AVA Annual Meeting

Dear all,

We are excited to invite you to our Annual Meeting, scheduled on June 5, 2:00pm – 3:30pm (ET). This gathering will be a time for reflection, celebration, and envisioning our path forward.

Registration is required! Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/cSOKxDUZSSWt3F0Ltx9hJQ : After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

During the meeting, our Board members and Executive Director will share:

  • Highlights from the past year’s activities
  • Updates on our strategic planning process
  • Our vision and priorities for the upcoming year

We are also thrilled to announce that we are recruiting for three new Board members to join our leadership team! We welcome individuals who are committed to our mission and values, and bring diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and leadership.

If you are interested in applying, please review the attachments (Who We Are and Board Member Pledge) and return the completed Election Questionnaire (application form) by close of business on May 23, 2025.

Board Recruitment Process and Timeline: 

  • All submitted applications will be sent out to all member organizations currently in good standing
  • Members will review applications prior to the Annual Meeting
  • All applicants will give a brief (2-3 minute) presentation during the Annual Meeting to share more about themselves and their interest in joining the Board
  • Immediately following the Annual Meeting, member organizations will cast their votes for new board members (one vote per state)
  • New board members will be announced via the listserv and email on June 10, 2025
  • Onboarding sessions with the Executive Director will take place on June 11 or 12 @1:00pm (ET)
  • New board members will attend first Board meeting on June 13 @ 1:00pm (ET)

 

We look forward to seeing you at the Annual Meeting.

 

Best regards,

Arlene

Arlene Vassell
Executive Director
Association of VAWA Administrators
6574 N. State Road 7
PMB 341
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
(954) 299-7648
avassell@avadministrators.org