SVN BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION, MAR 10-24
Be part of something bigger.
For the first time ever, SVN is holding a member-voted board election. Here’s how you can get involved:
The Board of Directors Election is being held this March 10-24, 2025. Your participation in the election process is key to maintaining our success. It holds us accountable to the values we’ve founded ourselves on, and by voting, you’re helping SVN serve its members, communities, and beyond.
Here’s how you can get involved in the election process:
Join the Governance Working Group: A Short-Term Opportunity
We're seeking dedicated SVN members to join the Governance Working Group for a short-term commitment (now through April 2, 2025) to help guide SVN through our first-ever member-elected Board of Directors process. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a historic moment in SVN's evolution without requiring a long-term time commitment.
The recent passage of our new bylaws has established direct Board elections - a transformative shift in SVN's governance. The Governance Committee will play a crucial role in ensuring this transition reflects our values of transparency, inclusion, and member engagement.
Immediate Focus: Over the next 3 months, the working group will manage our first Board election process. Activities and key dates include:
Feb 4: Onboarding new committee members
Feb 4-9: Reviewing nominations and continued outreach
Feb 11: Scheduling nominees interviews
Feb 17-24: Conducting nominee interviews
Feb 25: Finalizing list of candidates
Interested members can contact Committee Chair, Dror Yaron, at dror@ethics.coach.
Nominate a candidate
Members are encouraged to nominate candidates for the Board by inviting them to fill out the application form by February 9, 2025.
Vote for candidates from March 10-24
Candidates for the Board of Directors will be announced by March 10th. When voting takes place from March 10-24, you can cast your ballot using the OpaVote platform.
SVN is entering an exciting new chapter, and we're seeking passionate individuals to help shape our future through a diverse Board of Directors. The past year has marked a remarkable renaissance, with our interim Board, Working Groups, and RISE participants breathing new life into our beloved organization.
Board members must maintain active SVN membership and commit to participating in both Board and broader SVN initiatives. You do not have to be a member today but must commit to joining before the first meeting of the new Board.
Submit your candidacy today!
Join SVN's Historic First Elected Board
How to Apply
1. Read the position description
2. Fill out the application form
3. Submit by February 9th, 2025
Key Dates
February 9: Nominations deadline
February 17-24: Nominee interviews
March 10-24: Members vote yes/no for each candidate using the OpaVote online platform
March 29: Candidates notified of election results, followed by public announcement
April 2: Formal transition Board meeting, the first meeting of the new board