Greetings!
Inclusiv (formerly the National Federation of Community Development Credit Unions) is seeking passionate, committed and thoughtful candidates for its Board of Directors. As members in good standing of Inclusiv, we urge you to consider nominating yourself or another qualified candidate for this leadership position. This is a unique opportunity to join the industry's leading voice for low-income and CDFI credit unions.
The nominations deadline is Tuesday, June 25, 2019, and elections will take place beginning Wednesday, July 24, 2019. Election results will be announced at the 2019 Inclusiv Conference on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 in Los Angeles, CA. All candidates seeking election are expected to attend the meeting in person.
2019 Board elections will be held in the following regions:
- Region 1- (North East). One (1) Regional Director position is up for election (three year-term).
- Region 2- (South East). One (1) Regional Director position is up for election (three year-term).
- Region 3- (Mid-West). One (1) Regional Director position is up for election (three year-term).
- Region 4- (West). One (1) Regional Director position is up for election (three year-term).
- At-Large- (National). One (1) At-Large Director position is up for election (three year-term).
About Inclusiv
At Inclusiv, we believe that true financial inclusion and empowerment is a fundamental right. We dedicate ourselves to closing the gaps and removing barriers to financial opportunities for people living in distressed and underserved communities. Inclusiv is a certified CDFI intermediary that transforms local progress into lasting national change. We provide capital, make connections, build capacity, develop innovative products and services and advocate for our member community development credit unions (CDCUs). Inclusiv members serve over eight million residents of low-income urban, rural and reservation-based communities across the US and hold over $92 billion in community-controlled assets. Founded in 1974, Inclusiv is headquartered in New York, NY, with offices in Madison, WI and Atlanta, GA.
Qualifications for the Board
Inclusiv serves and represents diverse credit unions and communities across the country. Inclusiv strives for demographic, institutional, and skill set diversity on its board of directors.
Ideal board candidates include individuals who:
- Are actively engaged in the CDCU, credit union, and/or community development movements
- Serve as an official of a well-performing credit union
- Have a demonstrated commitment to Inclusiv's mission and values
- Are familiar with the operation of a charitable 501(c)(3) organization and/or trade association
- Have the capacity to attend meetings and participate in board activities
Responsibilities of Board Members
Board members' primary duties are to provide leadership and governance for Inclusiv; contribute expertise and resources; actively participate in at least one committee; promote the organization within and beyond the credit union field; and represent and support member CDCUs.
Board positions are voluntary, and members serve three year terms. Directors are expected to attend three board meetings annually, as well as the Annual Conference and Member Business Meeting. Board members actively participate in committees and represent Inclusiv in their regions throughout the year.
Click here for the list of current Board members.
Click here for the 2019 Nomination Form and Questionnaire.
Please send nominations to Pamela Owens, SVP of Organizational Development and Capacity Building, at powens@inclusiv.org, or by fax to 212-809-3274 or by regular post to Inclusiv, 39 Broadway, Suite 2140, New York, NY 10006.
Sincerely,
Shasta Leininger
Chair, Governance Committee