Governance

GloBIAS is a registered not-for-profit association (ZVR-number 1485981412/ https://org-id.guide/list/AT-ZVR). 

For the original German version of the statues click here and an English version can be found here.

General assembly 2025

The first general assembly of GloBIAS was held online on 26. June between 1pm to 3 pm CEST. A new version of the statutes has been accepted in this meeting and the first executive board and two financial auditors were elected. More information can be found here.

Executive Board

The Executive Board consists of a President, a Treasurer and a Coordinator as well as their deputies. The Executive Board is responsible for managing and representing the Society, handling all duties not specifically assigned to other bodies by the Articles of Association. Its key responsibilities include maintaining a suitable accounting system, preparing the budget and financial reports, managing assets, and organizing general meetings. It also informs members about the Society’s activities and finances, oversees member admissions and exclusions, maintains the membership list, manages staff employment, and documents board meetings. Additionally, the Board consults with the Scientific Advisory Committee, considers its recommendations, and communicates decisions back in writing

Actual Executive Board members (biennium 2025-2027):

Auditors

The auditors are responsible for reviewing the Society’s financial management to ensure accurate accounting and proper use of funds, completing their audit within four months of the financial statement’s preparation. The Executive Board must provide all necessary documents and information for this process. The auditors then report their findings to the General Assembly, confirming whether the accounting is correct and funds were used appropriately, or highlighting any deficiencies or risks. They must also disclose any internal transactions and unusual income or expenditures.

Financal Auditors (biennium 2025-2027):

Scientific Advisory Committee (to be established)

The Scientific Advisory Committee advises the Executive Board on key strategic and professional matters. Its primary responsibilities include providing guidance on the focus areas of the Society’s working groups and fostering collaboration and information exchange between research institutions and industry.

General Assembly

The General Assembly is responsible for key governance tasks within the Society, including reviewing annual reports, approving the Executive Board’s actions, and electing or dismissing members of the Executive Board, Scientific Advisory Committee, and auditors. It also oversees the establishment of the Scientific Advisory Committee, sets membership fees, approves the annual budget, and authorizes legal transactions involving board members or auditors. Additionally, the Assembly decides on amendments to the Articles of Society, potential dissolution of the Society, and other significant organizational matters. It also has the authority to confer or revoke honorary memberships.