Discussion topics presented during National Council sessions engage the National Council in Movement-wide conversations and provide the National Board with guidance in advancing the Movement. They are a part of the NCS Agenda, and only National Delegates can speak.
Source: Convention 101 Webinar (PDF)
Related FAQ:
Speakers are usually limited to 2 minutes per the NCS Standing Rules located in the Workbook. If a speaker goes over that limit, their microphone is turned off.
« Back to Glossary IndexDiscussion topics are determined via proposals submitted by either a local council or the National Board and follow the procedures for proposal submission and approval.
Related FAQ:
Local councils and the National Board of Directors can submit proposals for NCS consideration. Proposals by local councils require the approval of the council’s board of directors.
Source: Constitution/ARTICLE VI PROPOSALS TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL/ORIGIN OF 1.
« Back to Glossary IndexThe National Board of Directors recommends and determines which proposals will be added to the NCS agenda. However, if a proposal is supported by 15% (for a total of 17) of all councils, the proposal must be approved.
If the proposal suggests an amendment to the Constitution, the National Board decides whether it is appropriate or not.
Source: Constitution/ARTICLE VI PROPOSALS TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL and Constitution/ARTICLE XVII AMENDMENTS