We’re Hiring: Security Lead for Trans Pride Seattle
Currently Accepting: New Board Members
Board members at GJL are thought leaders who help shape our programs and strategy. As the governing body of GJL, the Board of Directors is collectively responsible for outlining GJL’s strategic goals; supporting the Executive Director; reviewing and evaluating the annual budget and fundraising plans; and asking critical questions about policies, programs, and strategy.
We strongly encourage and value considerations from Trans women of color, Disabled Trans people, Trans immigrants or refugees, Trans sex workers, and Trans people from other marginalized groups. Prior experience on a board of directors and/or experience with fundraising is a plus! See below for more FAQs.
GJL board members Blaire and Gabriel pose for a photo at staff/board retreat. Photo by Kai Aprill-Tomlin (2024).
FAQs about GJL’s Board of Directors:
What are the perks of joining the GJL Board?
- Occasional paid travel to Seattle, WA
- Leadership development and skill building
- Meet and build relationships with other people passionate about gender justice
- Financial Compensation: We pay our board members $25 per hour for board meetings, for a total (on average) of $50-75 per month. We recognize that not all board members need to be compensated; however, we want to honor the labor and value of community members’ contributions and make board participation more accessible to people of all socio-economic statuses.
Who are you looking for on your Board?
We strongly encourage and value considerations from Trans women of color, Disabled Trans people, Trans immigrants or refugees, Trans sex workers, and Trans people from other marginalized groups.
Prior experience on a board of directors and/or experience with fundraising is a plus!
Do I need to live in Seattle or Washington State?
Nope! Since 2020, GJL has been completely virtual, and both our staff and board are located all across the U.S.
What is the Time Commitment?
Our board meets virtually once per month for 2-3 hours. These meetings currently happen on the third Friday evening of each month, although that is subject to change with new board members’ availability. Outside of this monthly board meeting, we recommend planning for an additional 1-2 hours during the month for other board responsibilities. In total, the time commitment is around 3-4 hours per month.
Are Board Members Compensated?
We pay our board members $25 per hour for board meetings, for a total (on average) of $50-75 per month. We recognize that not all board members need to be compensated; however, we want to honor the labor and value of community members’ contributions and make board participation more accessible to people of all socio-economic statuses.
Do Board Members Have to Fundraise?
Most GJL board members support the organization in some way, but not always monetarily. Often, our board members will assist with fundraising by spreading the word about the org and our fundraising campaigns, and occasionally by supporting grant writing efforts or fundraising tasks to major donors or foundations. There is no mandatory “give-get” to be on GJL’s board.
How do I inquire about joining the board?
Please fill out our form here!