Board Members sought for NW PA Pride Alliance, Inc

from NW PA Pride Alliance Board of Directors

NWPA Pride Alliance is looking for applicants to fill positions with our board of directors, as well as establish a volunteer corps to assist with event set up and advisory panel. NWPA Pride Alliance is seeking to diversify its membership to best address the needs of the LGBT community, persons of all sexual orientations, gender identifications, marital status, ethnic backgrounds and educational experiences are welcome to apply. All positions are unpaid, volunteer positions. We are looking for people who want to become more involved with the LGBT community, working with our members to extend outreach to the community as a whole.

Board members organize events within the community, represent the LGBT community at local events, and work with local businesses and organizations to raise awareness of LGBT issues. Board members meet monthly and additionally as needed in preparation for specific events.

Volunteer corps members will work with the board to set up, staff and tear down following public events such as the Millcreek July 4th Parade, Pride Fest, Candidate Forums etc. Volunteer corps meetings will be on an as needed basis specific to each event. If someone is unavailable for full board membership, volunteer corps participation is an excellent way to stay involved.

Advisory panel members are to provide guidance for the board of directors in specific matters upon request. Meetings will be as needed and may be irregular. Specific areas of expertise being sought are accounting, legal counselor, community education, publicity, medical backgrounds and non profit administration. The board or directors will seek advice from the advisory panel on issues as they arise.

If you are interested, please send a resume that outlines your experience and qualifications by Saturday, November 29 to president@nwpapride.org or NW PA Pride Alliance Inc., 1115 W 7th St, Erie PA 16502. All resumes will be considered, please note if you wish to apply for membership to the board of directors, advisory panel or volunteer corps. You can only hold oneof these position, but you may apply for more than one.