ANIV Bylaws
The bylaws are the operating rules of our association, how membership works, how the executive leads, and the standards we hold ourselves to. Every member agrees to them on joining, and they belong to all of us.
The bylaws exist to keep ANIV fair, transparent and accountable to its members. They define who we are as an association, how decisions are made, and what every member can expect, and is expected of them, in return. They are reviewed and updated by the executive in line with the procedures set out in the document itself.
What the bylaws cover
Membership & Eligibility
Who can join, the categories of membership, what membership means, and the rights and responsibilities that come with being a member in good standing.
Executive & Governance
How the executive is elected, the roles and duties of each officer, how meetings are called and conducted, and how decisions are made and recorded.
Conduct & Standards
The community standards members agree to uphold, expectations of behaviour, and how concerns or breaches of the bylaws are handled.
Finances & Operations
How dues are set and collected, how the association's funds are managed and reported, and the operational procedures that keep ANIV running transparently.
Read the full bylaws
Download the complete ANIV bylaws as a PDF to read, save, or print.
Download Bylaws (PDF)By joining ANIV, members agree to follow these bylaws and community standards.
Questions about the bylaws or how ANIV is governed?
Contact ANIVThe bylaws may be updated from time to time by the executive. Last reviewed: August 2026.