Children's Alliance Board Member Advocacy Council

The vision for the Board Member Advocacy Council is to have at our disposal a motivated pool of Board members who are up-to-date on critical issues facing the Alliance and are prepared at short notice to participate in activities on our behalf.  For instance, if we determine that the perspective of a volunteer Board member is needed to testify before a legislative Committee, we would have a number of people ready and prepared.  If we host an event or even a simple visit at a Children’s Alliance site or facility, we may determine that the presence of a Board member would be appropriate.  Continuous follow-up with the next Governor is certainly part of our current strategy and having experienced and prepared Board members to participate will be most effective.  These are just a few examples of how we can benefit from this Council.

We do not propose to have meetings on a regular basis.  Several planning meetings will be appropriate and periodic gatherings will contribute to the cohesion of the group, but we do not intend to add another series of time commitments to the already busy schedules of Board members.  We also do not want to monopolize the time and efforts of your most effective Board members who should otherwise be contributing more directly to your Board. 

For More Information Contact:

Michelle Sanborn

502-875-3399