General Assembly
As the highest decision-making body of the Union, the General Assembly, composed of representatives of member organizations, determines the strategic direction of the Union.
The General Assembly is the supreme organ of the Union. It consists of representatives of civil society organizations participating as founding members, representatives of organizations subsequently admitted to membership, and associate members.
The General Assembly convenes ordinarily once a year on a date determined by the Council. If deemed necessary by the Council, the ordinary meeting period may be extended up to two years.
The General Assembly may be called to an extraordinary meeting whenever deemed necessary by the Council or upon the written request of one-fifth of the registered members of the Union. Meetings are held at the headquarters of the Union.
Status
The General Assembly is the supreme decision-making and governing body of the Union.
Members
Composed of founding members, representatives of subsequently admitted member organizations, and associate members.
Ordinary Meetings
Held once a year on a date designated by the Council.
Meeting Interval
The ordinary meeting period may be extended up to two years by decision of the Council when necessary.
Extraordinary Meetings
May convene at any time by decision of the Council or upon the written request of one-fifth of the members.
Meeting Venue
General Assembly meetings are held at the headquarters of the Union.
UNIW General Assembly Meetings
General Assembly meetings convened from the foundation of the Union to the present day.
10th General Assembly
Latest20 December 2025 · Istanbul, Türkiye
9th General Assembly
25 June 2022 · Istanbul, Türkiye
8th General Assembly
8 December 2017 · Istanbul, Türkiye
7th General Assembly
25 July 2015 · Istanbul, Türkiye
6th General Assembly
27 January 2013 · Istanbul, Türkiye
5th General Assembly
3 June 2012 · Istanbul, Türkiye
4th General Assembly
20 November 2011 · Istanbul, Türkiye
3rd General Assembly
1 June 2009 · Istanbul, Türkiye
2nd General Assembly
7 December 2007 · Istanbul, Türkiye
1st General Assembly
24 March 2006 · Istanbul, Türkiye
Foundational Assembly
Foundation31 December 2005 · Istanbul, Türkiye