CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS Guardians Welfare Advancement for Peace and Order Inc.

Caloocan City

PREAMBLE

In order to establish our personal and collective pursuit of Unity, Charity, Purity and Valor of Honor,

towards Patriotism, under the grace of the almighty GOD, recognizing, that all Guardians

Brotherhood Organization of the land was first taught by our SUPREME GRAND MASTER

FOUNDER LEBORIO “ABRAHAM” JANGAO & GRAND SUPREME MASTER GREGORIO

HONASSAN II, we the members of the GUARDIANS WELFARE ADVANCEMENT for PEACE

and ORDER, INC. that rooted from the DIABLO SQUAD CRIME BUSTER, GUARDIANS

BROTHERHOOD, INC., GUARDIANS CENTRE FOUNDATION, INC, & the PHILIPPINE

GUARDIANS BROTHERHOOD, INC. do hereby promulgate this constitution and by-laws.

ARTICLE I

NAME OF ASSOCIATION

Section 1. The name of the Association shall be the GUARDIANS WELFARE ADVANCEMENT FOR

PEACE AND ORDER INC.

Section 2. Every letter of the word GUARDIANS is an acronym which represents the following:

G - Gentlemen

U - United

A - Associates

R - Race

D - Dauntless

I - Ingenuous

A - Advocator

N - Nation

S - Society

Which when translated in Filipino will mean “Mga maginoo, nagkakaisang katuwang

ng lahing Pilipino, magigiting at matatapat na tagapagtangol ng bansa at lipunan”.

Section 3. The principal office of the Association shall be located in Blk. 18 Lot 17 Congressional

Rd., Congress Village, Brgy. Congress 173, Caloocan City.

Section 4. The Association propagates the Motto:

“Brotherhood for Unification and Patriotism”

Section 5. The Association adopts a seal that shall consist of a bold letter “G” which stands for

GUARDIANS and its color green stands for prosperity; a circular figure symbolizing the

Unification of all Guardians Brotherhood; and the colors blue white & red, which

represents the flag of our country. Inside the circle consist of the three stars

representing Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao; the sun symbolizes Hope and its color

white represents purity.

The seal is designed herein below

ARTICLE II

DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES, NATURE, PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

Section 1. The Association believes in the Divine Providence who is the source of all powers and

authority.

Section 2. The Association operates on democratic principles. It adheres to the Constitution of the

Republic of the Philippines, its laws regulation and ordinances promulgated by duly

constituted authorities.

Section 3. The Association shall be a non-stock, non-partisan, and non-sectarian organization.

Section 4. The main purpose of the Association shall be to unite, develop and maintain

camaraderie among members, in order to better and more effectively, address matters

of common interests and concern, with the end view of achieving a sustainable

development for our communities, as a non-governmental organization for peace and

prosperity. BROTHERLY LOVE & FATHERHOOD OF GOD through the creation and

perpetuation of brotherhood/sisterhood founded upon the Values of character: Unity,

Charity, Purity, Valor & Honor, and Patriotism.

A. Unity: He/She has the strength to embrace unity and the will to build an interior

life founded upon an honest desire to truly listen to others. Trust in silence

transcends the gulf that is created when men feel the need to compete in action

or rhetoric. He is introspective and self-reliant.

B. Charity: He/She is charitable in the broadest sense of the word. A man/woman

who strives for a life of charity and service is more patient, kinder, and more

forgiving of the flaws of others. A charitable man/woman sacrifices of

himself/herself to help others and seeks no recognition in return. He/she is

humble, reverent, and generous.

C. Purity: He/she consistently strives for purity of mind, body, and soul. The

man/woman who is pure of thought, word, and deed does not shrink from

adversity or lofty goals. There is no self-pity, rationalizations, or apologies. He/she

is moral and a gentleman in the finest sense of the word.

D. Valor & Honor: He/She lives a life of personal integrity, thereby accruing valor &

honor. An honorable man/woman lives up to promises made— to others and to

him/her. A man/woman of valor & honor is not vain, and is willing to endure

scorn or ostracism rather than conform to the pressures of peers, superiors, or

the fashion of the day. He/She is ethical, honest, and trustworthy.

E. Patriotism: He/She loves his country, remaining consistently engaged in its

affairs. He/She seeks to know his country and to pass that knowledge on to

others. He/She is devoted to the principles of personal freedom, justice and civic

responsibility embedded in the Philippine Constitution. He/She is loyal, proud,

and humble.

Section 5. Code of Conduct: All members will adhere to the GWAPO Code of Conduct:

A. I will maintain the values of a high sense of honor in the commitment of

excellence as GUARDIANS member.

B. I will be financially responsible individual to both my chapter and the national of

Guardians Welfare Advancement for Peace and Order, Inc.

C. I will respect the dignity of all persons; therefore, I will not physically,

psychologically, or sexually abuse any individual.

D. I will observe the proper consumption of Alcohol; therefore I will not abuse, nor

support the abuse, of alcohol.

E. I will not use, nor support the use of, illegal drugs.

F. I will hold myself and my brothers/sisters accountable for their actions, and that I

always understand the GUARDIANS BROTHERHOOD/SISTERHOOD.

G. I will pursue the Values of Unity, Charity, Purity, Valor & Honor, and Patriotism

through my actions and deeds.

H. I will discourage discrimination of: race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion,

gender, sexual orientation, physical ability, or age in this brotherhood/sisterhood.

I. And to all these, I will encourage my Brothers/Sisters to demonstrate the

behavior which exemplifies this Guardians Code of Conduct.

Section 5. The objectives of the Association shall be as follows:

A. To promote patriotism and encourage culture adhering the principle of brotherly

love (Philia) and the fatherhood of God (Agape).

B. To adopt a comprehensive ideas, programs and methods for the welfare and

advancement of each members in the pursuit of genuine brotherhood of

GUARDIANS ORGANIZATIONS.

C. To be in constant partners with the National and local government units in

promoting peace and order to our society.

D. To provide holistic approach of livelihood programs and bring long term benefits to

all qualified members in catalyzing the unification and transformation of

GUARDIANS brotherhood towards a productive citizen.

E. To be the ultimate venue of unification of all GUARDIANS Brotherhood regardless of

Branches, Religion, Beliefs and Creed.

ARTICLE III

MEMBERSHIP

Section 1. Qualification for Membership. The applicants for membership must possess the

following qualification:

a. A citizen of the Philippines

b. Good standing in the community

c. Must not have been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude; and

d. During regular recruitment, the age requirements is at least twenty one (21) years

old but not more than fifty-five (55) years old and is physically and mentally fit.

Section 2. Pre- Membership Requirements. The pre-membership requirements are as follows:

a. Application. An applicant/aspirant shall accomplish an official application form duly

indorsed by any bonafide member, known as sponsor, of the Association which shall

be submitted to the Screening Committee of the chapter concerned for evaluation;

b. Presentation of Applicants. The applicants must be presented to all members

during a scheduled monthly meeting whereby the former shall state his/her

personal circumstances and the reasons for joining the Association. An objection

from any member of the screening committee will automatically defer action on the

application form of the prospective member. If there is no objection, the applicant is

approved.

c. Orientation Seminar/Lecture. Primarily the sponsor is held responsible for the

orientation of his/her applicant. Secondarily, the screening committee will designate

a resource speaker to lecture on principles, nature, purpose, objectives,

membership, and financial obligations relative to these By-Laws. Thereafter, the

screening committee will turn-over the applicants with their corresponding

applications forms to the Chapter Council.

d. Background Investigation. A background investigation shall be conducted by the

Chapter Council and copy of the application shall be forwarded to the National

Council.

e. Indoctrination Rites. Selected Chapter Officers will take exclusive charge of

indoctrination rites. It has been the practice of the brotherhood to adopt certain

customs and traditions that make us unique from other organization.

f. Acceptance. In this final stage, the members are turned over by the Chapter Council

to the Association in an appropriate ceremony to instill pride of belongingness and

identity essential to the progress and success of the latter. (Manual of Formal

Acceptance)

Section 2.1 Reconciliation/Transfer of Membership from other Guardians Aggrupations, Association

or factions who opt to rejoin Guardians Welfare Advancement for Peace and Order,

Inc., shall require to submit certificate of clearance from his/her mother chapter

certifying thereof that he/she is not denouncing or resigning from his/her current

Guardians Brotherhood membership.

Section 3. Rights of members. A member shall have the following rights.

a. To exercise the right to vote on all matters relating to the affairs of the Association;

b. To be eligible to an elective or appointive office of the Association.

c. To participate in all deliberation/meetings of the Association.

d. To avail of all facilities of the Association.

e. To examine all the records of books of the Association during business hours.

f. To a lifetime membership, unless withdrawn or expelled for a cause; and

g. To recommend only applicant(s) for membership belonging to his class or category

per recruitment schedule.

Section 4. Duties and Responsibilities of Members. A member shall have the following duties and

responsibilities:

a. To obey and comply with the By-Laws, rules and regulations that may be

promulgated by the Association from time to time;

b. To pay membership dues and other assessment of the Association.

c. To file a written complaint before the chapter/founders concerned; and

d. Such other duties and responsibilities that the Association may promulgate from

time to time.

Section 5. Classes of Members. Members of the Association shall be classified as follows:

A. Founder (F) - is composed of senior members of the Association coming from the

rank of Ranking Magic Group, Supremo/Suprema, and Godfather/Godmother with

at least five (5) years experience of service with the Founders Council who shall take

exclusive charge of Indoctrination rites.

B. Senior Godfather (SGF) - Senior Godmother (SGM) - is composed of commissioned

Officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine National Police, Bureau of

Jail and Management and Penology, and Philippine Coast Guard.

C. Ranking Magic Group (RMG) - is composed of selected civilian members who are

professionals and/or respected leaders of the community having rendered

exemplary service coming from the rank of Magic Group who are equivalent in rank

with the Senior Godfather/ Senior Godmother.

D. Magic Group (MG)- is composed of civilian members with an educational

qualification of at least third year college during regular recruitment, or at least a

high school graduate during special recruitment, or those who possessed special

skills and technical know-how who are willing to render services beneficial to the

Association.

The word “MAGIC” is a acronym, which stands for:

M – Moderate

A – Advocator

G – Grievances

I – Insecure

C – Citizens

Which when translated in Filipino will mean “Mga Mahinahong Tagapagtanggol ng

mga naaapi at mahinang mamamayan”.

E. Godfather (GF)/ Godmother (GF) – is composed of ranking Non-Commissioned

Officers of the AFP/PNP/PFP/BJMP/PCG with an equivalent rank of Duty Sergeant

coming from the rank of Guardians.

F. Guardians – is composed of uniformed personnel of the AFP/PNP/PFP/BJMP/PCG

with an equivalent rank of Private to Corporal represented with symbols pursuant to

Article III, Section 6a hereof.

Section 6. Markings and Color designation of Members

A. General Markings

MG - represents the Magic Group

G - (Gold) represents the PNP/BFP/BJMP

B - (Blue) represents the Philippine Army

R - (Red) represents the Philippine Constabulary

N - (Navy) represents the Philippine Navy

A - (Air) represents the Philippine Air Force

C - (Coast) represents the Philippine Coast Guard

M - (Maroon) represents the Philippine Marines

B. Special Markings

F - represents the Founder

SGF/SGF- represents the Senior Godfather/ Senior Godmother

RMG - represents the Ranking Magic Group

GF/GM - represents the Godfather/ Godmother

C. Corresponding marked by a tattoo on the superior area in-between the thumb and

the point finger of the right hand with letters particularly described above.

D. The “Guardians” mark including the pseudonym, year of admission and the letter

“V” which stands for Visayas, are made permanently by appropriate tattoos on the

lateral extremity of the upper right arm just below the shoulder.

E. The letter marking “GV” stands for Guardians Visayas tattooed on the superior area

in between the thumb and the point finger of the left hand to easily identify areas of

membership.

Section 7. Change Status of Members. In case of change of status pursuant to Section 6 hereof,

the affected member shall be marked with the appropriate tattoo in line with original

mark for all promotions, except promotion for Founder which shall be on top of the

original mark that will reflect his present status, subject to another screening and

testing procedure.

Section 8. Absorption of Members. No member shall be transferred or absorbed by the Chapter

Council unless a written request from the National Council of his duly authorized

representative is received and approved there such for absorption and transfer duly

informed the regional council.

Section 9. Promotion of Members. The association shall determine the criteria for promotion of

members, except Founders whose qualifications shall be prescribed by the Founders

Council.

Section 10. Suspension of Members. Any member who is found guilty of slight or less serious

crimes and/or slight or less grave offenses against the Association may be suspended

after due notice or hearing. He is not entitled to his rights, privileges and benefits during

the period of suspension.

Section 11. Expulsion of Members. Any member who is found guilty of serious crimes and/or grave

offenses against the Association shall be summarily expelled, after due notice and

hearing. All benefits or privileges due him/her shall be denied. Thereafter, he shall

voluntarily cause the erasure of his tattoo marks. The Association reserves the right to

do what has to be done under the circumstances.

Section 12. Marking of Members. All members must undergo marking on tattooing not for

decorative purpose but to signify their lifelong and total commitment to the

organization and for all that it stands for. It symbolizes both privileges and

responsibilities aside from serving as an identifying mark. It likewise serves the purpose

of discouraging those who are not ready to give their full acceptance, dedication or

sincerity to the organization.

Section 13. Pseudonym. When one is admitted as member of the organization, he shall assume the

name by which he is known and addressed by his fellow members and make him with

his fellow Guardians.

Section 14. Handshake. Handshake and embrace signify respect, love, unity, solidarity and concern

for one another.

Section 15. Mano Po. All members and senior members will execute Mano Po to the SUPREME

GRAND MASTER FOUNDER (SGMF), GRAND MASTER FOUNDER (GMF), NATIONAL

FOUNDER (NF) and Grand Supreme Master (SM) only.

ARTICLE IV

GOVERNMENT

Section 1. National Headquarters. Main Headquarters is located at Blk. 18 Lot 17 Congressional

Rd., Congress Village, Brgy. Congress 173, Caloocan City. All Regional, Provincial, City

and Municipal Chapters shall faithfully recognize the legitimacy and authority of the

Chairman of Guardians Welfare Advancement for Peace & Order, Inc. Also, the main

headquarters as the sole repository of powers mandated by the By-Laws of the

Association.

Section 2. Regional Chapter. The executive power of the Regional Chapter shall be exercised by

the Regional Executive Board; the legislative power by the Regional Legislative Council;

and the quasi-judicial power by the Regional Founders Council. A Regional Chapter

Annual Fee of Two Thousand Pesos shall be remitted to the National Council as

Recognition Fee extending thereof the use of the S.E.C. registration of GWAPO Inc. for

any legal purposes in accordance with rules and regulation set forth for the purpose.

A. The Regional Assembly shall be composed of the elected, appointed (maximum of

six), and Founders Council of the Provincial/City Chapters.

B. The Representatives of the Regional Assembly shall perform the following functions:

C. To hear and pass upon the reports of the Officers of the Regional Chapter;

D. To elect and remove for cause, the members of the Regional Chapter;

E. To make final decisions on any significant change in financial policies, subject to

legal restrictions;

F. To exercise final authority on all matters significantly affecting the Associations,

unless otherwise provided elsewhere here in this By-Laws; and

G. To determine the proposed amendments to this By-Laws.

H. The annual Regional Assembly meeting shall be held not later than the fourth

Sunday of December every year.

I. The Special Regional Assembly may be called anytime to consider urgent matters.

Section 3. Provincial/ City Chapter. The executive power of the Provincial/ City Chapter shall be

exercised by the Provincial/ City Executive Board; Legislative Power by the Provincial/

City Legislative Council; and the quasi-judicial power by the Provincial/ City Founders

Council. A Provincial/ City Chapter Annual Fee of One Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty

Pesos shall be remitted to the National Council as Recognition Fee extending thereof the

use of the S.E.C. registration of GWAPO Inc. in accordance with the rules and regulation

set forth for the purpose

A. Provincial/ City Assembly shall be composed of all elected, appointed (maximum of

seven) and Founders Council and/or President’s Council of city or local Chapters.

B. The representative to the Provincial/City Chapter Assembly shall perform the

following functions:

1. To hear and pass upon the reports of the Officers of the Provincial/ City Chapter.

2. To elect and remove for cause, the members of the Provincial/ City Chapter.

3. To make final decisions on any significant change financial policies, subject to

legal restrictions;

4. To exercise final authority on all matters significantly affecting the Associations,

unless otherwise provided elsewhere here in this By-Laws; and

5. To determine the proposed amendments to this By-Laws.

C. The annual Provincial/City Chapter Assembly meeting shall be held not later than

the fourth Sunday of December every year.

D. The Special Provincial/City Chapter Assembly may be called anytime to consider

urgent matters.

Section 4. Municipal Chapter. The executive power of the Municipal Chapter shall be exercised by

the Municipal Executive Board; the legislative power by the Municipal Legislative

Council; and the quasi-judicial power by the Municipal Founders CouncilMunicipal

Chapter Annual Fee of One Thousand Five Pesos shall be remitted to the National

Council as Recognition Fee extending thereof the use of the S.E.C. registration of

GWAPO Inc. in accordance with the rules and regulation set forth for the purpose

A. Municipal Assembly shall be composed of all elected, appointed (maximum of

seven) and Founders Council and/or Presidents Council of local Chapters.

B. The representative to the Municipal Assembly shall perform the following functions:

1. To hear and pass upon the reports of the Officers of the Provincial/ City Chapter.

2. To elect and remove for cause, the members of the Provincial/ City Chapter.

3. To make final decisions on any significant change financial policies, subject to

legal restrictions;

4. To exercise final authority on all matters significantly affecting the Associations,

unless otherwise provided elsewhere here in this By-Laws; and

5. To determine the proposed amendments to this By-Laws.

C. The annual Municipal Chapter Assembly meeting shall be held not later than the

fourth Sunday of December every year.

D. The Special Municipal Chapter Assembly may be called anytime to consider urgent

matters.

E. A Municipal Chapter composed of several adjoining municipalities in the province

may be organized where a municipality cannot satisfy the general membership

requirement of the Association.

F. A District Chapter composed of several adjoining political district in cities may be

organized where a municipality cannot satisfy the general membership requirement

of the Association.

G. A Municipal Chapter is composed of at least of two or more local chapters and fifty

(50) members.

Section 5. Local Chapters. The smallest unit of the Association is the Local Chapter. The executive

power of Local Chapter shall be exercised by the Local Chapter Executive Board;

Legislative Power by the Local Chapters Legislative Council; and the quasi-judicial power

by the Local Chapters Founders Council. A Local Chapter Annual Fee of One Thousand

Pesos shall be remitted to the National Council as Recognition Fee extending thereof the

use of the S.E.C. registration of GWAPO Inc. in accordance with the rules and regulation

set forth for the purpose

A. Local Chapter Assembly shall be composed of all elected officers, appointed

(maximum of seven) officers, Founders Council and active members.

B. The representative to the Local Chapter Assembly shall perform the following

functions:

6. To hear and pass upon the reports of the Officers of the Local Chapter.

7. To elect and remove for cause, the members of the Local Chapter.

8. To make final decisions on any significant change financial policies, subject to

legal restrictions;

9. To exercise final authority on all matters significantly affecting the Associations,

unless otherwise provided elsewhere here in this By-Laws; and

10. To determine the proposed amendments to this By-Laws.

H. The annual Local Chapter Assembly meeting shall be held not later than the fourth

Sunday of December every year.

I. The Special Local Chapter Assembly may be called anytime to consider urgent

matters.

J. A Municipal Chapter is composed of at least fifty (15) members.

ARTICLE V

OFFICERS OF THE ASSOCIATION

Section 1. Executive Board Officers. The Executive Board Officers in the Municipal/ District,

Provincial/ City, Regional Chapter and local chapter are as follows: President, Secretary,

Treasurer, Auditor, Business Manager, and Public Relation Officers. The President at

every level of the Association shall appoint the aforementioned officers from among the

representative to the Assembly.

Section 2. Other Appointed Officers. The President at every level of the Association may appoint

other officers subject to certain conditions provided by these By-Laws.

A. The President may appoint the Uniformed Liaison Officer. Practicable, the highest

ranking officer member of each branch of the uniformed service shall be appointed

to the said position. A uniformed Liaison Officer shall have the following duties:

1. He/She shall represent the corresponding uniformed component of the

Association at its level.

2. He/she shall assist the President in the conduct of activities involving a civilian

and the particularly uniformed component of the association.

3. He/she shall brief the Association of the particular uniformed service activities

where the association may be called upon to regulate; and

4. He shall perform such other duties as the council may prescribe.

Section 3. Qualification of officers: All Elective and appointive officers shall have the following

qualification:

A. General

1. He/She must be a bonafide member in good standing for at least six (6) months;

and

2. He/She is not convicted of any criminal, civil or administrative case involving

moral turpitude.

3. He/She must be the official delegate of his/her chapter during the election.

B. Specific

1. President:

a. Must possess at least the rank of RMG, SGF/SGM, or Must be a

Graduate of Associate or Bachelors Courses

b. No members of elective public official shall be elected as president of

this association.

2. Vice President:

a. Must possess at least the rank of RMG or SGF/SGM.

b. No members of elective public official shall be elected as vice president

of this association.

3. Other Elective Position

a. Any member of this Association can run to other elective position as

long as he/she meets the general requirement as stated in this

constitution & By-laws.

4. Appointed Officers- Any member of the Association.

5. Promotion of SGF/SGM, RMG to Founder- SGF/SGM, and RMG holding position

as Chapter President could be promoted to Founder on interim capacity.

Promotion of Founder will be with blessing and investiture of the National

Council only.

Section 4. Disqualification of Officers. The following are the disqualification of Officers:

A. Appointed Officers are disqualified to run in any elections of the Association;

B. Elected Officers are considered resigned in their position at the Lower level of the

Association;

C. All elected and appointed officers and committee members on membership are

disqualified to sponsor any applicant for membership.

Section 5. Compensation. The Officers of the Association shall serve without compensation.

However, all expenses incurred that is related to organizational activities shall drawn

from the budget of the association;

Section 6. Term of Office. The Officers of the Association shall hold office for two (2) years, or until

their successors shall have been elected and qualified, but shall not serve in the same

office for more than three (3) consecutive terms.

Section 7. Duties of Officers.

A. President

1. He/She is the Chief Executive at his level of the Association.

2. Presides in all assemblies of the Association at his level.

3. Represents the Association in all functions

4. Appoints and have control over all officers and members of the Association.

5. Directs the over-all activities of the Association

B. Vice President

1. He/She shall perform the duties of the President during the absence or the later

2. Act as Chairman of the Legislative Council

C. Secretary

1. He/she shall keep a complete record or list of all members and maintain a

correct of all minutes of the meeting of the Association

2. He/she shall give notice to all meetings called;

3. He/she take care and facilitate all communications addressed to the

Association; and

4. He/she shall turn-over all books and other properties in his possession to his

successor.

D. Treasurer

1. He/she shall be the custodian of all funds and properties of the Association;

2. He/she shall keep the financial records and transaction of the Association

3. He/she shall signed and countersigned by the President on disbursement of

funds of the Association; and

4. He/she submit an annual report of assets and Liabilities, which will be present

during the annual general assembly

E. Auditor

1. He shall audit and monitor the funds of the Association from time to time

2. He shall certify the financial reports that may be submitted to the Association;

3. He shall advice the president on the financial condition of the Association and

commend cost-saving measures and

4. He shall conduct an adult in accordance with the rules and procedures in

auditing on or before the 31st of January of each year.

F. Business Manager

1. He/She shall formulate economic plans and strategies to improve the financial

conditions of the Association;

2. He/She shall submit for approval by the council a feasibility study of any

business venture; and

3. He/She manages any business venture of the Association.

G. Public Relation Officer

1. He/She shall be the Official Spokesman of the Association.

2. He/She shall be responsible for the image building of the Association.

3. He/She shall screen all press and media releases; and

4. He/She shall submit for approval by the Council any major policy in making

reports to the media.

ARTICLE VI

MEETING, NOTICE, QUORUM, AND OTHER RELATED MATTERS

Section 1. Council meeting. The Council may conduct meeting on the following schedule:

A. Regional Meeting- the Regional Council, Provincial/City Council and the

Municipal/District Council Shall determine its regular meeting.

B. Special Meeting- the Council may conduct special meeting anytime upon call of the

President or upon written request of at least five (5) members.

Section 2. Notices. Notices of the date, time and place of all assemblies/Meetings shall be

published/disseminated by the Secretary at least five (5) days prior to the meeting,

which notice shall state the agenda and whenever necessary for the members advance

consideration, accompanied by appropriate papers. Notice of any special

assembly/meeting shall specify the purpose, for which the meeting is held, and no other

business other than as stated, or those related thereto shall be considered during the

meeting.

Section 3. Quorum.

A. Assembly- A quorum shall consist of twenty-five percent (25%) of all the members

entitled to vote in the Regional, Provincial/City, or Municipal/District Chapter.

B. Council- The quorum requirement for a meeting of the Council shall be the majority

of the members thereof.

Section 4. Manner of Voting.

A. Members in good standing shall be qualified to vote and participate in the

Assembly.

B. Election and Removal of Officers shall be secret balloting.

C. Actions on all matters shall be in any manner as will reflect truly and correctly the

decision of the membership; and

D. Members shall be entitled to one vote, and they may vote either in person or by

proxy, which shall be in writing and filed with the Secretary of the Association

before the scheduled meeting

Section 5. Removal of Officers. Any elected officer may be removed from office for cause by a

majority vote of the members in good standing present at the annual or special

assembly called for the purpose after having been given the opportunity to be heard at

the said assembly.

Section 6. Order of Business. The order of business at the annual assembly of the members shall

be as follows:

A. Proof of service of the required notice of meeting, except when such notice is

waived by the members constituting a quorum.

B. Proof of the presence of quorum.

C. Reading and approval of the minutes of the previous annual meeting, except when

such reading is dispensed with the majority vote of those present

D. Unfinished business.

E. Report of the President.

F. Election of the President, Vice President, and other officers for the ensuing year.

G. Other matters.

The order of business at any assembly may be changed by a vote of a majority.

ARTICLE VII

COMMITTEES

Section 1. Permanent Committees. After the organization of the Council, the following duties and

powers specified hereunder:

A. Committee on Appointments – Consisting of three (3) members to which

committee shall be referred all questions affecting the appointments extended by

the President to all Officers and members thereof, and questions affecting the

organization of the Tribunal on Appointments.

B. Committee on Membership -Consisting of three (3) members to which committee

shall be referred all questions relating to membership in the Association; the strict

observance of procedures for screening and interview only; the schedule of

recruitment based upon the quota and allocation as directed by the Regional

Council; the adoption of a policy that financial whacking is strictly prohibited; and to

discourage the recruitment of politicians in order to save the Association from

internal squabbles.

C. Committee on Finance - Consisting of three (3) members to which committee shall

be referred all questions related to income, expenditures, and deficits of the

Association; the bookkeeping system; the exaction of effecting payment due to the

Association; the financial responsibility of the Officers of the Association; the

adoption of policy that the customary pass-the-hat practices shall be discourage

especially during formal meetings/activities; and in general, all questions which may

have relation to the finances of the Association.

D. Committee on Adult, Claims, and Benefits - Consisting of three (3) members to

which committee shall be referred all questions relating to auditing and adjustment

of all accounts chargeable against funds for the expenses and activities of the

Association; the acceptance and processing of claims intended for the benefit of the

members thereof; and in general, the passage of measures for the welfare of the

same.

E. Committee on Complaints and Grievances - Consisting of three (3) members and

shall have powers, functions and privileges in the investigation of all members

brought before the said committee. It shall initiate investigating of officers in the

mishandling of funds of the Association, and shall file a complaint before the

Provincial Security Officer who is the prosecutor of the Disciplinary Board if the

amount is not more than four thousand pesos (P4,000), if the amount exceeds four

thousand pesos, it shall be filed before the Regional Security Officer who is the

prosecutor of the Regional Justice Tribunal.

F. Committee on Circulars and Constitutional Amendments - Consisting of three (3)

members to which committee shall be referred all questions relating to the

codification and to resolutions which shall have for their object the amendment of

the circular in force, as well as all matters proposing amendments to this By-Laws.

Section 2. Special Committees. The Council may form the following special committees, with the

duties and powers hereunder:

A. Committee on External Affairs - Consisting of three (3) members to which

committee shall be referred all questions affecting our relations with the local

governments, government agencies, and Non-government organizations related to

peace and prosperity.

B. Committee on Electoral Reforms - Consisting of three (3) members to which

committee shall be referred all questions affecting the organization of the Election

Tribunal of the Association.

C. Committee on Special Services - Consisting of three (3) members to which

committee shall be referred all questions affecting the organization of the Security

Tribunal.

D. Committee on Justice - Consisting of three (3) members to which committee shall

be referred all questions affecting the organization of the Justice Tribunal and the

administrative disciplinary measures of the Association.

Section 3. Other Committees. The Council may create other committees to undertake singular

tasks.

ARTICLE VIII

REGIONAL FOUNDERS COUNCIL

Section 1. Regional Council. The governing council of the quasi-judicial functions and fraternal

activities of the Regional Chapter is the Regional Council. (hereinafter referred to as the

Commission), shall be composed of sixteen (16) officers who shall be appointed by the

Supreme Master or his duly authorized representative.

A. The composition of the commission shall be as follows:

1. Chairman

2. President

3. Vice President for Administration

4. Vice President for Operations

5. Chief of Staff

6. Secretary

7. Treasurer

8. Auditor

9. Business Manager

10. Press Relation Officer

11. Sgt. At Arms

12. Sgt. At Arms

13. Sgt. At Arms

14. Official Marker

15. Member

16. Member

17. Member

B. The powers and function of the Commission shall be as follows:

1. Exercise administrative control over various offices of the Commission;

2. Foster and develop policies, promulgates rules and regulations, standards and

procedures to improve quasi-judicial services based on sound professional

concepts and principles;

3. Prepare a manual prescribing rules and regulations for efficient organization,

administration, and operations, including recruitment, selection, and

promotion;

4. Prescribe minimum standards for equipment, uniform, awards and medals;

5. Promulgate a Performance Evaluation System, a Code of Conduct, and Oath of

Allegiance (Panunumpa ng Katapatan);

6. Conduct region wide inspection for the proper evaluations of the efficiency and

effectiveness of all chapters;

7. Render report of its activities and accomplishments during the Regional

Assembly; and

8. Perform such other functions necessary to carry out the provisions of this

Constitution and By-Laws.

Section 2. Duties and Functions of the Members of the Commission:

A. Chairman

1. He/She is the Ceremonial Head of the Association and the Head of the

Commission;

2. Establish appropriate policies and standards for efficient and effective

operations of the Commission;

3. Promulgate policies, rules and regulations necessary in carrying out the

Commission goals and objectives;

4. Exercise supervision and control over the various offices under the Commission;

5. Appoint Officers/Officials of the Commission except as otherwise provided by

this Constitution and By-Laws;

6. Delegate authority to exercise any substantive or administrative functions to

members or the Commission;

7. Perform such other functions as may be provided by this Constitution and By-

Laws.

B. President

1. Advice the Supreme Master (Chairman) or his/her duly authorized

representatives on matters relative to the power of general supervision over the

Commission.

2. Act as the presiding officer during regular and special meetings of the council.

3. Perform such other functions as directed by the Chairman (Supreme Master) or

as provided by this Constitution and By-Laws.

C. Vice President for Administration

1. He/She shall assist the Chairman/President implementing, monitoring, and

evaluation of policies, plans, programs, projects, and budget pertaining to

regional autonomy, decentralization, and regional governance;

2. He/She shall assist the Chairman/President in the formulation of responsible

fiscal and financial policies, systems and practices;

3. He/She shall coordinate the preparation of plans and programs related to

efficient office administration and development of human resources;

4. He/She shall supervise the overall Appointments and the Elections of Officers;

5. He/She shall perform other tasks that maybe assigned to him/her from time to

time.

D. Vice President for Operations

1. He/She shall assist the Chairman/President in the planning, implementing,

monitoring, and evaluation of policies, plans, programs, projects, and budget

pertaining to discipline, security, and accountability of all officers and members

of the Association;

2. He/She shall assist the Chairman/President in ensuring that the Key Result Areas

of the different Chapters and various offices are formulated and integrated;

3. He/She shall supervise the Justice, the Security, and the Audit functions of the

Commission.

4. He/She shall perform other tasks that may be assigned to him from time to

time.

E. Chief of Staff

1. Directs, supervise and coordinates the work of staff. His/her responsibilities

cover:

Activities of all staff members except in those specific areas reserved by

the Chairman

Relations among the various members of the staff; and

Relations between the staff and subordinate units and agencies.

2. Formulates and announces the staff operating policies;

3. Keeps the Chairman and Staffs informed on matters affecting the situation;

4. Represents the Chairman when authorized;

5. Receives the Chairman’s decision and ensures that they are implemented by:

Instructing the staff to prepare and issue implementing plans, orders,

reports, and other staff actions;

Reviewing staff actions to ensure that they are adequate, and

integrated;

Approving actions or obtaining the Chairman’s approval;

Alerting subordinate heads or chief of offices to the actions that will be

required of them;

Receiving additional decisions from the Chairman when unexpected

problems arise.

6. Maintains the master policy file and ensures all instructions issued to the

commission agrees with policies and plans; monitors the commission standing

operating procedure (SOP);

7. Ensures that the Chairman’s orders and instruction to the staff are carried out;

8. Requires that all coordinating and special staff officers unless instructed

otherwise by the Chairman inform him of any recommendations or information

that they give directly from the Chairman. (Personal staff members may be

exempted unless the Chairman directs otherwise);

9. Ensures establishments of the required Liaison;

10. Supervises operations of the conference room, when establish;

11. Exercises overall direction of the staff representative in the Fraternal Operation

Center (FOC); and

12. Perform other duties that the Chairman may assign him/her.

F. Secretary

1. He/She pass upon and attest all appointments made only according to

regulations provided by the Associations;

2. He/She shall decide all administrative questions affecting appointments

extended by the President;

3. He/She shall perform other duties as directed by the Chairman.

G. Treasurer

1. He/She shall be the custodian of all funds and properties of the Association;

2. He/She keeps the financial records;

3. He/She shall sign and countersigned by the Chairman on disbursement of funds

of the association; and

4. He/She shall submit an annual report of assets and liabilities, which will be

presented during the annual general assembly.

H. Auditor

1. He/She shall examine, audit, and settle all accounts pertaining to the revenues,

receipt and expenditures of the association, or any of its subdivisions, agencies,

or instrumentalities with original characteristics and their subsidiaries;

2. He/She may adopt measures necessary to correct the deficiencies of the

audited agencies;

3. He/She shall keep the general accounts, vouchers and other important

documents of the association;

4. He/She shall have an exclusive authority to define the scope of its audit and

examinations, establish the techniques and methods require therefore, and

primarily its accounting and auditing rules and regulations, including those for

the prevention and disallowance of irregular, unnecessary, excessive,

extravagant or unconscionable expenditures , or uses of funds and properties;

5. No policy, rule, regulation, or resolution shall be passed exempting any entity of

the association or its subsidiary in any guise whatever or any investment of

funds, from the jurisdiction of the Tribunal on External Audit;

6. He/She submit to the President and the Assembly annual report covering the

financial condition and operation of the Association, its subdivisions, agencies,

and instrumentalities subject to its audit; and

7. He/She shall perform other duties as directed by the Chairman.

I. Business Manager

1. He/She shall formulate economic plans and strategies to improve its financial

condition by the Association;

2. He/She shall submit for approval by the Council a feasibility study of any

business venture; and

3. He/She manages any business venture of the Association.

J. Public Relation Officer

1. He/She shall be the Official Spokesman of the assembly;

2. He/She shall be responsible for the image building of the association;

3. He/She shall screen all press and media releases; and

4. He/She shall submit all approval by the council any of any major policies in

making reports to the media.

K. Sergeant at Arms

1. He/She shall have exclusive charge of the enforcement and administration of all

regulations relative to the security of all officers and members of the

Associations;

2. He/She shall conduct investigation and initiate the prosecution of all offenses in

violation of this Constitution and infractions of existing regulation; and

3. He/She shall perform other duties as directed by the Chairman/Supreme

Master.

Section 3. Qualification of Fraternal Officers:

A. He/She is a Founder

B. He/She is a natural born citizen of the Philippines

C. He/She is at least thirty (30) years of age

D. He/She is on detail with the commission; provided, he/she is a member in good

standing for at least one (1) year in the Association before being transferred or

absorbed by the former, and is not convicted nor facing any criminal, civil or

administrative case involving moral turpitude.

Section 4. Disqualification of Fraternal Officers:

A. Not eligible to run in any elections of the Association;

B. Cannot sponsor any applicant for membership;

C. Shall serve without compensation.

Section 5. Term of Office – The Fraternal Officer shall hold office during good behavior, until they

reach the age of seventy (70) years, or become incapacitated to discharge the duties of

their officer.

Section 6. Impeachment – The Fraternal President, the Regional Vice President, and the Fraternal

Officers shall be removed from office on impeachment and convictions of serious crimes

and violations of these By-Laws.

The Regional Assembly, by a vote of two thirds, of all its members, shall have the sole

power of impeachment. When the Regional President is on trial, the regional director

for Justice Tribunal shall preside.

Section 7. Organizational Structure – The Organizational Structure of the Commission shall be

made applicable as far as practicable in the levels of the Provincial/City and

Municipal/District Chapters. Provided, however, the commission shall, in accordance

with the guidelines set forth herein, prescribe its organizational structure and staffing

pattern.

ARTICLE IX

DISCIPLINE

Section 1. Disciplinary Action – Any member of officer whose conduct or activities are contrary to

the constitution and by –laws , rules and regulations of the organization shall be filed

before the Chairman or his duty authorized representative to be heard and decided by

the Vice President for Administration in the case of Regional Officers; as Provincial/City

Disciplinary Board in the case of Provincial/City Officers; and the Municipal District

Hearing Board in the case of Municipal/District Officers and members. However, the

Regional, Provincial/City and Municipal/District Chapters are not prelude from

constituting a Grievance Committee for this purpose.

Section 2. Grounds for Disciplinary Action – Any member may be suspended or expelled under

any of the following grounds:

A. Non-payment on membership fee, annual or monthly dues and other assessment

for three (3) consecutive months.

B. Non-payment of fines properly imposed upon him/her one month after the same is

ordered final and executor by the authorities concerned;

C. Failure despite notice, to attend without sufficient cause may be determine by the

Executive Board or Legislative Council concerned, for three (3) consecutive monthly

or special meetings of the organization;

D. Other serious infractions or violations of any provision of the Constitution and By-

Laws and other similar rules and regulations of the Association after final

determination thereof by the disciplinary officers of the Chapter concerned.

Section 3. Other Grounds for Disciplinary Action- the following are the grounds for disciplinary

action:

A. Neglect of duty

B. Irregularity in the performance of duty

C. Misconduct

D. In competency

E. Oppression

F. Dishonesty

G. Disloyalty to the Association

H. Violation of Law

Section 4. Penalties- The following penalties may be imposed upon any erring member of officer

A. Removal- for serious and grave offenses

B. Suspension-for less serious and less grave offenses; and

C. Fine/Admonition/Warning- for light offenses

Section 5. Form of complaint against any member or officers shall be made in writing and verified

under oath before an officer authorized to administer an oath and properly filed

pursuant to Section 1 hereof.

Section 6. Procedure- the implementing guidelines for the procedures in the investigation and

disposition of administrative complaint against officers and members shall be

promulgated by the Association.

ARTICLE X

FUNDS

Section 1. Funds- The funds of the association shall be derived from membership fees, monthly

dues, and special assessment of members, grants, donations or benefits.

Section 2. Fees and Dues- Every member of the Association shall pay the following:

A. National Membership/ID fee of One Hundred Fifty Pesos (P150), renewable annually

B. Monthly dues of not less than thirty Pesos (P30) shall be collected from members

and 20 % of which shall be remitted to the National Council

C. Such other assessment that may be imposed by the Association from time to time.

D. National Annual Chapter Recognition Fee shall be paid by the following:

1. Municipal/District Chapter- Seven Hundred Fifty Pesos (P750.00)

2. Provincial/City Chapter- One Thousand (P1000)

Provided that the remittance be paid as provided in the immediately succeeding

session.

Section 3. Retention of Funds- the treasurer of every chapter shall collect, retain and deposit

funds to any bank proximate to respective headquarters. All Chapter funds shall be

managed and retained fully by each chapter.

Section4. Disbursements. Withdrawal from funds of the Association, whether by checks or any

other instruments, shall be signed by the Treasurer and countersigned by the chairman

in his absence, the President. Disbursement shall be made only when a resolution is

passed and approved by the council to that effect.

Section 5. General Funds. All other income, funds, revenues, except real and fixed assets,

misappropriated and unexpected at the year-end, shall revert to the general funds.

Section 6. Allocation of General Funds. The general funds shall be appropriated and allocated as

follows:

A. 50% for Mortuary, accident, and other financial assistance

B. 35% for Miscellaneous operating expenses

C. 10% for professional advancement; and

D. 5% for Contingency fund

In case of death of any (regular) direct members of any chapter, All Recognized Chapters

by the National Council shall contribute not less than One thousand Pesos (P1, 000.00)

per chapter as death and burial assistance. To be facilitated by the National Council. This

provision is applicable only to those who have been active members for 6 months more.

Section 7. Real and Fixed Assets. Real and Fixed assets of the Association shall be subjected to the

rules, regulations and policies that shall be promulgated by the National Assembly.

Section 8. Fiscal year. The fiscal year of the Association shall be from January 1 to December 31st of

the year.

Section 9. Chapter auditor shall conduct an audit in accordance with the rules and procedures in

auditing on or before the 31st of January every year.

Section 10. All Chapters shall submit an annual report of Assets and Liabilities, which will be

presented during the respective General Assembly of their Level.

ARTICLE XI

AMENDMENTS

Section 1. Amendments, modification or repeal to this Constitution and By-Laws may be proposed

in writing by at least twenty five (25) members of the Organization, furnishing copies

thereof to each members of the National Council who shall consider such proposed

amendments within thirty days upon receipt thereof. Such proposed amendments shall

state thereon the old provisions and the proposed new provisions.

Amendments to this Constitution and By-Laws shall be approved by two-thirds vote of

all the Delegates to the National Convention called for the purpose.

ARTICLE XII

TRANSITORY PROVISION

Section 1. All acts, things, deeds, contracts, agreements, disbursements, and other actions that

have been made, executed and signed, do and performed previously, not inconsistent

with this Constitution, which are necessary and requisite to be done in and about the

premises are hereby ratified and confirmed to have been done or cause to be done by

virtue thereof.

Section 2. All existing laws, proclamation, issuance not inconsistent with this Constitution, shall

remain operative until amended, modified or ratified.

Section 3. There shall be an Interim National Executive Council which shall exist immediately upon

the ratification of this constitution and shall continue until the members of the regular

National Executive Council shall have been elected and shall have assumed office

following an election in the National Convention called for the purpose by the Interim

National Executive Council. The members of the Interim National Executive Council shall

be composed of the delegates or representative from the local chapters and the

National Executive Council Members and the Incorporators. They shall have the same

powers, functions, responsibilities, rights, and privileges of a regular member of the

National Executive Council as provided for in this Constitution.

Section 4. The members of the Interim national Secretariat shall continue to exist upon the

ratification of this constitution to assist the incumbent National Executive Council

Chairman of the Organization and the members of the Interim National Executive

Council in the performance of their functions.

Section 5. The interim National Chairman of the GUARDIANS WELFARE ADVANCEMENT for PEACE

& ORDER (GWAPO) shall to hold office for 2 year and shall continue to exercise his

duties and powers until the regular members of the National Executive Council shall

have been duly elected and qualified in the Biennial Convention.

ARTICLE XIII

EFFECTIVITY

Section 1. This constitution and by-laws shall take effect upon its ratification by a majority of all

Incorporators and Interim National Officers called for the purpose.

Adopted, approved and ratified by all the delegates/representative during the 1st

Constitutional Convention held at GWAPO NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, Caloocan City on

May 30, 2011.

Adapted, approved and ratified by all of the incorporators and Interim National Council

Officers during the 1st Constitutional Convention of GUARDIANS WELFARE ADVANCEMENT for PEACE &

ORDER (GWAPO), INC. held at National Headquarters, Caloocan City on April 30, 2011.

FOUNDER ROGELIO “JOCAS” REAL JR.

National Chairman

RMG. MENANDRO “ANNIE” SANTOS

National Executive Vice President

RMG. WILLIAM “SHAKE” VARELA

National Secretary

RMG. RODOLFO “LYN” ENRIQUEZ JR.

National Treasurer

RMG. ANNE “RUTH” VARELA

National Auditor

SRGF. MANUEL “ALKY” ALQUESOR

National Sgt. at Arms 1

SRGF. CAMILO “MILO” FAVOR

National Sgt. at Arms 2

FOUNDER DANNY “HUNTER VIDAL

Vice President for Luzon

RMG. POE “TREKKER” ALCAZAREN

Vice President for Visayas

RMG. CARLO “CARMEN” MENDOZA

Vice President for Mindanao

GF. ALVIN “ROVIN” TABADA

BOD for CAR

FOUNDER JOSE “RAIDER” BERNARDO

BOD for NCR

GERARDO S. AGUDA

BOD for Region 1

RMG. DANTE “SNIPES” VIDAL

BOD for Region 2

RMG. RESTITUTO “CARDINAL YALUNG

BOD for Region 3

RMG. ALFONSO “ABP” PASCUAL JR.

BOD for Region 4

RMG. WILFREDO “GEM” LAPITAN

BOD for Region 5

RMG. RODOLFO “LYN” ENRIQUEZ JR.

BOD for Region 6

RMG. ADOLFO “JEDI” TUPAZ

BOD for Region 7

RMG. CRUZALDO “PETER” HUBILLA

BOD for Region 8

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BOD for Region 9

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BOD for Region 10

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BOD for Region 11

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BOD r for Region 12

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BOD for Region 13

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BOD for Region ARMM