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Now Accepting Nominations for the ACLU of Kentucky Board of Directors Print E-mail
Tuesday, October 4, 2011, 5:23 pm
 

The ACLU of Kentucky is seeking individuals interested in being nominated to run for the Board of Directors.  The Nominations Committee seeks candidates who are dedicated to the ACLU mission and willing to dedicate their time, talents and resources to help ACLU-KY achieve its mission and strategic priorities. ACLU-KY is committed to recruiting a board that is reflective of the diversity of the state. Our board culture is one of open dialogue with diverse perspectives committed to the vision of the organization.

Among the Board responsibilities and requirements are: 1) monitor progress toward goals; 2) develop, review and approve policies and budgets; 3) ensure adequate resources; 4) enhance the ACLU’s public image; 5) ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and financial standards; 6) monitor and evaluate programs and services; 7) support the Executive Director and provide a performance review; 8) attend 6 board meetings a year and the Annual Meeting; 9) participate on one board committee; 10) make a financial contribution according to one’s ability; 11) be a member of the ACLU.

Priority areas of expertise are in finance, budget management and fundraising. Individuals living in areas of the state outside Louisville and Lexington are of particular interest. Individuals representing various racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religious groups and those with disabilities are encouraged to consider nomination. Self-nominations will be accepted.

The terms for board members are three years with the opportunity for a second term. Elections will be held at the Annual Meeting in March of 2012. Submissions should include the following information: 1.) Nominee name; 2.) Nominee email address and telephone number 3.) Brief description of nominee’s qualifications (profession, community involvement, ACLU involvement (if applicable); 4) Nominator’s name, email address and telephone number

Please communicate to the nominee that a nomination does not ensure that a nominee will be selected as a candidate to run for election.  Submit nominations by November 1 , 2011 to:

Eleanor Self c/o ACLU-KY 315 Guthrie Street #300 Louisville, Ky. 40202 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it with “Board Nominee” in the subject line

 
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