SWEARING-IN OF NEW LEADERS 

Purpose

To formally induct newly elected or appointed leaders into office with full recognition, responsibility, and allegiance to the mission and values of the Global Union of Changemakers.

Swearing-In Procedure

1. Preparation

The event shall be organized and presided over by the Executive Director, Legal Advisor, and Secretary General.

All new leaders must receive a copy of the Oath of Leadership and Code of Ethics in advance.

Official identity cards must be ready and validated.

2. Event Format

The swearing-in ceremony can take place virtually or in person, but must be recorded and archived officially.

The Outgoing Leader (if applicable) gives a brief handover statement.

The Oath of Leadership is read aloud, line by line, by the Legal Advisor, and repeated by the new leader(s).

New leaders must raise their right hand while reciting the oath.

3. Signatures and Official Documentation

Each newly sworn-in leader must sign a printed or digital copy of the Oath of Leadership.

The document is co-signed by:

The President

The Executive Director

The Legal Advisor

The Secretary General

Copies of the signed oath shall be securely stored in the union’s official records.

4. Presentation of Leadership Identity Card and Certificate

After successful swearing-in, the leader receives:

An Official Identity Card (signed by President and Secretary General)

An Official Certificate of Induction (signed by the Executive Director and the head of the relevant department)

5. Public Announcement

The Communications Department will issue an official announcement across all Global Union of Changemakers' social media platforms and website.

All leaders and members are expected to congratulate and welcome the newly sworn-in leader.

Important Notes

Any leader who fails to participate in the swearing-in process within 21 days of appointment or election without a valid excuse shall be considered to have declined the position.

Swearing-in must always precede the assumption of duties.