Volunteer: Board Member, PresidentMission Statement: The Lunar Doula Collective seeks to provide emotional, physical, and informational support free of charge to those undergoing miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy termination in Southeast Michigan. LDC strives to honor the reproductive justice framework by creating a nonjudgmental space in which sexual and reproductive health equity is essential for all human beings regardless of sexual, racial, and gender identities.
Position Details: Job Description: LDC is seeking a board member to serve as President to help this young nonprofit organization further its mission of providing compassionate support to those experiencing pregnancy loss and termination procedures throughout southeast Michigan. In addition to carrying out general responsibilities of a Board Member, the responsibilities of the President include: Leadership, governance, and oversight of the nonprofit organization, Board of Directors, and Executive Director Partnering with the Executive Director in achieving LDC’s mission and focusing the board on mission accomplishment and outcomes Providing leadership to the Board of Directors, setting the tone and culture of LDC’s volunteer peer group and working to engage the board in project outcomes Helping guide and mediate board actions with respect to organizational priorities and governance concerns Playing a leading role in fundraising events; sets example for annual giving by the board and tracks compliance with giving policies for the board Helps to determine how the board will track mission outcomes Evaluating the performance of the Executive Director, the effectiveness of the board members, and the performance of the organization in achieving its mission
Expectations: Leading and Mentoring the Executive Director and Board of Directors Board Attendance and Sharing of Expertise Fundraising Advocacy and Networking Showcasing LDC in the Community Donor Cultivation Events Building Support Building the Board Recruiting and Hiring a new Executive Director
The Board President will serve for a two-year term from the effective date
Time Commitment Requirement: LDC’s current status as a newly-formed organization requires a working board committed to helping grow the organization. As such, board members will be asked to commit 10-15 hours monthly to their board duties, including monthly board meetings with an average of 2 hours per meeting, and be available for calls with the Executive Director for a minimum of 1 hour per month.
Qualifications: LDC Board Members must demonstrate passion for and commitment to LDC’s goals of promoting the Reproductive Justice Framework. Due to LDC’s work to support communities throughout southeast Michigan, a candidate with connections to Michigan is ideal. A candidate with experience in nonprofit organization and development is preferred. The ideal Board President Candidate will be: A proven leader with experience in the nonprofit/public health sector and with knowledge of best practices in serving diverse underserved populations A seasoned professional and experienced manager who knows how to recruit, coach, and develop members for nonprofit board of directors An exceptional relationship builder who can quickly gain the confidence of community partners, stakeholders, and potential donors A passionate advocate for bodily autonomy and birthing rights of all individuals, with knowledge of social and emotional needs of those experiencing pregnancy loss, including an understanding of and commitment to addressing barriers and health disparities that exist for those seeking reproductive health resources Able to promote LDC programs through developing strong and sustainable partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, raising public and private funds as needed Dynamic and versatile, able to engage a variety of stakeholders in dialogue and speak in a clear, compelling, and authentic manner about LDC’s goals and priorities and the Board of Directors’ decision-making processes and plans toward meeting themHow to apply Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter detailing their commitment to LDC's mission to lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Feel free to reach out to us with any questions at lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Agency: Lunar Doula Collective Mission Statement: The Lunar Doula Collective seeks to provide emotional, physical, and informational support free of charge to those undergoing miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy termination in Southeast Michigan. LDC strives to honor the reproductive justice framework by creating a nonjudgmental space in which sexual and reproductive health equity is essential for all human beings regardless of sexual, racial, and gender identities.
Position Details: Job Description: LDC is seeking a board member to serve as President to help this young nonprofit organization further its mission of providing compassionate support to those experiencing pregnancy loss and termination procedures throughout southeast Michigan. In addition to carrying out general responsibilities of a Board Member, the responsibilities of the President include: Leadership, governance, and oversight of the nonprofit organization, Board of Directors, and Executive Director Partnering with the Executive Director in achieving LDC’s mission and focusing the board on mission accomplishment and outcomes Providing leadership to the Board of Directors, setting the tone and culture of LDC’s volunteer peer group and working to engage the board in project outcomes Helping guide and mediate board actions with respect to organizational priorities and governance concerns Playing a leading role in fundraising events; sets example for annual giving by the board and tracks compliance with giving policies for the board Helps to determine how the board will track mission outcomes Evaluating the performance of the Executive Director, the effectiveness of the board members, and the performance of the organization in achieving its mission
Expectations: Leading and Mentoring the Executive Director and Board of Directors Board Attendance and Sharing of Expertise Fundraising Advocacy and Networking Showcasing LDC in the Community Donor Cultivation Events Building Support Building the Board Recruiting and Hiring a new Executive Director
The Board President will serve for a two-year term from the effective date
Time Commitment Requirement: LDC’s current status as a newly-formed organization requires a working board committed to helping grow the organization. As such, board members will be asked to commit 10-15 hours monthly to their board duties, including monthly board meetings with an average of 2 hours per meeting, and be available for calls with the Executive Director for a minimum of 1 hour per month.
Qualifications: LDC Board Members must demonstrate passion for and commitment to LDC’s goals of promoting the Reproductive Justice Framework. Due to LDC’s work to support communities throughout southeast Michigan, a candidate with connections to Michigan is ideal. A candidate with experience in nonprofit organization and development is preferred. The ideal Board President Candidate will be: A proven leader with experience in the nonprofit/public health sector and with knowledge of best practices in serving diverse underserved populations A seasoned professional and experienced manager who knows how to recruit, coach, and develop members for nonprofit board of directors An exceptional relationship builder who can quickly gain the confidence of community partners, stakeholders, and potential donors A passionate advocate for bodily autonomy and birthing rights of all individuals, with knowledge of social and emotional needs of those experiencing pregnancy loss, including an understanding of and commitment to addressing barriers and health disparities that exist for those seeking reproductive health resources Able to promote LDC programs through developing strong and sustainable partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, raising public and private funds as needed Dynamic and versatile, able to engage a variety of stakeholders in dialogue and speak in a clear, compelling, and authentic manner about LDC’s goals and priorities and the Board of Directors’ decision-making processes and plans toward meeting themHow to apply Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter detailing their commitment to LDC's mission to lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Feel free to reach out to us with any questions at lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Agency: Lunar Doula Collective Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 48109 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Board Member, TreasurerMission Statement: The Lunar Doula Collective seeks to provide emotional, physical, and informational support free of charge to those undergoing miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy termination in Southeast Michigan. LDC strives to honor the reproductive justice framework by creating a nonjudgmental space in which sexual and reproductive health equity is essential for all human beings regardless of sexual, racial, and gender identities.
Position Details: Job Description: LDC is seeking a board member to serve as Treasurer to help this young nonprofit organization further its mission of providing compassionate support to those experiencing pregnancy loss and termination procedures throughout southeast Michigan. In addition to carrying out general responsibilities of a Board Member, the responsibilities of the Treasurer include: Providing the Executive Director and the Board of Directors with an account of the financial condition of LDC on a quarterly basis Assisting in the preparation of the annual budget as well as monitoring the budget Ensuring best practices are employed to support financial integrity and organizational stability, including ensuring that appropriate policies and procedures exist for collection of money, deposits, reconciliation of bank statements Keeping accurate books and records of corporate receipts and disbursements; Completing all required corporate filings Overseeing the annual financial audit of the corporation and other audits of corporate records and finances Performing all duties relevant to the office and other duties assigned by the President
Expectations: Maintaining Nonprofit Financial Records Board Attendance and Sharing of Expertise Fundraising Advocacy and Networking Showcasing LDC in the Community Donor Cultivation Events Building Support Building the Board Recruiting and Hiring a new Executive DirectorLength of Term: The Board Treasurer will serve for a two-year term from the effective date
Time Commitment Requirement: LDC’s current status as a newly-formed organization requires a working board committed to helping grow the organization. As such, board members will be asked to commit 10-15 hours monthly to their board duties, including monthly board meetings with an average of 2 hours per meeting, and will be available for calls with the Executive Director for a minimum of 1 hour per month.
Qualifications: LDC Board Members must demonstrate passion for and commitment to LDC’s goals of promoting the Reproductive Justice Framework. Due to LDC’s work to support communities throughout southeast Michigan, a candidate with connections to Michigan is ideal. A candidate with experience in business, government, philanthropy, and/or nonprofit organization and development is preferred. The ideal Board Treasurer Candidate will have the following qualifications: Professional experience with significant executive leadership accomplishments in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector A commitment to and understanding of LDC’s beneficiaries Knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices, including creating a budget, keeping a general ledger, and making deposits An understanding of and experience with good financial management and reporting practices A professional accounting designation is a plus An appreciation of the kind and level of financial information needed at a board level to support decision making Ethical decision making when it comes to handling monetary funds, obtaining donations, and checking accounting records for errors or fraud A passion for advocating for bodily autonomy and birthing rights of all individuals, with knowledge of social and emotional needs of those experiencing pregnancy loss, including an understanding of and commitment to addressing barriers and health disparities that exist for those seeking reproductive health resources Able to promote LDC programs through developing strong and sustainable partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, raising public and private funds as neededHow to apply Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter detailing their commitment to LDC's mission to lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Feel free to reach out to us with any questions at lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Agency: Lunar Doula Collective Mission Statement: The Lunar Doula Collective seeks to provide emotional, physical, and informational support free of charge to those undergoing miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy termination in Southeast Michigan. LDC strives to honor the reproductive justice framework by creating a nonjudgmental space in which sexual and reproductive health equity is essential for all human beings regardless of sexual, racial, and gender identities.
Position Details: Job Description: LDC is seeking a board member to serve as Treasurer to help this young nonprofit organization further its mission of providing compassionate support to those experiencing pregnancy loss and termination procedures throughout southeast Michigan. In addition to carrying out general responsibilities of a Board Member, the responsibilities of the Treasurer include: Providing the Executive Director and the Board of Directors with an account of the financial condition of LDC on a quarterly basis Assisting in the preparation of the annual budget as well as monitoring the budget Ensuring best practices are employed to support financial integrity and organizational stability, including ensuring that appropriate policies and procedures exist for collection of money, deposits, reconciliation of bank statements Keeping accurate books and records of corporate receipts and disbursements; Completing all required corporate filings Overseeing the annual financial audit of the corporation and other audits of corporate records and finances Performing all duties relevant to the office and other duties assigned by the President
Expectations: Maintaining Nonprofit Financial Records Board Attendance and Sharing of Expertise Fundraising Advocacy and Networking Showcasing LDC in the Community Donor Cultivation Events Building Support Building the Board Recruiting and Hiring a new Executive DirectorLength of Term: The Board Treasurer will serve for a two-year term from the effective date
Time Commitment Requirement: LDC’s current status as a newly-formed organization requires a working board committed to helping grow the organization. As such, board members will be asked to commit 10-15 hours monthly to their board duties, including monthly board meetings with an average of 2 hours per meeting, and will be available for calls with the Executive Director for a minimum of 1 hour per month.
Qualifications: LDC Board Members must demonstrate passion for and commitment to LDC’s goals of promoting the Reproductive Justice Framework. Due to LDC’s work to support communities throughout southeast Michigan, a candidate with connections to Michigan is ideal. A candidate with experience in business, government, philanthropy, and/or nonprofit organization and development is preferred. The ideal Board Treasurer Candidate will have the following qualifications: Professional experience with significant executive leadership accomplishments in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector A commitment to and understanding of LDC’s beneficiaries Knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices, including creating a budget, keeping a general ledger, and making deposits An understanding of and experience with good financial management and reporting practices A professional accounting designation is a plus An appreciation of the kind and level of financial information needed at a board level to support decision making Ethical decision making when it comes to handling monetary funds, obtaining donations, and checking accounting records for errors or fraud A passion for advocating for bodily autonomy and birthing rights of all individuals, with knowledge of social and emotional needs of those experiencing pregnancy loss, including an understanding of and commitment to addressing barriers and health disparities that exist for those seeking reproductive health resources Able to promote LDC programs through developing strong and sustainable partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, raising public and private funds as neededHow to apply Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter detailing their commitment to LDC's mission to lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Feel free to reach out to us with any questions at lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Agency: Lunar Doula Collective Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 48109 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Board Member, SecretaryMission Statement: The Lunar Doula Collective seeks to provide emotional, physical, and informational support free of charge to those undergoing miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy termination in Southeast Michigan. LDC strives to honor the reproductive justice framework by creating a nonjudgmental space in which sexual and reproductive health equity is essential for all human beings regardless of sexual, racial, and gender identities.
Position Details: Job Description: LDC is seeking a board member to serve as Secretary to help this young nonprofit organization further its mission of providing compassionate support to those experiencing pregnancy loss and termination procedures throughout southeast Michigan. In addition to carrying out general responsibilities of a Board Member, the responsibilities of the Secretary includes: Maintaining records of the board and ensuring effective management of organization’s records, including ensuring that all minutes are available upon request Managing minutes of board meetings, executive sessions, and special meetings Ensuring distribution of meeting minutes to other board members for review Manage LDC’s calendar, specifically documenting key deadlines and keeping board members apprised of deadlines to ensure they are met Performing other public relations and communication services for the benefit of LDC and its programs
Expectations: Maintaining Board Records Board Attendance and Sharing of Expertise Fundraising Advocacy and Networking Showcasing LDC in the Community Donor Cultivation Events Building Support Building the Board Recruiting and Hiring a new Executive Director
Length of Term: The Board Secretary will serve for a two-year term from the effective date
Time Commitment Requirement: LDC’s current status as a newly-formed organization requires a working board committed to helping grow the organization. As such, board members will be asked to commit 10-15 hours monthly to their board duties, including monthly board meetings with an average of 2 hours per meeting, and will be available for calls with the Executive Director for a minimum of 1 hour per month.
Qualifications: LDC Board Members must demonstrate passion for and commitment to LDC’s goals of promoting the Reproductive Justice Framework. Due to LDC’s work to support communities throughout southeast Michigan, a candidate with connections to Michigan is ideal. A candidate with experience in business administration, government, philanthropy, and/or nonprofit organization and development is preferred. The ideal Board Secretary Candidate will have the following qualifications: Professional experience with significant executive leadership accomplishments in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector Experience providing administrative and organizational support to executive level members Exceptional record-keeping and communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong ability to coordinate communications between diverse community partners, stakeholders, and potential donors Maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information A passion for advocating for bodily autonomy and birthing rights of all individuals, with knowledge of social and emotional needs of those experiencing pregnancy loss, including an understanding of and commitment to addressing barriers and health disparities that exist for those seeking reproductive health resources Able to promote LDC programs through developing strong and sustainable partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, raising public and private funds as neededHow to apply Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter detailing their commitment to LDC's mission to lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Feel free to reach out to us with any questions at lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Agency: Lunar Doula Collective Mission Statement: The Lunar Doula Collective seeks to provide emotional, physical, and informational support free of charge to those undergoing miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy termination in Southeast Michigan. LDC strives to honor the reproductive justice framework by creating a nonjudgmental space in which sexual and reproductive health equity is essential for all human beings regardless of sexual, racial, and gender identities.
Position Details: Job Description: LDC is seeking a board member to serve as Secretary to help this young nonprofit organization further its mission of providing compassionate support to those experiencing pregnancy loss and termination procedures throughout southeast Michigan. In addition to carrying out general responsibilities of a Board Member, the responsibilities of the Secretary includes: Maintaining records of the board and ensuring effective management of organization’s records, including ensuring that all minutes are available upon request Managing minutes of board meetings, executive sessions, and special meetings Ensuring distribution of meeting minutes to other board members for review Manage LDC’s calendar, specifically documenting key deadlines and keeping board members apprised of deadlines to ensure they are met Performing other public relations and communication services for the benefit of LDC and its programs
Expectations: Maintaining Board Records Board Attendance and Sharing of Expertise Fundraising Advocacy and Networking Showcasing LDC in the Community Donor Cultivation Events Building Support Building the Board Recruiting and Hiring a new Executive Director
Length of Term: The Board Secretary will serve for a two-year term from the effective date
Time Commitment Requirement: LDC’s current status as a newly-formed organization requires a working board committed to helping grow the organization. As such, board members will be asked to commit 10-15 hours monthly to their board duties, including monthly board meetings with an average of 2 hours per meeting, and will be available for calls with the Executive Director for a minimum of 1 hour per month.
Qualifications: LDC Board Members must demonstrate passion for and commitment to LDC’s goals of promoting the Reproductive Justice Framework. Due to LDC’s work to support communities throughout southeast Michigan, a candidate with connections to Michigan is ideal. A candidate with experience in business administration, government, philanthropy, and/or nonprofit organization and development is preferred. The ideal Board Secretary Candidate will have the following qualifications: Professional experience with significant executive leadership accomplishments in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector Experience providing administrative and organizational support to executive level members Exceptional record-keeping and communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong ability to coordinate communications between diverse community partners, stakeholders, and potential donors Maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information A passion for advocating for bodily autonomy and birthing rights of all individuals, with knowledge of social and emotional needs of those experiencing pregnancy loss, including an understanding of and commitment to addressing barriers and health disparities that exist for those seeking reproductive health resources Able to promote LDC programs through developing strong and sustainable partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, raising public and private funds as neededHow to apply Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter detailing their commitment to LDC's mission to lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Feel free to reach out to us with any questions at lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Agency: Lunar Doula Collective Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 48109 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Board Member, Accountability DirectorMission Statement: The Lunar Doula Collective seeks to provide emotional, physical, and informational support free of charge to those undergoing miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy termination in Southeast Michigan. LDC strives to honor the reproductive justice framework by creating a nonjudgmental space in which sexual and reproductive health equity is essential for all human beings regardless of sexual, racial, and gender identities.
Position Details: Job Description: LDC is seeking a dedicated individual to serve on the board as an Accountability Director to help this young nonprofit organization further its mission of providing compassionate support to those experiencing pregnancy loss and termination procedures throughout southeast Michigan. In addition to general board member duties, responsibilities of the Accountability Director include: Responding to and investigating reports of misconduct in a timely, supportive, and professional manner Acting as a compassionate resource for reportees to discuss misconduct concerns surrounding individuals within LDC’s Core Team, LDC’s Volunteer Cohort and/or individuals externally associated with the organization Facilitating a nonjudgmental space in which individuals can easily report misconduct and can trust that their concerns are taken seriously Preparing and presenting reports to the Board regarding misconduct concerns Working with the rest of the Board to make decisions regarding misconduct concerns as quickly as is allowed by the investigation process Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism when discussing misconduct reports and making decisions regarding restoration Evaluating the effectiveness of misconduct reporting processes and working to ensure that future misconduct is prevented Consider policy proposals from other LDC staff and Board members regarding misconduct reporting and ethics to facilitate the continuous improvement of LDC guidelines
Expectations: Strong Empathy, Compassion and Ability to Maintain Confidentiality Board Attendance and Sharing of Expertise Fundraising Advocacy and Networking Showcasing LDC in the Community Donor Cultivation Events Building Support Building the Board Recruiting and Hiring a new Executive Director
General Board Members will serve for a two-year term from the effective date
Time Commitment Requirement: LDC’s current status as a newly-formed organization requires a working board committed to helping grow the organization. As such, board members will be asked to commit 10-15 hours monthly to their board duties, including monthly board meetings with an average of 2 hours per meeting, and will be available for calls with the Executive Director for a minimum of 1 hour per month.
Qualifications: LDC Board Members must demonstrate passion for and commitment to LDC’s goals of promoting the Reproductive Justice Framework. Due to LDC’s work to support communities throughout southeast Michigan, a candidate with connections to Michigan is ideal. A dedicated candidate with experience in social work, counseling, social action and/or nonprofit organization and development is preferred. An ideal Accountability Director Candidate will have the following qualifications: Professional experience as a social worker or counselor with skills directly related to effectively handling misconduct reporting A commitment to and understanding of guidelines outlined in the LDC Volunteer Handbook, specifically LDC’s requirements for Misconduct Reporting, Whistleblower Policies, and Code of Ethics Excellent listening and communication skills, with an understanding of the sensitive nature of LDC’s work and a strong commitment to advocating for vulnerable populations Experience with conflict resolution using the Restorative Justice approach A passionate advocate for bodily autonomy and reproductive rights of all individuals, with knowledge of social and emotional needs of those experiencing pregnancy loss, including an understanding of and commitment to addressing barriers and health disparities that exist for those seeking reproductive health resourcesHow to apply Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter detailing their commitment to LDC's mission to lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Feel free to reach out to us with any questions at lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Agency: Lunar Doula Collective Mission Statement: The Lunar Doula Collective seeks to provide emotional, physical, and informational support free of charge to those undergoing miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy termination in Southeast Michigan. LDC strives to honor the reproductive justice framework by creating a nonjudgmental space in which sexual and reproductive health equity is essential for all human beings regardless of sexual, racial, and gender identities.
Position Details: Job Description: LDC is seeking a dedicated individual to serve on the board as an Accountability Director to help this young nonprofit organization further its mission of providing compassionate support to those experiencing pregnancy loss and termination procedures throughout southeast Michigan. In addition to general board member duties, responsibilities of the Accountability Director include: Responding to and investigating reports of misconduct in a timely, supportive, and professional manner Acting as a compassionate resource for reportees to discuss misconduct concerns surrounding individuals within LDC’s Core Team, LDC’s Volunteer Cohort and/or individuals externally associated with the organization Facilitating a nonjudgmental space in which individuals can easily report misconduct and can trust that their concerns are taken seriously Preparing and presenting reports to the Board regarding misconduct concerns Working with the rest of the Board to make decisions regarding misconduct concerns as quickly as is allowed by the investigation process Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism when discussing misconduct reports and making decisions regarding restoration Evaluating the effectiveness of misconduct reporting processes and working to ensure that future misconduct is prevented Consider policy proposals from other LDC staff and Board members regarding misconduct reporting and ethics to facilitate the continuous improvement of LDC guidelines
Expectations: Strong Empathy, Compassion and Ability to Maintain Confidentiality Board Attendance and Sharing of Expertise Fundraising Advocacy and Networking Showcasing LDC in the Community Donor Cultivation Events Building Support Building the Board Recruiting and Hiring a new Executive Director
General Board Members will serve for a two-year term from the effective date
Time Commitment Requirement: LDC’s current status as a newly-formed organization requires a working board committed to helping grow the organization. As such, board members will be asked to commit 10-15 hours monthly to their board duties, including monthly board meetings with an average of 2 hours per meeting, and will be available for calls with the Executive Director for a minimum of 1 hour per month.
Qualifications: LDC Board Members must demonstrate passion for and commitment to LDC’s goals of promoting the Reproductive Justice Framework. Due to LDC’s work to support communities throughout southeast Michigan, a candidate with connections to Michigan is ideal. A dedicated candidate with experience in social work, counseling, social action and/or nonprofit organization and development is preferred. An ideal Accountability Director Candidate will have the following qualifications: Professional experience as a social worker or counselor with skills directly related to effectively handling misconduct reporting A commitment to and understanding of guidelines outlined in the LDC Volunteer Handbook, specifically LDC’s requirements for Misconduct Reporting, Whistleblower Policies, and Code of Ethics Excellent listening and communication skills, with an understanding of the sensitive nature of LDC’s work and a strong commitment to advocating for vulnerable populations Experience with conflict resolution using the Restorative Justice approach A passionate advocate for bodily autonomy and reproductive rights of all individuals, with knowledge of social and emotional needs of those experiencing pregnancy loss, including an understanding of and commitment to addressing barriers and health disparities that exist for those seeking reproductive health resourcesHow to apply Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter detailing their commitment to LDC's mission to lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Feel free to reach out to us with any questions at lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Agency: Lunar Doula Collective Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 48109 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Board Member, General MemberMission Statement: The Lunar Doula Collective seeks to provide emotional, physical, and informational support free of charge to those undergoing miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy termination in Southeast Michigan. LDC strives to honor the reproductive justice framework by creating a nonjudgmental space in which sexual and reproductive health equity is essential for all human beings regardless of sexual, racial, and gender identities.
Position Details: Job Description: LDC is seeking a dedicated individual to serve as a general board member to help this young nonprofit organization further its mission of providing compassionate support to those experiencing pregnancy loss and termination procedures throughout southeast Michigan. General responsibilities of a board member include: Advocating for the mission of LDC and working to promote current and future LDC programs related to pregnancy termination and pregnancy loss support Promoting LDC within the community to develop partnerships and gain funding Communicating with a variety of diverse stakeholders to discuss LDC’s goals, mission, and to identify gaps in care/support Using stakeholder/member/client feedback to inform improvement or implementation of LDC support programs Performing other duties as assigned by Board President or Executive Director
Expectations: Board Attendance and Sharing of Expertise Fundraising Advocacy and Networking Showcasing LDC in the Community Donor Cultivation Events Building Support Building the Board Recruiting and Hiring a new Executive Director
General Board Members will serve for a two-year term from the effective date
Time Commitment Requirement: LDC’s current status as a newly-formed organization requires a working board committed to helping grow the organization. As such, board members will be asked to commit 10-15 hours monthly to their board duties, including monthly board meetings with an average of 2 hours per meeting, and will be available for calls with the Executive Director for a minimum of 1 hour per month.
Qualifications: LDC Board Members must demonstrate passion for and commitment to LDC’s goals of promoting the Reproductive Justice Framework. Due to LDC’s work to support communities throughout southeast Michigan, a candidate with connections to Michigan is ideal. A dedicated candidate with experience in business, government, philanthropy, social action and/or nonprofit organization and development is preferred. An ideal Board Member Candidate will have the following qualifications: A commitment to and understanding of LDC’s programs, services, and goals A passionate advocate for bodily autonomy and reproductive rights of all individuals, with knowledge of social and emotional needs of those experiencing pregnancy loss, including an understanding of and commitment to addressing barriers and health disparities that exist for those seeking reproductive health resources Able to promote LDC programs through developing strong and sustainable relationships with internal and external stakeholders, raising public and private funds as needed Dynamic and versatile, able to engage a variety of stakeholders in dialogue and speak in a clear, compelling, and authentic manner about LDC’s goals and prioritiesHow to apply Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter detailing their commitment to LDC's mission to lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Feel free to reach out with any questions at lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Agency: Lunar Doula Collective Mission Statement: The Lunar Doula Collective seeks to provide emotional, physical, and informational support free of charge to those undergoing miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy termination in Southeast Michigan. LDC strives to honor the reproductive justice framework by creating a nonjudgmental space in which sexual and reproductive health equity is essential for all human beings regardless of sexual, racial, and gender identities.
Position Details: Job Description: LDC is seeking a dedicated individual to serve as a general board member to help this young nonprofit organization further its mission of providing compassionate support to those experiencing pregnancy loss and termination procedures throughout southeast Michigan. General responsibilities of a board member include: Advocating for the mission of LDC and working to promote current and future LDC programs related to pregnancy termination and pregnancy loss support Promoting LDC within the community to develop partnerships and gain funding Communicating with a variety of diverse stakeholders to discuss LDC’s goals, mission, and to identify gaps in care/support Using stakeholder/member/client feedback to inform improvement or implementation of LDC support programs Performing other duties as assigned by Board President or Executive Director
Expectations: Board Attendance and Sharing of Expertise Fundraising Advocacy and Networking Showcasing LDC in the Community Donor Cultivation Events Building Support Building the Board Recruiting and Hiring a new Executive Director
General Board Members will serve for a two-year term from the effective date
Time Commitment Requirement: LDC’s current status as a newly-formed organization requires a working board committed to helping grow the organization. As such, board members will be asked to commit 10-15 hours monthly to their board duties, including monthly board meetings with an average of 2 hours per meeting, and will be available for calls with the Executive Director for a minimum of 1 hour per month.
Qualifications: LDC Board Members must demonstrate passion for and commitment to LDC’s goals of promoting the Reproductive Justice Framework. Due to LDC’s work to support communities throughout southeast Michigan, a candidate with connections to Michigan is ideal. A dedicated candidate with experience in business, government, philanthropy, social action and/or nonprofit organization and development is preferred. An ideal Board Member Candidate will have the following qualifications: A commitment to and understanding of LDC’s programs, services, and goals A passionate advocate for bodily autonomy and reproductive rights of all individuals, with knowledge of social and emotional needs of those experiencing pregnancy loss, including an understanding of and commitment to addressing barriers and health disparities that exist for those seeking reproductive health resources Able to promote LDC programs through developing strong and sustainable relationships with internal and external stakeholders, raising public and private funds as needed Dynamic and versatile, able to engage a variety of stakeholders in dialogue and speak in a clear, compelling, and authentic manner about LDC’s goals and prioritiesHow to apply Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter detailing their commitment to LDC's mission to lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Feel free to reach out with any questions at lunardoulacollective@gmail.com Agency: Lunar Doula Collective Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 48109 Allow Groups: No |