Associations may hold ordinary meetings at the times specified in their bylaws, and may convene extraordinary meetings within 30 days upon the written request of 1/5 of the members if deemed necessary. However, it is mandatory for associations to hold ordinary general assembly meetings at least once every 3 years. (Associations Regulation Art.13, Turkish Civil Code Art.74)
The operational procedures of an association can be freely arranged in the association's bylaws unless they conflict with the provisions of the associations legislation, and it is possible for bylaws to stipulate that meetings be held every year or every two years. However, this period under no circumstances can exceed 3 years.
As long as the meeting time is stated as “every 2 years” in the association's bylaws, ordinary general assembly meetings must be held every 2 years.
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