Article 1
Name, Status & Identity
DGA name, non-political non-profit nature, official colors (Black, White, Purple), logo, motto, flag and seal.
Adopted June 2026 · Akobwait, Busia County
The Official Constitution
The supreme governing instrument of Desterio's Generation Association — built on the legacy of Grandfather Desterio Ousuru Marijala.
"Rooted in Heritage, Growing in Unity, Building the Future."
Preamble
A covenant across generations
We, the descendants, spouses, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and future generations of Grandfather Desterio Ousuru Marijala — united by blood, marriage, heritage and shared values — hereby establish this Constitution to guide family unity, welfare, leadership and the preservation of our heritage for generations yet unborn.
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Article 2
Vision, Mission & Core Values
United and prosperous family network. Ten core values: Unity, Love, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Responsibility, Family Support, Heritage, Empowerment, Community.
Article 3
Objectives
Promote family unity, preserve heritage, welfare support, education, economic empowerment, communication, development projects, family tree archives.
Article 4
Membership Categories
Five categories: Ordinary, Life (Gold/Silver/Bronze), Honorary, Youth, Senior Citizens / Exempt. Rights and obligations of every member.
Article 5
Leadership Structure & EXCO Duties
Chairperson, Patron, Secretary, Treasurer, Organizing Sec., Foreign Affairs Rep., Christian Lead, Cousin Rep. — duties and responsibilities.
Article 6
Standing Committees
Disciplinary, Welfare & Emergency, Culture & Mentorship subcommittees — composition and mandate.
Article 7
Elections
Election procedure, nominations, term limits, eligibility and conduct of family elections.
Article 8
Removal from Office
Grounds and procedure for removing a leader: written notice within 7 days, hearing rights, 1/3 member support for motions.
Article 9
Oath of Office & Collective Responsibility
Oath taken before assuming office. EXCO operates as one body — leaders defend duly approved decisions.
Article 10
Family Welfare Programme
Bereavement, hospitalisation, disability, disaster, education, wedding support. Beneficiaries, waiting periods, contribution rates and welfare models.
Article 11
Double or Multiple Welfare Cases
Mean Welfare Value formula: (Standard Contribution × Affected Members) ÷ 2 — single consolidated contribution for multiple cases.
Article 12
Contributions & Fees
Registration KES 200. Generation-based scale: 1st Gen KES 2,400/yr, Adult Grand/Great-Grand KES 3,600, College KES 1,000, Youth KES 1,500, Pupils KES 300, Honorary KES 7,000.
Article 13
Family Welfare & Development Fund
Six funds: Welfare, Education, Emergency, Development, Future Generations Trust, Investment.
Article 14
Education & Mentorship Programme
Scholarships, bursaries, mentorship, career development, professional networking and youth empowerment.
Article 15
Family Investment Programme
Investments in land, real estate, agriculture, treasury bonds/bills, SACCOs. No major investment without AGM approval.
Article 16
Financial Management
Banking, receipting, annual audits, quarterly reports. Signatories: Chairperson + Secretary or Treasurer.
Article 17
Digital Governance
Official website, member portal, digital family tree, contribution system, voting, document repository, SMS/WhatsApp/email platforms.
Article 18
Data Protection & Privacy
Compliance with the Kenya Data Protection Act No. 24 of 2019. No disclosure without authorization.
Article 19
Code of Conduct
Mutual respect, no abusive language or hate speech, protect family reputation, responsible use of platforms.
Article 20
Disciplinary Procedures
Warning, written reprimand, suspension, removal, denial of benefits — every accused member entitled to a fair hearing.
Article 21
Conflict Resolution
Four-level escalation: Mediation → EXCO → Council of Elders → AGM Appeal. Family harmony takes precedence.
Article 22
Meetings
AGM, Quarterly EXCO (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct), SGM, Emergency and Committee meetings. Quorum, notice, attendance and absenteeism rules.
Article 23
Family Archives & Heritage
Family tree, photos, videos, birth/marriage records, obituaries, minutes — permanent digital archive.
Article 24
Website & Digital Platform
Public pages (Home, About, History, Leadership, Gallery, Videos, News, Contact), Member Portal and Admin Dashboard scope.
Article 25
Amendment of the Constitution
Written proposal, EXCO review, two-thirds (2/3) AGM majority. Founding legacy, motto and core values shall not be altered.
Article 26
Dissolution
Special AGM with 80% of registered members. Upon dissolution all assets remain dedicated to family welfare and heritage.
Annexes
Schedules & Policies
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Annex I
DGA Welfare Benefits Policy
Bereavement, hospitalisation, disability, education, emergency, senior citizens, widows/widowers support.
Annex II
Contribution Compliance Schedule
Default periods and consequences: friendly reminder → written notice → benefits suspension → loss of voting → review.
Annex III
Approved Payment Methods
M-Pesa Paybill / STK Push / Till, bank transfer, cash with receipt, card (website), international transfer (WorldRemit, Wise).
Annex XII
Constitution Review Policy
Periodic review schedule, public participation by members and ratification process.
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The complete 40-page document including all annexes, schedules and the welfare benefits policy.
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