Journey Out Has Board Opportunities Available!

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Journey Out is a 501(c)3 non-profit, non-governmental organization, and our mission is "to help victims of commercial sexual exploitation and sex trafficking leave a life of abuse and violence, overcome their fears, and empower them to reach their full potential and achieve their goals'. Our overarching goals are two-fold: first, deliver the critical services and support needed to break free from the abuse and violence of sex trafficking and rebuild a life; and second, to ensure that no one enters "the life".

We also carry out preventative efforts, which includes community education, and training of those in law enforcement, education, social work; as well as others who can play a pertinent role in mitigating trafficking.

In 2015 we went through a period of re-branding, which included a name change from the Mary Magdalene Project. We are still growing and restructuring of the Board of Directors, is part of that process.

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING:
We seek accomplished and energetic candidates of any background for our board of trustees, who are inspired by our mission. Successful candidates will bring an understanding of nonprofit governance, and a commitment to the long-term sustainability of Journey Out and its mission.

A strong Board will possess a wide spectrum of skills and traits among its trustees, including:

• A commitment to participate fully in open and candid board discussions. An ability to ask tough questions and challenge conventional thinking in a respectful manner. Capacity as an active communicator, listener, and collaborative colleague.
• A willingness to learn and adapt as the organization's circumstances require.
• An ability to identify, attract, and engage major donors and supporters, and to exemplify a commitment to financial sustainability through personal contributions. A willingness to actively participate in the fundraising efforts of the organization.
• A capacity to think broadly and strategically about the organization's role in our community.
• A willingness to innovate and take measured risks.
• A familiarity with management of complex organizations.
• The potential over time, to play a leadership role within the board.
• A knowledge of social, political, and economic issues around sex trafficking/commercial sexual exploitation.
• A fluency with budgets, financial reports, investment decisions, and risk management.
• Integrity, good judgement, diplomacy, resilience, and stamina.
• Grace in dealing with a broad spectrum of personalities and politics, and good humor in working with board colleagues, organizations employees, volunteers, and other stakeholders.

We are especially looking for individuals who particularly are passionate about: women and girl's empowerment, LGBTQ rights, immigrant rights, and mitigating violence against women; and this includes those who are Survivors of human trafficking/commercial sexual exploitation.

Specific Experience:
Any of the following specific experience would be of great benefit to the Board of Directors:

• Fund development
• Event management/planning
• Strategic planning
• Communications
• Marketing
• Budgeting
• Finance
• Legal knowledge- immigration, child & family services, records expungement, etc.
• Law enforcement experience

The board is responsible for fiduciary oversight, strategic direction, and active fundraising, while leaving management of day-to-day operations to the Executive Director. This includes areas of key engagement:

1.Vision, Strategy, and Oversight

• Practicing in periodic vision setting and strategic planning.
• Overseeing and reviewing the organization's finances including approving the annual budget, monitoring expenditures and ensuring that sound risk management policies are in place and in compliance with all legal requirements.
• Providing support and counsel to the Executive Director and her staff as requested.

2.Governance

• Identifying, cultivating, selecting, and orienting new trustees.
• Reviewing the Executive Director's performance at regular intervals.
• Assessing Board and trustee performance.
• Determining board size and composition; and setting policies regarding committee assignments and the selection of officers.

3.Fundraising and Promotion

• Working with the Executive Director and the Development & Outreach Director to identify, introduce, solicit, and cultivate the long-term interest of potential donors, other funders, and volunteers in supporting the organization.
• Contributing an annual gift to the organization commensurate with personal capacity.
• Assisting the organization in raising its visibility in print and online media, among the public and various constituencies.

As a volunteer Board Director you will:

• Share your expertise
• Increase leadership skills
• Help your community
• Build a strong network
• Make a difference

INTERESTED IN JOINING:
If interested in joining the Board of Directors of Journey Out, and/or learning more about the organization; please contact Cherise Charleswell, Development & Outreach Manager at cherise.charleswell@journeyout.org.