Assembly of Members
The highest decision-making body, responsible for major institutional decisions and member authority.
Explore the expanded Institutional Governance Centre →
Governance
A member-led institution built on accountability.
ACPK’s governance framework defines how members participate, leaders are elected, decisions are made and the Association’s mandate is protected.
Governance framework
Clear authority. Shared responsibility.
The Assembly of Members is ACPK’s highest governing body. It exercises authority through the Constitution, elected leadership, representative councils, committees and accountable administrative structures.
This structure supports transparent decisions, professional representation, responsible financial management and meaningful participation by members across all regions and membership categories.
How ACPK is governed
A connected governance system.
National Executive Committee
Provides strategic leadership, executive oversight and implementation of Association decisions.
Governing Council
Supports representation, coordination and governance across the Association’s national structures.
Committees & Regions
Provide specialist input, local engagement and implementation closer to members.
Governance principles
Standards that protect trust.
Transparency
Clear processes, reporting and access to appropriate institutional information.
Accountability
Leaders and structures remain answerable to members and the Constitution.
Representation
Regions, disciplines and membership groups contribute to institutional direction.
Compliance
Operations align with applicable laws, ethical standards and approved policies.
Institutional documents