Duties of the national convention

The supreme authority of Alpha Phi Omega is the National Convention, held in even-numbered years. Each Chapter may send two voting delegates (plus as many non-voting delegates as possible). If only one delegate can be present from a Chapter, that delegate casts two votes. Proxy voting is not permitted. Absentee ballots cannot be cast.

In addition to Chapter delegates, each Member of the National Board of Directors has one vote at the National Convention. Also, each Region is entitled to one Alumni Voting Delegate.

The National Convention has a threefold purpose:

To enact legislation for the development and expansion of the Fraternity.
To create fellowship, promote exchange of ideas for service projects, and discuss Chapter operations among Brothers from across the nation.
To develop the leadership ability of the Brothers in attendance, through service on committees and participation in seminars and workshops.

The National Convention conducts its primary business by:

Receiving reports and recommendations from reference committees, including proposed amendments to the National Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws and Standard Chapter Articles of Association; suggestions for the time and place for the next National Convention; and proposed revisions to long-range goals.
Taking action resulting in adoption or rejection of proposed amendments; adoption of resolutions, selection of site and date for the next National Convention; and election of National Officers.