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Friends for a NonViolent World (FNVW) invites you to apply to join our Board of Directors! FNVW is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose programs work to promote and create peace and justice in our community by using the principles and practices of nonviolence to transform conflict and to address the root causes of violence. Application deadline is February 21, 2024.

FNVW’s Board of Directors is responsible for developing, defining and reviewing the organization’s mission and for providing overall leadership and strategic direction to the organization. Board Members are stewards of the organization’s vision, mission and resources. The Board actively sets policy, ensures that the organization has adequate resources to carry out its mission, provides direct oversight and direction for the executive director and the organization as a whole, and evaluates its own effectiveness as a governing body. The Board of Directors meets virtually once a month.

Principal Responsibilities
The Board members are responsible to the members and other stakeholders of FNVW. Specific responsibilities include:

● Strategic planning for the future of FNVW
● Providing the link between FNVW and its members and stakeholders
● Writing governing policies
● Guiding and monitoring the organization’s work
● Hiring, monitoring and evaluating the executive director

Expectations:

Board members are often volunteers, contributors or participants in FNVW programs, or individuals representing constituencies served by or of interest to FNVW, including Quaker meetings. Board members might also be someone previously unconnected with FNVW who could make significant contributions to the organization.

Board candidates are expected to:

● have a commitment to the mission and vision of the organization;
● be willing to work within a framework in which the board sets policy and supervises the executive director rather than overseeing day-to-day operations;
● visibly support the organization’s fundraising efforts;
● value diversity;
● attend and actively participate in Board meetings and activities;
● have or develop an awareness and understanding of the needs and wants of FNVW’s members and stakeholders;
● have demonstrated leadership abilities.

FNVW values a diversity of knowledge, skills, and abilities in its board members. Experience and skills in one or more of the following areas would be helpful: event planning, facilities, finance, fundraising, communications, volunteer management, personnel/human resources, research, and training. No board experience is necessary, but a willingness to learn is essential.

Other Details:

• Term Length - 2 years, with the option to serve additional terms

• Time Commitment - 4-6 hours per month (depending on areas of expertise, committee assignments, etc.)

The deadline for applications is February 21, 2024. Take the first step towards making a difference, and apply now!

Board members will review applications and invite candidates to meet to discuss Board membership. The Board of Directors will recommend a slate of candidates to fill a limited number of openings at FNVW's Annual Meeting on March 2nd, 2024. New Board members will begin their terms in March 2024. Please contact Board Chair, Mike Texler for more information: board@fnvw.org

Organizational Summary:

Friends for a NonViolent World (FNVW) works to promote and create peace and justice in our community by using the principles and practices of nonviolence to transform conflict and to address the root causes of violence. Our programs demonstrate the power of nonviolent action at personal, community and institutional levels.

FNVW is a Quaker-inspired organization that welcomes volunteers from all faith practices as well as volunteers with no religious orientation. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We encourage volunteer applications from individuals of all backgrounds and life experiences.