Together, we can make a difference
We believe that our strength lies in numbers and by giving a voice to those who wish to contribute to the development of the organization. We have a range of opportunities for those interested in getting involved to further the mission of the coalition. Please explore the range of current opportunities below.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Board of Directors
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Young Professionals Board
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Advisory Council
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Board of Directors
The guiding force behind our success is our Board of Directors. Our organization has many esteemed Board Members representing institutions such as Oxford University, Loyola University Medical School, and award winning international NGOs. We are creative thinkers, executive-level leaders, and above all: humanitarians.
While many board seats are invitation only, we are seeking likeminded individuals from diverse backgrounds to bring their talents to our organization. If you are interested in joining our growing Board of Directors, please review the membership guide and contact us to apply if you feel that you would be a good fit. Your candidacy would be considered and then voted upon by the current Board of Directors at their following quarterly meeting.
Board Members serve terms of two years which are renewable for up to five terms. The Board of Directors meets as a whole once a quarter and serves as specialized professional for the organization.
For more information, please contact us at: info@chicagorefugee.org
While many board seats are invitation only, we are seeking likeminded individuals from diverse backgrounds to bring their talents to our organization. If you are interested in joining our growing Board of Directors, please review the membership guide and contact us to apply if you feel that you would be a good fit. Your candidacy would be considered and then voted upon by the current Board of Directors at their following quarterly meeting.
Board Members serve terms of two years which are renewable for up to five terms. The Board of Directors meets as a whole once a quarter and serves as specialized professional for the organization.
For more information, please contact us at: info@chicagorefugee.org
Young Professionals Board
We believe that by empowering the youth of today we can build the leaders of tomorrow. The Young Professionals Board (YPB) is comprised of a group of passionate young people who are building their careers and looking to give back. This group enhances the mission of the Chicago Refugee Coalition by planning social events, aiding in the collective fundraising efforts of the organization, enhancing organizational outreach, and by providing critical feedback to staff and the Board of Directors. The Chair of the YPB serves as a voting member of the Board of Directors as a delegate and liaison between the two bodies.
We invite you to apply today and to review our membership expectations to ensure that you will be a good fit for the organization.
Membership Expectations
We look forward to working with you!
We invite you to apply today and to review our membership expectations to ensure that you will be a good fit for the organization.
Membership Expectations
- Attend and actively participate in quarterly board meetings.
- Serve on at least one committee.
- Attend at least one major event annually (e.g. World Refugee Day, Human Rights Day, etc.)
- Pay membership dues of $100 annually before October 1st.
- 100% of membership dues go directly to support programing operated by CRC. You may designate which program you would like your membership dues to support.
- Purchase one ticket to an event hosted by the Chicago Refugee Coalition.
- Aid in securing at least one silent auction item or sponsorship for at least one CRC event.
We look forward to working with you!
Advisory Council
We believe that when you consider a wide range of viewpoints, and heed the counsel of leading field experts, innovative solutions are bound to occur. The goal of the Advisory Council is to provide ad-hoc advice to the Board of Directors and organizational staff.
This is a space for specialized professionals to donate their expertise, when needed, without the commitment of regular meetings and fundraising goals.
We are seeking experts from all fields of business, medicine, academia, journalism, the arts, and clergy to provide our organization with substantive counsel with regards to program management, organizational development, and ensuring that we stay true to course in making Chicago a more open and equitable place to call home.
If you are interested, please apply here.
This is a space for specialized professionals to donate their expertise, when needed, without the commitment of regular meetings and fundraising goals.
We are seeking experts from all fields of business, medicine, academia, journalism, the arts, and clergy to provide our organization with substantive counsel with regards to program management, organizational development, and ensuring that we stay true to course in making Chicago a more open and equitable place to call home.
If you are interested, please apply here.