Group: National Board
Who is on the Executive Committee?
The Executive Committee is a committee of the National Board made up of no more than 11 members, including: The President (Kathy Hopinkah Hannan) The First Vice President (Sharon H. Matthews) The Second Vice President (Jeanne Kwong Bickford)…
Read More »Who sets the agenda for the National Council Session?
The National Board determines the agenda for the session. Source: Convention 101 Webinar (PDF)
Read More »Can you nominate someone from the floor for the National Board?
Yes – Nominations may be made from the floor of the National Council Session provided that notice of such nomination and written consent to serve by the nominee(s) shall have been provided to the President and the Chair…
Read More »How do you nominate someone for the National Board of Directors?
The National Board slate is determined by the National Board Development Committee.* Current information about how to nominate someone for the National Board of Directors could not be found on the GSUSA website. However, here is a referral…
Read More »What does the National Board Development Committee do?
The National Board Development Committee is elected by National Delegates and is made up of both National Board and non-board members. It recruits, identifies, and recommends potential National Board members, and it also oversees the National Board’s development…
Read More »Who can submit proposals?
Local councils and the National Board of Directors can submit proposals for NCS consideration. Proposals by local councils require the approval of the council’s board of directors. Source: Constitution/ARTICLE VI PROPOSALS TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL/ORIGIN OF 1.
Read More »How do proposals get on the National Council Session agenda?
The National Board of Directors recommends and determines which proposals will be added to the NCS agenda. However, if a proposal is supported by 15% (for a total of 17) of all councils, the proposal must be approved….
Read More »How long does a National Board member’s term last?
For three years starting at the time they are installed after election at the National Council Session, and it ends when their successors are installed. Source: Constitution under ARTICLE X/NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS/ELECTION OF MEMBERS TERMS
Read More »What powers does the National Board have?
The National Board is authorized to: Determine time and place of National Council Session1 Call a special meeting (majority of members required)2 Create proposals to be acted upon by the National Council3 Determine deadline for proposals4 Determine what…
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