{"id":13593,"date":"2022-09-22T21:58:28","date_gmt":"2022-09-22T19:58:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/?page_id=13593"},"modified":"2025-02-14T19:45:07","modified_gmt":"2025-02-14T18:45:07","slug":"acia-associazione-cooperazione-italia-africa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/acia-association-cooperation-italia-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"ACIA - Italy-Africa Cooperation Association"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ACIA-ASSOCIAZIONE-ITALIA-AFRICA-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13595\" style=\"width:571px;height:571px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ACIA-ASSOCIAZIONE-ITALIA-AFRICA-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/aedic.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ACIA-ASSOCIAZIONE-ITALIA-AFRICA-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aedic.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ACIA-ASSOCIAZIONE-ITALIA-AFRICA-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/aedic.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ACIA-ASSOCIAZIONE-ITALIA-AFRICA-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aedic.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ACIA-ASSOCIAZIONE-ITALIA-AFRICA-1-12x12.jpg 12w, https:\/\/aedic.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ACIA-ASSOCIAZIONE-ITALIA-AFRICA-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Presentazione_di_ACIA_%E2%80%93_Associazione_di_Cooperazione_Italia_Africa\"><\/span><strong>Presentation of ACIA - Italy-Africa Cooperation Association<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>L'<strong>ACIA (Italy-Africa Cooperation Association)<\/strong>&nbsp;is a non-profit, non-partisan and secular organisation, founded in accordance with Burkinab\u00e9 law no. 064-2015\/CNT, with the aim of strengthening ties between Italy and the African continent through multilateral cooperation projects. Based in Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso), the association works to promote socio-economic, cultural and diplomatic development, acting as a bridge between the two continents.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" >Index<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1e73be;color:#1e73be\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/acia-association-cooperation-italia-africa\/#Missione_e_Obiettivi\" title=\"Mission and Objectives\">Mission and Objectives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/acia-association-cooperation-italia-africa\/#Struttura_e_Governance\" title=\"Structure and Governance\">Structure and Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/acia-association-cooperation-italia-africa\/#Iniziative_e_Collaborazioni\" title=\"Initiatives and Collaborations\">Initiatives and Collaborations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/acia-association-cooperation-italia-africa\/#Impatto_e_Visione_Futura\" title=\"Impact and Future Vision\">Impact and Future Vision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/acia-association-cooperation-italia-africa\/#Conclusioni\" title=\"Conclusions\">Conclusions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/acia-association-cooperation-italia-africa\/#STATUTO\" title=\"STATUTE\">STATUTE<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Missione_e_Obiettivi\"><\/span><strong>Mission and Objectives<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ACIA commits itself to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li><strong>Promoting sustainable development<\/strong>: Fighting poverty, supporting youth and children, and fostering leadership, peace and security through targeted projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fostering economic partnerships<\/strong>: Creating a platform for collaborations between Italian and African companies, organising events such as the&nbsp;<em>'Africa Investment Days'<\/em>&nbsp;and economic forums on both continents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strengthening cultural and diplomatic ties<\/strong>Promoting twinning, institutional relations and initiatives such as 'parish diplomacy' to foster intercultural dialogue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Supporting the 2030 Agenda<\/strong>Collaborate on international cooperation projects focused on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on education, health and technological innovation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Struttura_e_Governance\"><\/span><strong>Structure and Governance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Decision-making bodies<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>General Assembly<\/strong>This is the supreme body that meets every two years to deliberate on activities, renew the Executive Council and appoint honorary members.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National Executive Office (BEN)<\/strong>Composed of 4 members elected for a 2-year term, renewable, led by the <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>President Dr. OUEDRAOGO Boukary, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secretary General Louis Michel Nekam <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treasurer DALMEIDA POMPEO.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Members<\/strong>: Includes&nbsp;<em>active members<\/em>&nbsp;(with voting rights) and&nbsp;<em>honorary members<\/em>&nbsp;(exempt from membership fees), with voluntary and free membership.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Iniziative_e_Collaborazioni\"><\/span><strong>Initiatives and Collaborations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Economic forums<\/strong>: In November 2024, ACIA organised a forum to connect Italian companies with African business delegations, focusing on agribusiness and investment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Participation in institutional events<\/strong>: He cooperates with Italian institutions such as the Municipality of Rieti, where he met Mayor Sinibaldi to discuss trade exchanges within the&nbsp;<em>Mattei Plan<\/em>promoted by the Italian government for cooperation with Africa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>International synergies<\/strong>Affiliated to AEDIC Consulting, a network that supports investments in Africa with tax benefits and expert advice, ACIA benefits from bilateral partnerships for development projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impatto_e_Visione_Futura\"><\/span><strong>Impact and Future Vision<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ACIA is part of the&nbsp;<strong>Mattei Plan<\/strong>, an Italian strategy that aims to consolidate cooperation with Africa through investments in infrastructure, education and the green economy 89. The association aims to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Expanding twinning between Italian and African cities, as demonstrated by the invitation to participate in the World Chilli Pepper Fair in Rieti in 2025 4.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promoting a model of 'non-predatory' cooperation based on mutual respect and fair exchange of expertise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tackling global challenges such as irregular migration by focusing on local development and vocational training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusioni\"><\/span><strong>Conclusions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ACIA is a key player in the Italian-African cooperation landscape<\/strong>combining economic pragmatism, social commitment and cultural sensitivity. With a solid structure and an SDG-oriented vision, the association positions itself as a catalyst for a future of shared growth, responding to the needs of both continents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For further details on activities or collaborations, please consult the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/acia-association-cooperation-italia-africa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">statutory documents<\/a>&nbsp;or contact the organisation directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"STATUTO\"><\/span><strong>STATUT<\/strong>O<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TITLE 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chapter 1: Constitution, name, duration, seat <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 1: <\/strong>In accordance with Law No. 064-2015\/CNT of 20 October 2015 on Freedom of Association, an association under Burkinabe law was created.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An association under Burkinab\u00e9 law called:<strong> ITALY AFRICA COOPERATION ASSOCIATION in short ACIA.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 2:<\/strong> This association is apolitical, secular, non-profit and not<br>denominational. Any form of discrimination is forbidden within it,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 3:<\/strong> The duration of the association is unlimited,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 4:<\/strong> The headquarters of the association is in Ouagadougou and can be transferred to any other place in the national territory by decision of the majority of its members,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chapter II: Aims, Objectives<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 5<\/strong>: The ultimate goal of the association is to promote cooperation between trade associations.<br>the peoples of Africa and Italy through multifaceted assistance,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 6<\/strong>The association pursues the following objectives<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+ Supporting the socio-economic development of young people, combating poverty, promoting the well-being of children and adolescents.<br>Support the socio-economic development of young people, fight poverty, promote leadership, peace and security;<br>+ Establish an economic partnership platform between Africa and Italy;<br>+ Promoting parish diplomacy, twinning and cultural relations between Africa and Italy.<br>Promoting diplomatic relations, twinning and cultural relations between Africa and Italy;<br>+ Establish an international centre of expertise, consular support for the implementation of<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Establish an international centre of expertise, advisory support for the implementation of international decentralised cooperation projects focused on the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>= Organising national and international events with high added value for investment promotion in Africa.<br>Investment promotion in Africa <strong>'Africa Investment Days'<\/strong>as well as organising economic forums in Italy and Africa,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chapter III: Rights and Duties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 7:<\/strong> Each member of the association has the right :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+ Express their opinion on the life and activities of the Association;<br>Hold a membership card;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+ To be informed about the life and activities of the Association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+ Being an elector and eligible for election to the Executive Board (EB);<br>+ Resign from the association at will.<br>Article &amp;: Every member of the Association has a duty:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+ Participating in meetings and general assemblies of the association;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+ Actively participate in association activities;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+ Pay membership fees and monthly dues;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+ Observe discipline and respect the fundamental texts of the Vassociation;<br>- Respect the decisions or sanctions taken by the General Assembly (GA);<br>+ Defending the image and interests of the Association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 9: <\/strong>Any natural or legal person working in the field of culture and development<br>development, enjoying all his mental faculties, his civil rights, and having reached the age of<br>civil rights, and having reached the age of civil majority, without distinction of age, sex<br>ethnicity or religion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Membership is individual, free and voluntary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 10: <\/strong>Loss of membership status occurs due to<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A member's resignation must be addressed in writing to the President of the Association;<br>The death of the partner;<br>Removal of the member for serious reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 11:<\/strong> The association consists of active and honorary members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+ Active or adhering members are those who are in good standing with their membership and payment of dues.<br>and actively participate in the association's activities and other meetings.<br>They have the right to vote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An honorary member is a person designated as such by the General Assembly.<br>as such. Honorary members are exempt from paying membership fees and do not have voting rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 12:<\/strong> The organs of the association are<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+ The General Assembly ;<br>+ The National Executive Office;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 13:<\/strong> The General Assembly<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The General Assembly is the supreme organ of the association. It brings together all members of the association and meets once a year.<br>members of the association and meets in ordinary session every two years, or during the first working session.<br>The General Assembly is convened by the President of the Association. It is convened by the President of the National Council.<br>National Executive Committee (NEB).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It examines and deliberates on the items on the agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It proceeds to the renewal of the Executive Council at the end of its term.<br>mandate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imposing sanctions on members, appointing honorary members<br>councillors, deliberates on items on the agenda and also elects the auditors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Decisions of the General Assembly are taken by absolute majority. In the event of a tie, the vote of the President prevails.<br>of votes, the President's vote is decisive;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It will meet in extraordinary session at the request of two thirds (2\/3) of the active members in good standing in the event of an emergency or according to its own agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Article 14:<\/strong> The National Executive Bureau (BEN) is chaired by its president. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It consists of four (04) members elected by the General Assembly by vote and show of hands or by secret ballot or by simple majority of those voting for a two (02) year term, renewable for a second (02) year renewable term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Presentazione di ACIA \u2013 Associazione di Cooperazione Italia Africa L\u2019ACIA (Associazione di Cooperazione Italia Africa)&nbsp;\u00e8 un\u2019organizzazione no-profit, apartitica e laica, fondata nel rispetto della legge burkinab\u00e9 n. 064-2015\/CNT, con l\u2019obiettivo di rafforzare i legami tra l\u2019Italia e il continente africano attraverso progetti di cooperazione multilaterale. 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