TransGender Michigan is looking for a few good Board Members

Board members are primarily responsible for:

v Forwarding the mission and goals of TransGender Michigan

v Actively participating in activities and events, including regular attendance at board meetings

v Managing the budget

v Fundraising

v Organizational development

v Representing the organization and the transgender community

v Maintaining regular communication amongst the Board

v Freely providing feedback to one another

v Serving as an ally for all underrepresented groups by learning about power, privilege and oppression and always working to counter inequities

v Demonstrating a personal financial commitment to the organization

v Organizing and leading one major fundraiser each fiscal year

People of color, people with disabilities, FTMs, genderqueer individuals, crossdressers, significant others, friends, family members and allies (SOFFAs), and those residing outside of the Detroit Area are especially encouraged to apply.

To apply, send a letter of interest outlining your experience working with the transgender community by January 15, 2005 to:

TransGender Michigan, PO Box 224, Swartz Creek, MI 48473

info@transgendermichigan.org

TransGender Michigan is a non-profit organization whose mission states: “Because transgender individuals and significant others, families, friends, and allies (SOFFAs) face discrimination, violence, harassment, and inequality, TransGender Michigan aims to remedy these social injustices and create a better future for all.” Our services would not be possible without the support of people like you.