Governing Documents

Constitution

The Academy of Sanitarians' primary governing document is its Constitution which was last revised In June 2022.  The Constitution provides the legal name and purpose and objectives of the organization.  It also stipulates the membership criteria, board of directors, officers and election of directors.  It includes administrative information on the finances and management of the organization.

 

Bylaws

The Bylaws of the Academy of Sanitarians provide more detail about the management and operation of the organization and was last revised in  June 2022.  Included in the Bylaws are detailed instructions for the annual meeting, board meetings, elections, voting, and duties of the officers.  The organization’s committees and financial practices are also covered.  The Bylaws also stipulates the standards for Diplomates and Diplomate Laureates and the classes of membership in the Academy.

Policy Statements

The American Academy of Sanitarians (Academy) accepts qualified members of any race, color, gender, national or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made to members of the Academy. The American Academy of Sanitarians does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its policies, Board of Directors membership, general membership, scholarship, or other programs.