Thank you for your interest in joining the Board of Directors! The Board is a “working Board,” meaning that we do much more than meet periodically and vote on initiatives to be carried out by other people. Instead, as a Board, we are also responsible for carrying out some of the work of the organization. Download the one pager to learn more about the commitments, responsibilities, and expectations of serving on the Board.

 

 

Commitment
Overall, expect to spend 6 hours/month serving in your role on the Board of Directors, which fluctuates throughout the year. This includes:

● Bi-monthly Board meeting, 1 1⁄2 hours long

● One or two monthly committee meetings between 1 to 1 1⁄2 hours long (2 to 3 hours total)

● Regular time speaking at events or representing the organization in public meetings or through networking

 

● Tasks outside meetings, averaging 1 to 3 hours/month 

 

In addition to time commitments, all Board members must be committed to our values:
 

● Improving the world for people living with mental health conditions and their communities without contributing to stigmatization or marginalization;
 

● Using language and showing up in a way that leads to a welcoming and collaborative environment for all people regardless of mental health condition, race, ethnicity, gender identity, economic status, or any other identities that are often excluded or marginalized in society.