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Join Our Board of Directors!
ORGANIZATION: Pan-African Association
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About
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.
The Board of Directors monitors overall performance. Potential Board members must demonstrate willingness and ability to contribute their time and talents and bring a passion to further the mission of our organization. We are seeking professionals with at least 10 years of work experience to who seek to have a meaningful impact on their Chicago community. This is an excellent opportunity for you to be involved in a nonprofit that supports refugees in becoming self-sufficient, integrated members of the community.
Objectives:
- Increase awareness of refugee support in Chicago
- Spearhead fundraising events that will capture the interest of the broader Chicago community
- Assist in developing, reviewing, and monitoring the annual budget
- Annually review and create a comprehensive strategic plan
- Plan events to support the refugees we serve
Requirements & Commitment:
- Commit a minimum of one-year to the Board of Directors
- Actively support all fundraising through suggestions, planning, participation, and attendance
- Attend meetings regularly and show commitment to all Board activities
- Represent and advocate for the organization to the community
If you are interested in becoming a Board of Directors member, please email spietruszka@panafricanassociation.org with a short introduction of yourself, why you are interested in the Board of Directors, and a recent resume or CV. Visit our website at http://www.panafricanassociation.org/ to learn more about our work.
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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
- Event Planning / Management
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
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REQUIREMENTS
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