Bylaws

Article 1 (Name)

This organization shall be known as the "Intelligent Human Computer Interaction Society" (hereinafter referred to as "IHCI Society" or "the Society").

Article 2 (Purpose)

The Society aims to promote academic research and technological development in the fields of intelligent human-computer interaction and cognitive computing, and to contribute to the advancement of these fields through international cooperation and knowledge exchange among researchers, educators, and professionals.

Article 3 (Activities)

1. 1Organizing international conferences and workshops
2. 2Publishing journals and proceedings
3. 3Supporting research projects and collaborative studies
4. 4Facilitating academic exchange and networking among members
5. 5Supporting R&D in developing countries and underdeveloped regions
6. 6Other activities necessary to fulfill the Society's purpose

Article 4 (Office)

The principal office of the Society shall be determined by resolution of the Board of Directors.

Article 5 (Types of Membership)

1. 1Regular Member: Researchers and professionals actively engaged in HCI or related fields
2. 2Lifetime Member: Those who have paid the prescribed lifetime membership fee and hold regular member qualifications
3. 3Associate Member: Professionals with interest in HCI-related fields
4. 4Student Member: Full-time students pursuing degrees in HCI or related disciplines

Article 6 (Rights of Members)

1. 1Participation in conferences and Society events
2. 2Access to journals and paper archives
3. 3Regular and Lifetime Members have voting rights and electoral rights at the General Assembly
4. 4Participation in member-exclusive networking programs

Article 7 (Obligations of Members)

1. 1Compliance with the Society's bylaws and regulations
2. 2Payment of prescribed membership fees
3. 3Upholding the honor and dignity of the Society

Article 8 (Withdrawal and Expulsion)

Members wishing to withdraw must submit a written withdrawal notice. Members who damage the Society's reputation or fail to fulfill their obligations may be expelled by resolution of the Board of Directors.

Article 9 (Types of Officers)

1. 11 President
2. 2Several Vice Presidents
3. 3Several Directors (including Steering Committee members)
4. 41 Auditor
5. 51 Secretary General

Article 10 (Election of Officers)

The President shall be elected by vote of Regular and Lifetime Members at the General Assembly. Vice Presidents, Directors, and the Auditor shall be nominated by the President and confirmed by the Board of Directors. The Secretary General shall be appointed by the President.

Article 11 (Term of Office)

The term of the President shall be two (2) years, renewable once. The term of other officers shall be two (2) years, with the possibility of reappointment.

Article 12 (Duties of Officers)

1. 1The President represents the Society and oversees all operations
2. 2Vice Presidents assist the President and act on behalf of the President when necessary
3. 3Directors participate in the Board and deliberate on major matters
4. 4The Auditor audits the Society's finances and operations
5. 5The Secretary General manages the day-to-day administrative affairs

Article 13 (Composition)

The General Assembly shall consist of Regular and Lifetime Members and shall be the supreme decision-making body of the Society.

Article 14 (Convocation)

The Regular General Assembly shall be held once a year during the annual conference. An Extraordinary General Assembly may be convened when the President deems it necessary or upon request of one-third or more of the Regular Members.

Article 15 (Resolutions)

Resolutions of the General Assembly shall be adopted by a majority vote of attending members. However, amendments to the Bylaws require the approval of two-thirds or more of attending members.

Article 16 (Composition)

The Board of Directors shall consist of the President, Vice Presidents, and Directors. The President shall serve as chairperson.

Article 17 (Functions)

1. 1Review of business plans, budgets, and financial settlements
2. 2Review of proposed amendments to the Bylaws
3. 3Matters concerning admission and expulsion of members
4. 4Establishment and operation of various committees
5. 5Other important matters concerning the Society's management

Article 18 (Resolutions)

Resolutions of the Board shall require a quorum of a majority of all Directors and shall be adopted by a majority vote of Directors present.

Article 19 (Revenue Sources)

1. 1Membership fees
2. 2Conference registration fees and event revenue
3. 3Donations and sponsorships
4. 4Other income

Article 20 (Membership Fees)

Membership fees shall be determined by resolution of the Board of Directors. Fees paid are non-refundable in principle.

Article 21 (Fiscal Year)

The fiscal year of the Society shall run from January 1 to December 31 of each year.

Article 22 (Amendment of Bylaws)

Amendments to these Bylaws shall require resolution by the Board of Directors and approval by two-thirds or more of members attending the General Assembly.

Article 23 (Dissolution)

Dissolution of the Society shall require approval by two-thirds or more of all Regular and Lifetime Members at the General Assembly. Upon dissolution, remaining assets shall be donated to a non-profit organization with a similar purpose as determined by the General Assembly.

Article 24 (Detailed Rules)

Detailed rules necessary for the implementation of these Bylaws shall be determined by resolution of the Board of Directors.

Article 25 (Effective Date)

These Bylaws shall take effect on January 1, 2008. (Last amended: March 1, 2024)