DiGRA Australia is structured as an incorporated association in Australia, registered in Victoria. As an incorporated association we are guided by rules set out in our Constitution.
Download the current DiGRA Australia Constitution (PDF)
DiGRA Australia is a proudly democratic organisation. Our rules not only ensure that we can run effectively as a legal entity to support game studies research in Australia and New Zealand, but also that members of DiGRA Australia can contribute directly to how the association is led and operates.
The constitution is a lengthy and detailed document, but for quick reference some of its key sections explain:
- the rights of members of the association (§13)
- procedures for dealing with grievances (§25–29)
- the purpose of our Annual General Meetings and how they work (§30, §34–38)
- the purpose and responsibilities of the roles that comprise the DiGRA Australia Board (§42–48), and how members are elected to these roles (§49–55)
- how the association’s finances are managed (§68–71)
The requirements and responsibilities of the DiGRA Australia Board are also further established in Victorian legislation: see the Committee and committee members and Secretary explanations provided by Consumer Affairs Victoria.
If you have any questions or matters to raise in relation to our Constitution or the way the organisation works, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with either the DiGRA Australia President or Secretary in the first instance.