Members of the Council

The Council of World Ombudsmen is currently vacant. The appointment is pending the next session of Parliament.

Nomination:

Members to compose the Council of World Ombudsmen are nominated by the House of Counsellors, with three nominees from each Continental Division of Earth.

Election:

One member of the Council is elected from each of five Continental Divisions by plurality vote of the three Houses of the World Parliament in joint session.

Term:

The term of office for a World Ombudsman is ten years. A World Ombudsman may serve two successive terms. The position of Principal World Ombudsman is rotated every two years. The order of rotation is determined by the Council of World Ombudsmen.

Qualification:

At least thirty years of age, at least five years legal experience, and education in law and other relevant education.