Join Our Board!
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Help Us Support Women and Children in Our Community
The CAWES Board of Directors is comprised of dedicated volunteers who are passionate about supporting women and children fleeing domestic violence. Grounded in community values, our Board works collaboratively to uphold the shelter’s goal of creating a safer, healthier future for families in the Red Deer region and beyond through our mission to “support and empower women and children to live free from domestic violence.”
As a governing body, the Board provides leadership and policy direction, entrusts daily operations to the Executive Director, and plays a vital role in defining CAWES’ mission, vision, and strategic priorities. Board members are also responsible for evaluating programs and services, managing financial resources, enhancing the organization’s public presence, and recruiting new directors to sustain strong governance.
More About the Role
Expectations:
Serve a three-year term
Attend and participate in approximately 6-9 board meetings and 6-9 committee meetings per year
Be a community ambassador and promote our organization
As a Board Member, you will:
Gain experience on a governance board
Be part of exciting changes at CAWES as we expand our facilities and services
Contribute to the safety of women and children in central Alberta who are fleeing domestic violence
How to Apply
Do you bring experience in finance, marketing, human resources, or human services? We’d love to hear from you. For more information or to apply, contact our Executive Director, Danica Hoffart, via email executive.director@cawes.com or call 403-346-5643, ext. 9.