NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
Assembly Purpose: Democratic decision-making body where all Caucus members have voice and vote; approve major initiatives, budget, strategic plans, policy positions.
Assembly Composition: All active Caucus members (target 5,000–10,000 members nationally)
Member Participation:
Voting Privileges: All members vote on major decisions (elections, budget, major policy positions)
Caucus Participation: Attend monthly caucus meetings; participate in programs and initiatives
Regional/Local Chapters: Participate in local chapters for regional organizing
Committee Service: Volunteer on committees (policy, advocacy, communications, events, etc.)
Assembly Committees (Member-Driven):
Policy & Advocacy Committee: Develop policy positions, coordinate campaigns
Communications & Media Committee: Manage social media, op-eds, media outreach
Events & Engagement Committee: Plan conferences, summits, local events
Finance & Operations Committee: Oversee budget, membership, administrative operations
Equity & Inclusion Committee: Ensure Caucus is welcoming and accessible to all
Assembly Decisions (Voting Required):
Election of National Executive Council
Annual budget approval
Major policy positions and advocacy campaigns
Constitutional amendments
Approval of new caucuses or major initiatives
Setting of membership dues/fees
Member Communications:
Monthly Newsletter: Updates on Caucus activities, policy, events
Online Member Forum: Discussion boards, resource sharing, local organizing
Social Media: Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook (member community)
Regional Chapters: Monthly local meetings (in 50+ cities)
Voting Process:
Quorum: 30% of members must vote for decision validity
Approval Threshold: 50%+ of votes cast = decision passes
Voting Methods: Online voting (primary), in-person voting at annual convention
Transparency: Results published; voting records (anonymized) shared
Membership Benefits:
Access to all Caucus programs and activities
Voting on major decisions
Networking with 5,000+ military-brat leaders
Monthly newsletter and updates
Leadership opportunities and development
Speaking and media opportunities
Advocacy and policy impact
Annual National Assembly Convention:
Date: May (annual, 3 days)
Location: Rotates among regions
Attendance: 500–1,000 members (all welcome; limited capacity)
Activities:
Member meetings and discussions
Committee reports
Elections (voting)
Workshops and skill-building
Social events and community celebration
International sessions (Global Caucus)
Participation: In-person (preferred) or virtual (live-streamed)
Membership Dues:
Regular Membership: $0–$50/year (sliding scale; free for low-income members)
Sustaining Membership: $100–$500/year (optional, supports operations)
Lifetime Membership: $1,000 (one-time)
No one is excluded due to inability to pay
"Join National Assembly" → bratcorps.org/caucus/membership/join
THE SEVEN CAUCUSES (Operational Units)
Caucuses Purpose: Specialized communities focused on particular military-brat populations or issues; run programs, activities, advocacy; report to National Executive Council.
Caucus Governance (Each Caucus):
Caucus Chair: Elected annually; sits on National Executive Council
Caucus Leadership Team: 4–6 co-chairs or committee leads (regional, topical)
Caucus Members: All members interested in caucus focus (100–1,000+ per caucus)
Quarterly Meetings: All-member meetings where major decisions made
Monthly Programs: Workshops, discussions, activities
Caucus Operations:
Autonomy: Each caucus designs its own programs and activities (within Caucus mission)
Coordination: Align with other caucuses on shared goals; avoid duplication; coordinate on joint initiatives
Funding: Receive budget allocation from national Caucus; additional fundraising for major initiatives
Reporting: Report quarterly to National Executive Council on activities, membership, outcomes