1. Organization Identity & Purpose
The organization is formally known as the Bravehearts Technology and Livelihood Educators Organization (BTLED Organization), operating as a self-governing and democratic body at the University of Rizal System - Cainta Campus. Its vision is to be a leading student organization that nurtures innovative, skilled, and service-driven future educators who embody excellence and integrity.
The primary objectives of the organization include:
- To provide activities that enhance the knowledge, skills, and competencies of BTLED students.
- To uphold the values of service, leadership, and professionalism among members.
- To foster unity, cooperation, and camaraderie while supporting the programs of the College of Education.
2. Membership Rights & Responsibilities
Membership is open exclusively to students officially enrolled in the Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education program at URS - Cainta Campus.
Members are entitled to specific rights, including:
- Exercising the right to vote in all matters concerning the affairs of the organization.
- Participating in organizational deliberations and meetings.
- Taking part in the organization's activities and programs.
In turn, every member is obligated to uphold the Constitution, actively participate in meetings and programs, respect fellow members and faculty, and fulfill assigned tasks with integrity.
3. Executive Officers & Governance
The organization is led by an Executive Board consisting of the President, Vice President for Internal Affairs, Vice President for External Affairs, Secretary, Deputy Secretary, Treasurer, Auditor, two Public Relations Officers (PRO), and Year-Level Representatives.
- Officers must be full-time BTLED major students of URS Cainta and serve a term of one academic year, assuming office the first Monday following their election.
- The President supervises all organization meetings and represents the BTLED Organization in official functions.
- The Treasurer is tasked with keeping the organization's funds, maintaining financial records, and acting as the custodian of organizational properties.
- The elected officers are guided by a faculty or staff adviser, selected annually to assist in long-term planning and clarify campus policies.
4. Operational Procedures & Finances
To maintain transparency and structural integrity, the organization adheres to the following operational policies:
- Regular meetings are held once a month during the school year, requiring at least three days of advance notice for all officers and members.
- Any officer absent for three consecutive meetings without an acceptable excuse shall be subject to disciplinary action by the Executive Committee.
- Organizational funds are sourced from approved event registration fees, earnings, verified donations, and university allocations.
- Fund disbursements require joint signatures from the Treasurer and the President, alongside the noted approval of the Faculty Adviser.
- The Secretary or Deputy Secretary is mandated to update the "BTLED History Paper" at the conclusion of every term, recording leadership details, major projects, and financial milestones to preserve authentic organizational history.
5. Disciplinary Action & Amendments
The organization emphasizes due process in all disciplinary and structural adjustments:
- Members who violate the Constitution or engage in detrimental conduct are subject to disciplinary action, but maintain the right to receive written notice of allegations and defend themselves before the Executive Committee.
- Officers failing to meet retention requirements or engaging in misconduct may be removed by a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the officers, following formal due process.
- Proposed constitutional amendments can be initiated by any officer and require ratification by at least two-thirds (2/3) of the officers' votes to become valid and take effect.