Oromia Youth Association of Minnesota. We are the future!

Events

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Oromo Ball July 15

come and enjoy the best ball ” the oromo ball”

Cultural Night

One night in Oromia

Monthly membership meeting
and more

OYA President Message

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OYA President Amane Kawo
Message

We all have dreams, but nothing is greater than a dream for a society as a whole. OYA is an organization that is established by a group of young people who wanted to inspire the younger generation, as well as the Oromo Community. I will live up to those standards to the best ability possible. The question for me was not about enhancing OYA, instead it was about inspiring people younger than me, to grow up and be the next generation of our people. With every crucial question in our world today, everything is answered by the Youth. We are the future, we hold the key to the future, therefore we must build our community for a more greater society in the future. I hope that people understand our motive and our ambition to do what ever it takes to live up to the standards set for us. My main message is to simply tell the future generation to live up to the standards set for them, especially when it comes to being involved in their community. As an Oromo, I felt as though I had the responsibility to reach out to my people, weather it’s with in the United states or abroad. Along with my board, we will do what is possible to impact our community in the most positive way.
We will be an example for the future generation to the best of our ability.

One Night in Oromia: Graduation and Cultural Night

admin — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:56:18 +0000

Minneapolis, MN – The Oromo Community of Minnesota’s meeting hall was packed to capacity. Children play outside. Balloons hang from the door. Inside, the 2011 graduates were seated in the front row with their families immediately to the left.

OCM organizes an annual graduation ceremony that brings families, community leaders and the graduates together. The event is a sort of initiation for the graduates into the service of the community. Some are young adults whom the community leaders look to as heir takers. Others are members of Oromia Youth Association (OYA), an integral part of the community.
Approximately 20 college graduates, including a handful with advanced degrees, along with 60 high school graduates, were invited to partake in the ceremony. The newly elected President of OCM, Mrs. Ertra Namara, handed silver medals to the graduates. In her welcome address, Mrs Namara congratulated the students as well as their parents on the milestone achievement. She noted that education is key not only for upward mobility but also the future of the community.

The keynote address was given by Midhasso Foge, PharmD. Dr. Foge echoed Aadde Ertra’s call on the graduates to continue to strive to reach higher. Dr. Foge is the product of this community himself and in the past has taken various leadership roles with the local Oromo youth and student organizations. Using examples from the Macca Tulama literacy campaign and the Arsi Basic school system, he reminded the graduates “this day came from the legacy and dreams of our forefathers who did not have any educational opportunities.”

His call on the graduates to “leave Minnesota” drew a cheer from the crowd. Many took his remark as a lighthearted joke. But Dr. Foge, who had just completed his doctorate of pharmacy degree in California, used his experience to encourage his peers to venture outside of their comfort zones. “Be willing to pursue opportunity where ever it exists”, Foge said. That way, he argued, “ you will meet new people, opening doors to newer possibilities.” According to him by stepping outside of Minnesota’s close-knit community, the students can challenge themselves, gain access to and be inspired by others who are not necessarily like them, but are doing great things in their own right. “Never cease to learn and apply a 50/50 rule – If you spend fifty percent of your time with Oromos, spend the other fifty percent in the company of others who are smarter and better achieved”, he added.

His well-received remarks were followed by an award ceremony, lead by the president and secretary. Dressed in brightly colored caps and gowns, the graduates took to the stage to be recognized once more–this time by their community. The award ceremony was followed by a message from the Oromia Youth Association, graduate speakers, and a dinner.

One Night in Oromia

Miles down the road, OYA leaders were busy prepping for yet another annual event: OYA Cultural Night. This year’s cultural night, themed “One Night in Oromia,” was unlike any other the reporter has seen. The theme was carefully carried out to give the audience a cultural synopsis of Oromia. From humorous jokes by the emcees Jamal aka J.J and Gutama to excellent performances of cultural dances by OYA’s professional dance troupe, it was an epic event. The skit was funny and on point. The poems clearly sent the audience into nostalgic mood.

Despite a widespread campaign to advertise the stint, for the show the youth have put up, turnout was disappointing. The event was RSVPed by over 300 people on Facebook. The social networking site was literally plastered with information about the event and members changing their profile pictures to the flyer of the event.

Despite the low turn-out, the event went as planned. Every step of the way, the dances were heart-stopping. The audience was loudly cheerful. OYA leaders and members deserve immense credit for taking pride in their identities and upholding their cultural traditions.

July 15th, 2011 will be the 5th Annual Oromo Ball. It will be held at the spacious Radisson Hotel in Roseville. Tickets are on sale now. Take a listen to this PSA from Hegere Media.

Source: Opride.com

http://www.opride.com/oromsis/oromo/952-one-night-in-oromia.html

One-on-one with Oromia Youth Association President

admin — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:43:24 +0000

The Oromia Youth Association (OYA) in Minnesota has recently elected a new president. Despite the growing number of Oromo youth and young adults in Little Oromia, in recent years, OYA had struggled to rally the youth behind its beautifully stated objectives. Marred by low membership and lack of enthusiasm, for the last three consecutive years, a formal election did not take place. Instead, at the absence of contending candidates, power has simply defaulted from one president to the next without casting votes. I talked exclusively with the current OYA president about her goals, this year’s OYA activities, recruitment strategies, OYA elections and the youth led movements that are transforming North Africa and the Middle East. Oromsis: Congratulations on being President, briefly introduce yourself to our readers. Amane: My name is Amane Bedasso Kawo. I am a senior at Blaine High School where I also play soccer. In all my four years at Blaine High, I was on the Debate and Speech team as well as in theatre. I am a writer and aspire to publish sometime in the future. I want to study Economics/ Pre-law and Political science with a goal of eventually going to law school. I am deeply inspired by my parents as well as those around me that have pushed me to become the person I am today. Oromsis: Tell me about OYA (history, objectives, etc) Amane: OYA was established in 1998 with a goal of bringing the community together, especially the Oromo youth. Our doctrine is to promote our culture, introduce ourselves to those who are not familiar with Oromo people, provide positive role models to Oromo youth, and provide a platform for the youth to support each other in school and contribute to the development of a healthy community . Our cause is clear and it is to continue upholding the Oromo struggle by empowering the youth. Oromsis: How long have you been involved with OYA before deciding to run? Amane: I got involved with OYA approximately about 3 years ago. I have since been an active OYA member and also a member of OYA’s Hawisso group. Oromsis: What inspired and motivated you to take on such a huge responsibility? Amane: My biggest inspiration is my father who pushes me to the absolute limit. He taught me discipline, and most of all ambition to be who I was set out to be. I value education and yes, I have had failures, lots of them, but I have also overcome the odds in my path to success. Oromsis: You mentioned, you are a senior, taking advanced placement classes and perhaps colleges to apply to – how are you going to balance all of that? Amane: Yes, I am a senior in high school, involved with many activities and have other responsibilities outside of school. Never have I questioned my abilities to balance advanced placement classes and my activities. There were times however, when I didn’t know how to balance all of it, yet with time and experience you adapt to the concept of “you win some, you lose some.” Oromsis: Walk me through the OYA electoral process (campaign, debates and Election Day). Amane: In recent years, OYA elections have quite possibly been the biggest failures simply because nobody wants to run, and people just didn’t understand what OYA stood for. Typically, once the announcement is made for the election (months in advance), interested candidates put together a governing board and forward it to the outgoing board. Then debates will be held for the members to hear each side make their case about how they hope to better serve. Then, after a fully fledged campaign by contenders, election will take place to decide the winner. That did not happen this year. It did not happen the year before, or before that. But in the end, the people who wanted to take on the responsibility did and we are very glad to do so this time around. Oromsis: Who is in your board? Amane: My board members are amazing and hard working; they are also quite an intimidating team. We all push each other and correct one another when on opposing sides of issues. My Vice President is Kadir Hussein, a student at the University of Minnesota. My Cultural Chair is Mohamed Kebeto, currently attending National American University. My treasury is Abdulsalam Abda, also a student at the University of Minnesota. My educational chair/ Public Relations person is Misro Omer, the third student from the University of Minnesota. My secretary is Mieso Wako, a high school senior taking PSEO classes at the University of Minnesota. They are a great group of people to work with, and do tremendous work at their job. Oromsis: You certainly like the U of M (laughs). Oromsis: Give me the rundown of activities you have planned for this year? Amane: We as a board have a lot of goals for this year. Considering we came in months after the election was suppose to be held, we are trying our best to keep up. Our agenda and goals are quite clear, if you attend the monthly meetings – you can learn about our activities in detail. One thing we as a board can promise is a new OYA, with new policies and goals. Two of the biggest activities that OYA does every year are the Oromo ball and Cultural night. We do plan to follow that tradition. We also have a Hunger Relief Project for famine victims in Ethiopia. This year we are looking at an open OYA, meaning we will have upcoming projects that will broaden OYA’s outreach and contribution to the community. We also plan on having a Health Awareness Day for the Oromo youth sometime in may. We plan to work closely with the International Oromo Youth Association (IOYA) as well as the Oromia Student Union (OSU) on a project that will likely take us to the Horn of Africa, quite possibly Ethiopia itself. In sum, we have many goals; we expect to do the absolute best that we can until the end of our term. Oromsis: As you may well know, the activities of OYA (due to various factors) have diminished since 2008. How do you hope to lift the profile of OYA to pre-2008 time? Amane: We hope that the youth see us as concerned and motivated people, and look up to us. We as a board have a responsibility to make people want to be interested in OYA. Our whole purpose is to uphold something greater than us through the events and activities we have planned. To meet our recruitment goal, every board member is responsible to recruit at least one person each month. We will also use various advertisement methods and events in order to persuade people to join OYA. Recruitment is our top priority agenda item, hopefully people will be intrigued by our efforts and come forward. Oromsis: You alluded to this in your answer above. There has been an issue with OYA not having fixed election time. Do you plan on making amendments to the constitution so that elections won’t happen in the middle or at the end of the year? Amane: Yes, I intend to completely revise the constitution with my fellow board members. We want to be clear about election dates and that it is not surpassed. I understand, revising the constitution alone doesn’t make people to want to run for office on time. We will devise other approaches towards having a policy that will encourage people to take leadership responsibilities. Oromsis: Are you going to hold regular monthly meetings? If so, how do you plan to reach out to your members? Amane: Our monthly meetings are conducted every last Saturday of the month. We encourage everyone to attend, regularly. We explain our policies and meet with our members to reach an agreement on upcoming projects. This year, we hope to find new ways to reach people in terms getting a wide range of youth to attend. Advertisements and personally inviting people are our main targets as of now. Yet, if that fails to bring people out, we will look at different approaches. Oromsis: What do you want to say to young people reading this conversation? Amane: My biggest advice to the youth is to simply never question how far they can go. Instead as my parents have always told me, “Go as far as you possibly can, do not limit your success, the moon is the limit”. Yes, I know people always assume, “the sky is the limit.” For me, humans have already touched down on the moon and there is absolutely no reason why anyone reading this can’t be there as well. We all have failures and obstacles but unless you are living in an imaginary world, sometimes you have to cry and pull your hair out, to wake up the next day living your dream. I want everyone, especially the youth to believe in their potential, lift themselves up, and work hard to better not only themselves but also their community. Oromsis: Let us digress briefly from OYA, how do you think the Oromo youth in Diaspora view the current wave of revolutions in North Africa and Middle East? Amane: Personally, the revolution the took place in Tunisia, Egypt, and now happening in Libya and other countries is the best thing that could ever happen to the Middle East as well as North Africa. The whole idea of revolution is to establish democracy in countries that lack basic freedoms and where human rights are abused. From the past, we learn that history is written by the people, not governments. In many dictatorial countries, it requires a group of people willing to die for freedom. Today, many are paying the ultimate price in places like Libya, Bahrain, and Yemen. Generally, I think the majority of Oromo Youth in Diaspora support the revolutions. Many of our youth believe in the principles of human rights and human dignity. When democracy is abused a civil war occurs. As a result, today many African countries are in turmoil, there are millions on the streets, and the conditions are tremendously disturbing. It doesn’t take a genius to recognize one of the worst cases of human rights abuses within the third world countries. One also has to consider the concept of “colonization.” A destructive legacy for Africans – many of the political boundaries from the yesteryears continue to be reasons for political strife. In any one country, if the government is corrupt, the people pay the ultimate price, if you ask me whether freedom is worth dying for, “I would say yes” which is why I strongly support and closely follow these revolutions. That is also why I think many Oromo youth are standing in solidarity with Egyptian, Tunisian, Libyan and other youth – who are saying enough to dictatorship in their countries. A lot of people, especially in third world countries, don’t understand the impact they have on government. People were simply degraded of humanity, a clear factor why many repressive regimes are facing backlash from the people – hence the much needed revolution. To establish equal rights, some prices have to be paid; the question is whether the people think it is worth the pain to establish democracy. To me the term “revolution” is a bit controversial, but “freedom” is undoubtedly worth fighting for. Oromsis: I wish you all the best in school, life and with your Presidency. OPride.com has a tradition of partnering and sponsoring OYA events — we hope to continue that tradition and look forward to working with you. Thank you for talking to me. Upcoming OYA Events : Oromia Youth Fundraising Party Oromo Ball 2011 – TBD 2011 Cultural Night – TBD Oromia Youth Association – Website Contact OYA by Email : oromiayouthassociation@gmail.com Source: http://www.opride.com/oromsis/oromsis/875-oya-president.html

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Oromo Ball 2011

admin — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:16:05 +0000

By Oromsis Adula*

The Oromia Youth Association in Minnesota, one of the longest serving Oromo Youth Association in Diaspora is organizing “Oromo Ball”, a networking event that brings together Oromo Youth from around the states.

The Oromia Youth Association in Minnesota has been forefront in raising awareness about the trials and tribulations of Oromo people in Ethiopia. Among other things, the group has been successful in representing the growing Oromo Community in Minnesota at almost every college campus in the state. This was done in the form of cultural shows that entertain and educate the greater Minnesotan community about Oromo people, their plight and rich culture. In that effort, the Oromia Youth Dance troupe has done a great deal in substantiating that Oromos are not cozy about being called Ethiopians — so long as Ethiopia continues to harass, intimidate and imprison the Oromo people en masse.

Since 2007, OYA has also taken up the responsibility of organizing an Oromo Ball – a well anticipated and attended event that draws in young people from around the states. The tradition was started to bring together young and upcoming Oromo youth for networking and social event. However, since the state of Human Rights for Oromo people has deteriorated in recent past, the event has always had some fundraising undertone. Last year at a well attended event in Minneapolis, proceeds from the Oromo Ball was donated to a relief agency that was providing emergency aid for millions of Oromo people who were gravely affected by Ethiopia’s vicious man-made poverty.

This year, the youth group is struggling as almost everyone in the country is. The global economic meltdown is no more real than at OYA. In an internal fundraising letter received by Opride.com, the group pleads for financial donation from Oromo community members and organizations. OYA has been an integral part of the advocacy movement and a great partner to the largest Oromo Community in little Oromia – Minnesota.

The letter from OYA board states proceeds from this year’s Oromo Ball will help OYA organize a successful event whereby the revenue generated from the event will be used “to carry on the very important work of our organization”. Opride.com would like take this opportunity to applaud the youth for the work they do in bringing the community together and rally the youth around issues that are of paramount importance to all of us. The efforts of OYA ought to be supported by all Oromos. After all, don’t we say “the youth is our future heir takers” — Dargaggoon Abdi Borutti?

Event : Oromo Ball 2011

Where: Radisson Hotel, 2540 North Cleveland ave, Roseville, MN 55113

When : Friday, July 15 at 6:00pm - 1:00am

Admission : Ticket $35 for Single or $60 for Couples.

For More Info : 612-886-4691, 612.242.9964 or 763.355.259

Source: Opride.com

About

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Mission
We the youth of Oromia in Minnesota strongly committed in full and free exercise of our rights to form a legal association to advance our social and economic development, convinced that by continuing to live with and promoting our rich and proud cultural heritage and thereby contribute to a healthy culturally diversified society in our second country, determined to continue to intellectually and materially support our people in Oromia in their struggle for their rights to self-determination and freedom, Have therefore adopted on — 31st of August 1998 and modified in October, 2005. This constitution that binds us in a mutual commitment to fulfill the objectives and principles set forth herein.

Article 1 – Name
Name of the association shall be Oromia Youth Association (OYA).

Article 2 – Objectives
1. To promote Oromo culture and language among the Oromo youth, so as not to lose their identity and forget their roots.
2. To bring together and promote solidarity among Oromo youth – support each other in school and contribute to the development of a healthy community.
3. To provide positive role models to Oromo youth.
4. To provide educational assistance to Oromo youth.
5. To help Oromo youth refugees in the United States and elsewhere.
6. To focus on economic development opportunities and initiatives.
7. To contribute to Oromo people’s social, economic, educational, technological and political development at large.

Article 4 – Membership

Section 1. Types of membership

Active members
1. Shall include Oromo Youth who are in the age group of 15(13) to 30
2. Those who have accepted OYA’s Constitution and the Internal Rules and Regulations and have taken oath to uphold them.

B. Associate members

shall include Oromo youth under the age of 15 years and shall have the same requirements and privileges as active members except the ability to vote or hold office,

C. Life membership is offered to those Oromians who made outstanding contribution to the cause of the Oromo people in general and Oromo community in Minnesota. The Executive Board may confer honorary membership upon individuals who deserve such an honor. They may not vote or hold office.

Section 2. Membership Qualifications:

A. One or both parents must be Oromo or is culturally Oromized (is this an actual word?) and identify him/her self as an Oromo.
B. Shall be in the age group of 15-30 to be an active member. There is no age limit to the other membership categories.
C. Must accept this constitution and the internal rules and regulations and guidelines of the OYA.
D. Detailed criteria of membership, including oath, shall be presented in the Internal Rules and Regulations of the organization.

Section 3. Two members of the organization in good standing shall sponsor application for membership.

Section 4. Membership fees and dues,

A. Membership fee shall be a one time payment of $ 20 – along with application. The first month dues shall be paid at the same time.
B. Monthly dues of $5 or if otherwise determined by the Internal Rules and Regulations shall be made payable to the Treasurer not later than end of each month. After the end of the month $2- penalty shall be imposed if no payment is received.

Section 5. Registration and renewals of membership.

A. Members who resign while still in good standing (dues paid up to date) may re-apply within the period of six months.
B. Re-instatement requires a one time fee of $ 10 and payment of all unpaid dues in arrears.

Section 6. Dropped from membership for non-payment of dues.

A. A member who has not paid monthly dues without sufficient reason for four consecutive months shall be dropped from membership after notification by mail from the Treasurer.
B. A member who has been dropped may re-join the OYA after 6 months as new member and shall forfeit all the benefits older members might enjoy. The Executive Board may impose other penalties.

Section 7. Membership Responsibilities

A. Know the Constitution and Internal Rules and Regulations of the OYA and uphold the principles upon which the OYA is organized.
B. Be loyal, faithful and truthful to the OYA and members.
C. Help translates to work the decision of the membership.
D. Pay membership dues regularly and on time.

Section 8. Rights of Members.

Active members in good standing shall have the right to elect and to be elected for any offices.
Active members in good standing shall have the right to take part in all the meetings of the OYA.
Shall have the right to present constructive criticism on the leadership and other members.

Article 5 – Organizational Structure

Section 1. General Assembly

A. The General Assembly is the highest organ of the OYA.
B. The General Assembly is the meeting of all membership and/or their
Representatives.
C. Powers and duties:
1. Amend the Constitution and Internal Rules and Regulations including criteria of membership.
2. Shall at its annual meetings issue broad policy guidelines to further the objectives of OYA. Without limitations to the foregoing generalities, it shall:
a. Elect members of the Executive Board from among its members at the assembly’s annual meeting for a period of one year.
b. Approve annual budget of the Association.
c. Appoint auditors and form standing and ad-hoc committees as deemed necessary.
d. Make decisions on the work programs of the OYA.
e. Listens to the reports of Executive Board and making appropriate decisions.

Section 2. The Executive Board

A. The Board shall consist of the five elected officers.
B. The Executive Board shall handle the regular business of the organization.
C. A quorum for conducting the business of the executive board shall be simple majority.
D. Every outgoing Board must leave in the treasury at least a sum of money equal to the unpaid bills and settle other financial obligations.
The power and responsibilities of the Executive Board.
1. The executive organ of the OYA shall be responsible for the day to day activities of the organization.
2. Shall prepare budget of the organization and put to use after approved.
3. Shall have the power to suspend any official who fails to fulfill his/her obligations and present the person to the Assembly for final decision.
4. May form standing and ad-hoc committees deemed necessary for work of the OYA.
5. May improve on Internal Rules and Regulations from time to time to match the growth of the organization and get the same approved by the Assembly.
6. Shall see to it that the Constitution and the Internal Rules and Regulations adhered to by every member.

Section 3. Members of the Executive Board and their Duties

President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Cultural Chair
Political/Public Affairs
Publication Chair

A. The President – shall:
1. Preside over all the meetings of the Executive Board and general assembly.
2. May call special meeting when deemed necessary and chair.
3. Shall serve as the chief executive officer of the OYA.
4. Take necessary measures to safeguard the objectives of the OYA.
5. Co-sign checks and membership cards with the Treasurer.
6. Co-sign contracts with the Secretary.
7. Answerable to the Executive Board.
8. Sees to it that the decisions of the Assembly are implemented.

B. The Vice-President – shall:
1. Act on behalf of the President and perform his duties in case the President is unable to fulfill his/her obligations.
2. Carry out other duties assigned to him/her by the President.

C. Secretary – shall:
1. Take minutes of the Executive Board meetings, prepares agenda.
2. Safeguard the documents and records of the association.
3. Co-sign contracts with the President.
4. Perform other duties assigned to him/her by the President.
5. Handle correspondences of the Executive Board under the direction of the President.
6. Organize panels, conferences and seminars to popularize the objectives of the OYA.
7. Establish systematic information flow to members, community and the public at large through newsletter and other available means.

8. Perform other duties assigned to him/her by the President.

Treasurer – shall:

1. Be in charge of financial matters and responsible for maintaining books of accounts.
2. Co-sign checks and membership cards with the President.
3. Plan and execute fund-raising campaigns.
4. Solicit voluntary contributions from its members and others for the support of OYA programs.
5. Establish accounting system.
6. All books of accounts to be audited as may be required from time to time.
7. Prepare financial reports regularly.
8. Perform other duties assigned to him/her by the President

Cultural Chair
1. 1. Organize, arrange training, and represent cultural committee members
  2. Handle issues related to cultural items including cultural clothes rentals.

Public Affairs Chair

1. Carries out the political need of OYA
2. Represents OYA among political organization, analyze the political situation and public movement and present it to OYA.
3. Understand and know where OYA stand on any political or public issues

Publication Chair

1. Publicizing on information on behalf of OYA
2. Maintain OYA website

Article 6. Election and Terms of Office

Section 1. Election

A. Shall be by secret ballot.
B. Shall only be open to members.
C. Details of election procedures shall be provided in the Internal Rules and Regulations.

Section 2. Terms of office

Officers shall be elected for a term of one year.
Officers may not be elected to the same post for more than two consecutive terms.
Two officers from previous executive board shall become part of the new executive board for an additional one year term.

Article 7. Meetings

Section 1. Regular meetings

A. The General Assembly shall have a regular meeting once a year during the month of August and emergency meetings as necessary.
B. The Assembly shall, at its annual meetings, designate officers from among its members to conduct the meeting including elections.
C. There shall be meetings of regular members every month.
D. Regular meetings of the executive board shall be held every month.
E. Notice of meetings shall be given at least 30 days for the General Assembly and 10 days for the meeting of regular members in advance of the meeting.

Section 2. Emergency and/or special Meetings

A. Emergency and/or special meetings of the Assembly may be called by the President or at the request of three members of the Board or simple majority of membership at the regular meeting of members.
B. Emergency and/or special meetings of Executive Board may be called by the President or at the request of three members of the Board.

Section 3. Quorum

The presence of simple majority shall form a quorum in all business meetings of the Association excepting the amendment of the Constitution.

Article 10. Internal Rules and Regulations

Based on the principles and spirit of this Constitution the OYA shall have Internal Rules and Regulations to govern its day-to-day activities and to better guide its members.

Article 11. Language of work

Afaan Oromo and English shall be the working languages of the OYA. The Constitution shall be issued in both English and Afaan Oromo. In case of uncertainty in meanings the English version shall prevail.

Article 12. The Insignia and Organ of the OYA

Section 1. The insignia of the OYA shall be…

Section 2. The Organ of the OYA shall be…

Article 13. Amendment

This Constitution may be amended by the affirmative vote of two-third of the General Assembly. Copy of the proposed amendments shall be given to members at least 10 days before the meeting for consideration.

Article 14. Dissolution

In the event of dissolution, after paying off all the OYA obligations, the remaining fund and property shall be donated to the Oromo Community in Minnesota in accordance to the relevant law of the land.
Any remaining fund shall be kept to OYA’s bank account for further use. If there some convincing reason, OYA shall donate remaining fund to OCM.