ACLU of Kentucky

Among the Board responsibilities and requirements are: 1) monitor progress toward goals; 2) develop, review and approve policies and budgets; 3) ensure adequate resources; 4) enhance the ACLU’s public image; 5) ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and financial standards; 6) monitor and evaluate programs and services; 7) support the Executive Director and provide a performance review; 8) attend 6 board meetings a year and the Annual Meeting; 9) participate on one board committee; 10) make a financial contribution according to one’s ability; 11) be a member of the ACLU.

Priority areas of expertise are in finance, budget management and fundraising. Individuals living in areas of the state outside Louisville and Lexington are of particular interest. Individuals representing various racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religious groups and those with disabilities are encouraged to consider nomination. Self-nominations will be accepted.

The terms for board members are three years with the opportunity for a second term. Elections will be held at the Annual Meeting in March of 2012. Submissions should include the following information: 1.) Nominee name; 2.) Nominee email address and telephone number 3.) Brief description of nominee’s qualifications (profession, community involvement, ACLU involvement (if applicable); 4) Nominator’s name, email address and telephone number

Please communicate to the nominee that a nomination does not ensure that a nominee will be selected as a candidate to run for election.  Submit nominations by November 1 , 2011 to: