6th ANNUAL INTER-JHS QUIZ COMPETITION

Members are hereby notified that the 2011 Inter-JHS Quiz is underway. The Executives and the Planning Committee are vigorously on preparations, seeking sponsorship and getting questions set.

We have also extended our tentacles and this year, we pray to witness the inclusion of three more schools.
Should all the schools respond, we shall be hosting eight schools this year.

The details are as follow:
DATE:     24th June, 2011
VENUE:  Methodist Church Auditorium
TIME:     10AM

Participated schools may include:
Jacobu D/A JHS
Jacobu Methodist JHS
St. Peter's JHS, Jacobu
Amansie Royal Preparatory JHS,Jacobu
Bribiwomang D/A JHS
Patasi D/A JHS
Fiankoma D/A JHS and
Afoako D/A JHS

It should be noted that, Jacobu SDA JHS is on suspension for refusing to follow protocol and absenting itself in 2010's event. They are due to return into the competition in 2012.

All members are to note of this ever-growing event.

Our Symbols

In every human endeavour, signs and symbols aid a lot in communication. So in our Association, we have carefully chosen some signs and symbols to do most of the talking for us. We are Africans and we pride ourselves as being Ghanaian youth who have the interest of our community at heart. It isn't too clear if Members are conversant with the colours and symbols that represent us as one body. Let's see:

Our Name
During the mobilization period, the founders found out that ours is about the third time that Jacobu Youth Association has been born. Many fail to fully grasp the significance of our common name. To some, the name intimates that every youth in Jacobu is a member whether or not s/he is fully registered. Others think Members, especially the leaders, are only exploiting the name to their own selfish end and there are a countless others who would want nothing to do with the Association regardless of whatever name we may adopt. Let it be noted that Jacobu Youth Association is a more human-friendly than most organized institutions we find in town. It is an mother-name which encompasses all other youth groups, clubs, unions and organizations in town.
It is also common knowledge that this latest resurrection of the Association is by far the most promising and potentially powerful to reach high places. Our destiny is in our hands.


Our Logo
As Ashantis we chose our most recognized logo from the index of Adinkra symbols. These symbols are wealthy source of knowledge and wisdom for each individual pattern has its distinct meaning and cultural significance. The Jacobu Youth Association has adopted the symbol 'Ese Ne Tekrema' as our official logo. This represents friendship and collaboration. Our elders say, "Inasmuch as the teeth fight with the tongue, they still stay together. Hence our motto is 'Together We Build.' We rather choose unity over divisiveness irrespective of where it is coming from, be it political, religious or factional. To us the most important factor to consider is the advancement of the common land we all share - the land called Jacobu.

Our Colours
Colours have a powerful, though benign, influence on our lives. Our moods and disposition are almost always affected by the natural colours that surround us. For us as an Association, we choose to be identified by colours blue and white. Aside the affective influence they may have on us, each individual colour has its meaning that it communicates to those who understand the language of colours.
Blue:

Blue is the overwhelming "favorite color." Blue is seen as trustworthy, dependable, and committed.

The color of ocean and sky, blue is perceived as a constant in our lives. As the collective color of the spirit, it invokes rest and can cause the body to produce chemicals that are calming. However, not all blues are serene and sedate.

Electric or brilliant blues become dynamic and dramatic -- an engaging color that expresses exhilaration. Some shades or the overuse of blue may come across as cold or uncaring.

Indigo, a deeper blue, symbolizes a mystical borderland of wisdom, self-mastery, and spiritual realization. While blue is the color of communication with others, indigo turns the blue inward to increase personal thought, profound insights, and instant understandings.

Blue is the least "gender specific" color, having equal appeal to both men and women.

Blue is the only color which maintains its own character in all its tones...it will always stay blue; whereas yellow is blackened in its shades, and fades away when lightened; red when darkened becomes brown, and diluted with white is no longer red, but another color – pink.

White:

White is associated with light, goodness, innocence, purity, and virginity. It is considered to be the color of perfection.

White means safety, purity, and cleanliness. As opposed to black, white usually has a positive connotation. White can represent a successful beginning. In heraldry, white depicts faith and purity.

In advertising, white is associated with coolness and cleanliness because it's the color of snow. You can use white to suggest simplicity in high-tech products. White is an appropriate color for charitable organizations; angels are usually imagined wearing white clothes. White is associated with hospitals, doctors, and sterility, so you can use white to suggest safety when promoting medical products. White is often associated with low weight, low-fat food, and dairy products.

Our Motto

Together We Build is more than just a motto. It is a philosophical catch-phrase that succinctly sums up our vision and mission as a modern-day youth group.

The keyword, together, really means one for all, all for one togetherness. It connotes unity that permeates borders and boundaries. Simply put, our Association looks beyond political, religious, factional, partisan, social standing, wealth, sex, creed, clan, educational and financial fragmentations. We welcome every individual who commits to the success of our movement. Our march is heading to the apex of the hill on which our city sits. 

As a 21st century youth network, the onus is upon us to undo the comeuppances from the past, and create better foundation for the future. It all begins and ends with humans. It is better we build these structures together as one people. It is also faster, easier and more convenient to be in unison than at loggerheads with our own extended selves.

God be for us all.

MEETINGS

Per the Constitution, we are to hold compulsory meetings two times in the year during which Financial Statement is read to Members. Other meetings are held in times of emergency and need. This accords the Executive freedom to call meetings in the interest of the Association.

For the past four years, we have been holding our meetings at the District Assembly Hall, Jacobu.

Normally General Meetings (GMs) are held on Sundays after church service.

The Executive plans carefully to ensure that our meetings last about three hours. So if we all abide by rules prevailing in the house, GMs that start at 2pm and end at 6pm.

SMS is sent to all Members at least five days before the day scheduled for the meeting. A typical notice would like this:

GENERAL MEETING

The Jacobu Youth Association invites you to a general meeting scheduled as follow

AGENDA

DATE: Sunday, ....................

VENUE: District Assembly Hall

All meetings are chaired by the President, and in his/her absence, the Vice President. The Secretary reads the previous unread minutes and upon acceptance, the house agrees the meeting proceeds. The President reads the agenda for the day after which members are allowed to contribute as and when the topic is put to the floor.

Next time you receive a message from us, do not hesitate to attend our meetings. We need you more even as you need us. We believe our collective effort would put this network of friendship seated in high places.

Give us a call for further clarification(s) or leave a message on this blog in the space called comments.

JYA........... Together We Build!

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THE CONSTITUTION OF JACOBU YOUTH ASSOCIATION

THE JACOBU YOUTH ASSOCIATION

motto: Together We Build

CONSTITUTION

Vision

The Jacobu Youth Association (JYA) is an organisation of vibrant young people that embodies all the youth groups in town.

Mission

The mission of the JYA is to unify and equip all the youth in town to make a positive difference in our community. In pursuance of this mission, the Association shall strictly remain neutral in partisan matters be it political, religious, traditional and or factional.

The following rules and regulations, conditions and provisions outlined here below shall be referred to as our Constitution.

1.0 AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

1.1 To mobilize and foster unity among the youth in and out of town across the District.

1.2 To have a say in the decision making in matters concerning our town and District.

1.3 To promote academic and professional development in Members so as to educate others on pertinent societal issues.

1.4 To assist the law-enforcing agencies in combating against perpetrators of social vices as when necessary.

1.5 To champion the course of development projects in the community.

1.6 To organize and partake in recreational programs for the youth.

2.0 MEMBERSHIP AND REGISTRATION

2.1 The Association is meant for all citizenry of Jacobu within the ages of eighteen (18) and forty five (45) years.

2.2 Membership shall be optional to people above the age of forty five (45) years.

2.3 Non-citizens of Jacobu who have been here for, at least three, (3) years are welcome into the Association if they are interested.

2.4 New entrants shall be required to pay a compulsory registration fee. The amount shall be decided upon by the executive leadership.

3.0 MEETINGS

3.1 General Meetings (GM) shall be held three times in a year.

3.2 Emergency Meetings shall be called at anytime the need arises.

3.3 One-third of the total number of Members shall form a quorum to commence a General Meeting.

3.4 Statements of accounts shall be read at every General Meeting.

4.0 LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITIES

4.1 The Executives of the Association shall consist of the following:

      Chairperson

      Vice chairperson

      Secretary

      Financial Secretary

      Treasurer

      Two organizers

4.2 Chairperson shall:

   i) convene meetings whenever necessary in accordance with clauses 3.1 and 3.2 respectively.

  ii) preside over proceedings of meetings be it general or executive.

 iii) be a member of the signatories to the Association's account(s).

4.3 Vice Chairperson shall:

   i) assist the Chairperson in his/her duties.

  ii) in the absence of the chairperson convene and preside over meetings.

4.4 Secretary shall:

   i) take full and impartial records of business of meetings, read minutes of all meetings, conduct all correspondence, at the instruction of the chairperson.

  ii) be one of the signatories to the Association's account(s).

4.5 Financial Secretary shall:

   i) receive all money and payments which must be entered into the Book of Accounts. Such monies must be handed over to the treasurer within forty eight hours.

  ii) keep true record of the Association's and render concise statement(s) of accounts at general and executive meetings.

4.6 Treasurer shall:

   i) pay out monies as authorized by the executive.

  ii) keep an amount not exceeding GHc 20.00 at anytime.

4.7 Organizers shall:

   i) mobilize members before and during meetings.

  ii) run errands on behalf of the Association

5.0 POWERS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE EXECUTIVE

5.1 Upon a general consensus of the entire membership, the executive leadership has the mandate to exercise all powers and discretion to spearhead the smooth running of this Association.

5.2 The decision of the Executive shall be final and binding on all Members in all matters, questions, queries, and disputes relating to or arising from or connected with the course of the corporate vision of the Jacobu Youth Association.

5.3 The Executive and Members of the Association may at anytime amend or revoke, alter or modify or add to any of the provisions in this Constitution provided that such amendment, revocation, alteration, modification or addition shall have retrospective effect or prejudice the rights of members or conflict with the corporate vision of this Association.

6.0 FINANCE

Sources of funding for the Association shall consist:

6.1 registration fees from all members.

6.2 monthly dues to be paid in full at the end of every month.

6.3 special levy as when the need arises.

6.4 any other income generating ventures.

7.0 SIGNATORIES

The signatories to the Association's account(s) shall include:

7.1 The Chairperson.

7.2 The Secretary.

7.3 The Treasurer.

8.0 ELECTIONS

8.1 Elections shall be held every five(5) years by a three member Electoral Board. The Electoral Board shall be constituted at a General Meeting.

8.2 Winners of elections shall be declared by a simple majority. Every associate has one vote only.

8.3 Elected officers are eligible to stand for re-election in all subsequent elections.

9.0 REMOVAL FROM OFFICE

The Executive as a whole or any Member thereof shall be removed from office at a General Meeting by a simple majority decision of members present if there is sufficient proof of:

9.1 lack of interest in the Association.

9.2 incompetence, willful default, fraud and or evading payment of dues for five(5) consecutive months.

9.3 any act that may bring the name of the Association into disrepute.

10.0 BYE ELECTIONS

In case an executive member resigns, is dismissed or leaves office unexpectedly, a bye-election shall be held to replace him or her.

APRIL 2003

2011 Program Line Up

On Sunday the 23rd of January, 2011, the General Assembly met to decide and agreed on the following programs and activities for the year under review.


Members are to take note and act accordingly.

                       General Meeting                                     Sunday   23rd January

                       General Meeting                                     Saturday 24th April

                       Excursion                                               Sunday   25th April

                       General Meeting                                     Sunday   19th June

                       4th Inter JHS Quiz                                  Friday     24th June

                       General Meeting                                     Sunday    3rd July

                       Vacation Classes                                     July - August

                       General Meeting                                     Sunday    21st August

                       Communal Labour                                 Tuesday  23rd August

                       Open Forum                                           Sunday   28th August

                       General Meeting                                     Sunday    4th December

                       Communal Labour                                 Friday      23rd December

                       2nd Youth Rally                                    Saturday   24th  December

                       8th Dinner Night                                    Monday    26th December

                       6th Inter Suburb Football Gala              Saturday 31st & Sunday 1st January

Every activity shall be duly detailed as and when the program nears.

Happy New Year!

First General Meeting

The President and the entire executives respectfully invite you to our first General Meeting for the year 2011.

DATE: Sunday 23rd January, 2011

VENUE: District Assembly Hall

TIME: 1:30pm

AGENDA

1. Statement of accounts for the year 2010

2. Programs for the year 2011

3. Payment of dues

4. Any Other Important Matter.

Come let us build our community together!