FEDERATION CHARTER

Preamble

Endeavoring to create a scalable, sustainable, and flexible system able to effectively respond to the ever changing needs of our members as well as the constant evolution of the ‘verse, we hereby establish the Federation of Free Companies. This Federation is dedicated to facilitating the success of small to medium sized member organizations by leveraging economies of scale, inter-organization relationships, and common cause to amplify the capabilities of each member.

The Federation is NOT an alliance. Each member’s independence enables collaborative efforts without inherently causing the decisions of any one organization to negatively impact the others. With a focus on freedom coupled with reasonable accountability, our core principles enshrine mutual respect and mature behaviors we expect of our members.

      Articles of the Federation of Free Companies
Adopted on 7.12.2954

Article I: Name and Purpose
Section 1: Name This organization shall be known as the Federation of Free Companies (FoFC).
Section 2: Purpose The Federation of Free Companies exists to support and empower member organizations within the universe of Star Citizen by facilitating inter-organizational cooperation, leadership development, commerce, and immersive gameplay experiences.

Article II: Membership
Section 1: Eligibility Any organization operating within the Star Citizen universe that upholds the values of collaboration, respect, and fair play may apply for membership.
Section 2: Tiers of Membership
Affiliate Member Organization: Access to general community resources and public events.
Voting Member Organization: Full access to FoFC services, voting rights, and responsibilities.
Section 3: Member Expectations All member organizations must:
Uphold the FoFC Code of Conduct
Declare membership within the FoFC on their RSI page
Section 4: Expulsion and Suspension A member may be suspended or expelled by a majority vote of the Council of Delegates for actions that harm the FoFC or violate this charter.

Article III: Governance
Section 1: Council of Delegates
One representative per member organization
Responsible for amending the Charter, voting on major initiatives, and electing Executive Board members
Section 2: Executive Board
Oversees day-to-day operations
Comprised of the following officers:
President
Director of Commerce
Director of Intelligence
Director of Events
Director of Communications
Director of Training & Mentorship
Director of Operations
Section 3: Advisory Corps
Composed of respected leaders and subject matter experts.
Non-voting, advisory capacity.

Article IV: Decision-Making
Section 1: Voting Procedures
Each organization holds one vote
Quorum: 50% of active member orgs must be present
Decisions require a simple majority vote unless otherwise specified in the proposal.
Section 2: Amendments to the Charter
Require a two-thirds majority vote from the Council of Delegates
Proposed amendments must be submitted in writing and distributed to all members at least two weeks prior to the vote

Article V: Code of Conduct
All member organizations and their representatives shall:
Encourage players to prioritize their real-life commitments and health
Treat others with respect and professionalism outside of the confines of the game.
Operate with integrity during cooperative and competitive gameplay
Accept the game we have, for better or worse
Report significant breaches of conduct to the Executive Board for review

Article VI: Events and Initiatives
FFC will host and support:
Leadership, professional development, and mentorship programs
Trade and resource coordination systems
Joint deployments, races, and tournaments
Cross-org social experiences
Participation is encouraged to strengthen inter-org relationships and promote active engagement.

Article VII: Dissolution
In the event the FoFC is dissolved:
All shared resources and infrastructure will be distributed to active member orgs in good standing
A final vote will be held by the Council of Delegates to confirm dissolution

This Charter may evolve as the Star Citizen universe and the Federation of Free Companies continue to grow. Its principles shall guide us toward a cooperative, immersive, and player-driven future.