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5 people are interested
Associate Board Members Wanted!
ORGANIZATION: Pan-African Association
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5 people are interested
Pan-African Association’s (PAA) mission is to serve, empower, and promote the integration of refugees, asylees, and immigrants from Africa and around the world. We serve over 1,000 refugees each year through our programs in workforce development, case management, mentoring, citizenship / civic education and immigration, and health and wellness. Recently, PAA created an Associate Board to complement its Board of Directors and further the organization’s mission. We are seeking young professionals (1 - 8 years of work experience) who are enthusiastic about furthering PAA’s mission and having a meaningful impact on their Chicago community. This is a great opportunity for young professionals to have ownership of influential projects and initiatives and be an inaugural member of an Associate Board.
Objectives:
- Create an actively engaged network of young professionals to support PAA’s mission
- Increase awareness of refugee support in Chicago
- Host fundraising events that will capture the interest of the broader Chicago community
- Plan events to support the refugees we serve
Requirements & Commitment:
- Commit a minimum of one-year to the Associate Board
- Promote and plan annual fundraising events
- Attend meetings regularly and show commitment to all Board activities
- Represent and advocate for the organization to the community
Join us on Wednesday, October 5th, for an informational presentation to learn more about the work of Pan-African Association, your role on the Associate Board, and to ask questions. We look forward to meeting you!
The goal of the Associate Board will be to promote the mission of PAA through networking, fundraising, and special projects. If you are interested in becoming an Associate Board member, please fill out the application on our website (http://www.panafricanassociation.org/associate-board.html) and email it to: spietruszka@panafricanassociation.org, along with a short introduction of yourself, why you are interested in the Associate Board, and a recent resume or CV. Visit our website at http://www.panafricanassociation.org/ to learn more about our work.
More opportunities with Pan-African Association
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About Pan-African Association
Location:
6163 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Pan-African Association (PAA) is to serve, empower, and promote the integration of refugees, asylees, and immigrants from Africa and around the world.
Formed in 2002, the Pan-African Association (PAA) is dedicated to providing adjustment, economic, and cultural programs in order to assist individuals towards achieving self-reliance and successful integration into American society.
Staffed primarily by those of African descent with the support of volunteers, the Pan-African Association encourages and promotes understanding between individuals of African descent and the community at large.
Description
Our Programs and Services
Adjustment & Integration Services PAA empowers communities by providing Adjustment and Integration services, so that new comers can learn how to navigate life in the US, and gain an understanding of the American culture.
Volunteer/Mentoring ProgramPAA builds bridges to sefl-sufficiency, cross-cultural understanding, and stronger communities by matching newcomers who are in need of guidance with specially-trained volunteer mentors. Mentors provide English language tutoring, friendship, community orientation, computer instruction and general support. Volunteers also provide support throughout PAA’s program areas assisting with day to day tasks, classes, and events.
Workforce Development PAA’s holistic Workforce Development service assists program participants in obtaining employment and success in the US workforce. Its services include: job readiness, employment counseling, job placement, and job upgrades.
Citizenship/Civic Education & Immigration Program PAA provides education and application services to eligible people so that they may realize their dream of becoming citizens of the United States of America. As a BIA recognized organiztion, PAA is able to assist the community at large with most immigration issues.
Health & Wellness Program PAA helps clients live healthier lives through medical interpretation services, distribution of educational material, group discussions, health workshops and fairs, and health counseling.
Cultural Programs PAA celebrates rich culutural heritage while enabling newcomers of African descent to build bridges of friendship within the greater Chicagoland community through musical performances, and dance and drumming classes.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
6163 N. BroadwayChicago, IL 60660
DATE POSTED
September 23, 2016
SKILLS
- Networking
- Fundraising
- Marketing Strategy & Planning
- Management
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 1 year minimum