FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Shelley O’Brien
202-827-9798
obrien@awis.org
Association for Women in Science Announces Call for Board Nominations
WASHINGTON DC, March 15, 2024 – The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) is accepting nominations for directors for the July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027 term. The 2024 AWIS Board Nominations cycle will conclude with an election to fill four director positions on the board. Anyone who would like to further the AWIS mission of gender equity is encouraged to apply.
“Joining the AWIS Board of Directors allows you to make an impact on the future of women in STEM. We’re looking for diverse candidates to bring a richness of perspectives, experiences, and skills that can drive innovation and success to AWIS’ members and community,” says AWIS CEO Meredith Gibson.
The Nominating and Governance Committee utilizes a competency and multi-representational model for board member selection. This year’s key competencies that are being prioritized include expertise in financial literacy, accounting, capital, and equity management, auditing, and financial expertise. Additionally, nominees with experience in strategic planning and foresight, legal and advocacy issues, STEM workforce knowledge, program development, fundraising, and experience fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are encouraged to apply.
Interested and qualified individuals should review the job description, expectations, and responsibilities. Applications must be submitted online by April 15, 2024. Applications will be reviewed by the nominating committee which is comprised of members of the existing AWIS board. The nominating committee will share the slate and members will have the opportunity to vote on May 17, 2024 through June 17, 2024. Voting results will be announced at the Member Town Hall at 3 p.m. ET on June 20, 2024. Terms begin July 1, 2024.
For more information, visit awis.org/call-for-nominations or contact awis@awis.org.
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About AWIS: Founded in 1971, AWIS has been the leading advocate for women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to achieve business growth, social change, and innovation. We are dedicated to driving excellence in STEM by achieving equity and full participation of women in all disciplines and across all employment sectors. In addition to scholarships, AWIS provides career resources, professional development, as well as networking, mentoring, and volunteer opportunities to build leadership skills. To learn more, visit awis.org and @AWISNational.