PII. These meetings may take place at the office or any other location determined by “the board”. There should be no more than five months between two consecutive board meetings.
  2. A minimum of two meetings of the advisory committee shall be held each year to discuss the affairs of the committee. These meetings may take place at the office or any other location determined by the president. There should be no more than six months between two consecutive meetings of the advisory committee.
  3. Meetings of the executive committee shall be held on an as-needed basis to conduct the day-to-day business of the PII.

Article 8: Annual Board Meeting  

A meeting of all members of the PII shall be held every year before 3 months after  end of the year to review the progress and strategize for the upcoming year.  

Article 7: Notice, Quorum, Agenda, minutes and mode of  meetings of the Board & Advisory Committee  

  1. Not less than seven days’ written notice shall be given by the secretary to every member of the board and advisory committee at their registered address on file with the office of PII. Such notice shall be sent by hand delivery, post, or electronic means.
  2. A shorter notice may be given to transact any urgent business, provided that the chairman of the Board or Committee is present at the meeting.
  3. The business to be transacted at the meeting and the agenda notes shall be provided to members of the board and advisory committee at least seven days before the meeting date. This can be done through hand delivery, post, email, or other electronic means.
  4. If circumstances require, board or committee meetings may be conducted through video conferencing or other online modes if physical presence is not possible for all or some members.
  5. For the purpose of determining the quorum for board or committee meetings, one-third of the total strength or three members (whichever is higher) shall be required. Participation by any number of members through video conferencing or other audio-visual means shall also be counted. Any fraction of a member shall be counted as one.
  6. The proceedings of the board and committee meetings shall be recorded in a minutes book, which shall be preserved by the secretary on behalf of PII.

Last amended: March 2024