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- Adults
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- Teamwork
Opportunity last updated: September 29th
Inclusion Lethbridge Board of Directors
Inclusion Lethbridge Association operates with a hybrid governance and advocacy Board.
Board Members share responsibility for the governance, strategic direction and stewardship of the Association while also taking an active role in advancing its mission through advocacy, community engagement and organizational initiatives.
This is an active working Board position. Attendance at Board meetings is an important part of the role, but Board service extends beyond meetings. Members are expected to contribute their time, skills, perspectives and effort throughout the year and to take responsibility for agreed-upon work.
The Board works collectively to ensure Inclusion Lethbridge Association remains mission-driven, accountable, financially responsible, sustainable and responsive to the priorities of people with developmental disabilities and their families.
Volunteer Duties
The Board is accountable to the Association’s membership and has responsibilities to the people and families it serves, funders, community partners and the broader community. Every Board Member shares responsibility for:
- The long-term direction and sustainability of the Association
- Responsible stewardship of financial and organizational resources
- Oversight of organizational performance and risk
- Oversight and support of the Executive Director
- Protecting the integrity, reputation and mission of Inclusion Lethbridge Association
- Advancing inclusion and advocating alongside people with developmental disabilities and their families
Board Members should demonstrate:
- Commitment to Inclusion Lethbridge Association’s mission and values
- Belief in the rights, dignity, choice and full inclusion of people with developmental disabilities
- Willingness to actively contribute rather than simply attend meetings
- Reliability and the capacity to fulfill commitments
- Curiosity and openness to learning
- Ability to work collaboratively and consider different perspectives.
- Willingness to participate in both governance and advocacy
- Sound judgment and respect for confidentiality
- Contributing meaningfully to the work required to move the organization forward
Age Requirements
18 years old or above
Other Requirements
Inclusion Lethbridge Association believes communities are stronger when people with developmental disabilities are welcomed, valued and able to participate as full citizens. The Board strives to reflect that commitment in both its work and its composition. We welcome Board Members with different backgrounds, abilities, experiences and perspectives and are committed to supporting meaningful participation in Board service.
The Board benefits from a range of skills and experiences, including:
- Lived experience of disability or family experience
- Advocacy and community development
- Governance and nonprofit leadership
- Finance and accounting
- Legal, policy or risk management
- Human resources
- Fund development and community partnerships
- Communications, marketing or public relations
- Government relations or public policy
- Strategic planning
- Business and organizational leadership
Previous Board experience is an asset but is not required.
Schedule
- Two year commitment required
Time Commitment
Continuing commitment
Type of Opportunity
Board Governance
Application Type
Advanced
Other Opportunities with Inclusion Lethbridge
Inclusion Lethbridge provides assistance and support to children and adults in Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta who have disabilities, and provides assistance to their families and allies with the goal of creating a more inclusive community, where people’s rights are respected and people are valued.
Individualized Support and Advocacy Volunteers assist Inclusion Lethbridge staff to provide support and advocacy to people with disabilities and their families. We support people to be fully included in their communities, with all the rights, benefits and responsibilities of citizenship, and to be treated with dignity and respect.
Inclusion Lethbridge volunteers are needed to fill 5-hour shifts in a variety of positions.
Few positions require experience or training, however, many are not in need of prior experience. Bingos require volunteers to be good at counting cash, walking around and interacting with players.
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Volunteers can sign up for up to 3 continuing commitment opportunities for immediate referrals. If you signed up for more than 3, a Volunteer Lethbridge staff member will connect with you before making new referrals.