Opportunities to Get More Involved in AWC

As we start to gear up for our annual conference in late August, it’s time to also start thinking about selecting new members to our all-volunteer board of directors. Board elections will take place during the annual business meeting on the last day of the conference. 

We have several opportunities available because quite a few standing board members are due to cycle off after their long and invaluable service to our members. Board involvement is a great way to network and build relationships with your fellow writers inside and outside the state, and -- because we have no paid professional staff -- it’s critical to the organization fulfillment of our mission to “engage and nurture a diverse community of Alabama writers.”

The following elected board positions are coming open for the next two-year term starting after the annual business meeting in August:

• Second Vice President (Membership Chair)

• Treasurer

• Alternate Treasurer

Please don’t let the term “elected” deter you from considering service in one of the roles above. Prospective board candidates typically run unopposed, and our nominating committee will guide the process toward “win-win” solutions all around. And outgoing board members are committed to making a smooth transition for their successors.

Article III of our amended bylaws describes these positions in more detail, but you can also feel free to contact AWC Board President TJ Beitelman if you’d like more information about a specific position.

We also have the following appointed (non-elected) position available:

• Publications Chair

Again, for more information or to express interest in serving in any of the positions above, please contact TJ Beitelman no later than June 1.