Nominations for District Director Elections Commence Next Week
BVA is pleased to announce the elections for Directors of Districts 2 and 4. As outlined in Article 6 of the BVA National Bylaws, these crucial roles represent the voices and needs of members residing in their respective districts.
Who can run?
- Membership Matters: You must be a BVA member residing within the territorial boundaries of District 2 or District 4.
- Passion and Commitment: You are passionate about advocating for blind and low vision veterans with a commitment to serve a three-year term in office.
- Leadership Potential: You possess strong leadership skills and a vision for your district as part of the larger BVA community.
What are the key dates and steps?
- Nominations Open: February 1, 2024
- Nominations Close: March 1, 2024
- Candidate Requirements:
- Submit a one-page biographical sketch for nomination by February 28, 2024.
- Participate in two virtual candidate town halls in April.
- Elections: May 2024 (hybrid format: online, phone, paper)
- For Complete Details and Guidelines: Refer to Article 6 of the BVA National Bylaws or visit BVA.org.
Why get involved?
- As District Director, you will:
- Advocate for the interests of your district on the BVA National Board of Directors.
- Foster communication and collaboration among members within your district.
- Oversee regional BVA activities and events.
- Help shape BVA’s future and its impact on blind and low vision veterans.
For more information or to submit a nomination, please visit BVA.org or contact membership@bva.org.