N.Y.
Executive Law Section 323
Powers and duties
1.
To conduct research and undertake studies, particularly of an interdisciplinary or of a multi-disciplinary nature, into the causes of violence and other social conflicts, and peace and nonviolence theories, methods, techniques, programs and systems;2.
To develop programs to make research, education and training with respect to nonviolent conflict resolution more available and useful to persons in government, private enterprise, community groups and voluntary associations;3.
To conduct training, provide symposia and develop continuing education and research programs to promote skills in nonviolent conflict resolution;4.
To establish such divisions, programs, schools, and offices as the board deems appropriate to carry out the purposes of this article;5.
To enter into formal and informal relationships with other public or private institutions for purposes of fulfilling the goals of the institute not inconsistent with this article;6.
To establish a clearinghouse and develop and provide other programs and materials, including publications, handbooks, training manuals, and audio-visual materials, for disseminating information on the programs, studies, research, and training and educational opportunities, of the institute;7.
To enter into contracts;8.
To adopt, amend and alter by-laws, not inconsistent with the laws of the state of New York;9.
To charge and collect subscription and other participation costs and fees for its services, including publications, and courses of study;10.
The institute may sue and be sued, complain, and defend in any court of competent jurisdication; and11.
The institute may do any and all lawful acts and things necessary or desirable to carry out the objectives and purposes of this article.
Source:
Section 323 — Powers and duties, https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/EXC/323 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed May 4, 2024).
