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A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonpartisan organization of the Bali Nyonga community
Bali Cultural Association USA emblemBCA-USABali Cultural Association — USA

Who We Are

BCA-USA Committees

BCA-USA committees translate the Association’s mission, approved policies, and priorities into programs, projects, and measurable results. Their responsibilities and operating procedures are defined in the BCA-USA Constitution of 2015 and the 2024 Bylaws.

Our Committees

Permanent Committees

  • Communication (Publication)
  • Cultural
  • Constitution and Elections
  • Development (Projects)
  • Education
  • Fundraising
  • Health
  • Membership
  • Process Improvement
  • Social and Awards

Ad-Hoc Committees

  • Nkap Ntod
  • Bali Multipurpose Center (MPC)
  • Technology and Innovation (TIC)

Core Responsibilities

  • Plan

    Develop an annual activity plan aligned with BCA-USA’s mission and priorities.

  • Budget

    Prepare an annual budget and follow the applicable approval process.

  • Execute

    Deliver assigned activities, programs, and approved projects.

  • Measure

    Establish clear deliverables, timelines, and measurable outcomes.

  • Meet

    Conduct meetings according to the committee’s prescribed schedule, with proper notice and agendas.

  • Document

    Maintain meeting minutes, membership records, plans, and supporting documents.

  • Report

    Communicate progress, challenges, and results to Association leadership.

  • Collaborate

    Work with other committees, chapters, and stakeholders to advance shared goals.

Leadership and Accountability

  • Committee Chair

    The Committee Chair leads committee activities, represents the committee at the NEC, coordinates planning and follow-up, communicates approved decisions, and leads annual planning and budgeting.

  • Committee Members

    Committee members are expected to participate actively, contribute ideas, and fulfill assigned responsibilities.

  • Secretary

    The Secretary maintains meeting minutes, committee records, and membership rosters.

Meet the committee chairs →

Scope of Authority

Committees must operate within the authority granted by the Constitution, Bylaws, and applicable standard operating procedures. They may not independently amend the Bylaws, appoint or remove Association officers or directors, or take actions beyond their delegated authority. Required approvals must follow the appropriate governance process.