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Who
we are

If the Missouri Association for Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health had a one word mission statement it would be relationships. We are here to support the healthy, positive development of early relationships which have the single most influential impact on infants and young children’s ability to thrive. Our members are from all over Missouri and we work in a number of fields including psychology, psychiatry, early education and care, social work, law enforcement, health professions and more.

Who
you are

Each member of the Board of Directors provides leadership and governance for MOAIMH-EC; contributes time, talent and treasure; actively participates in a committee; promotes the organization within and beyond their field; and represents and supports members. Board positions are voluntary, and members serve two-year terms. Directors are expected to actively participate in board meetings and activities, and to represent MOAIMH-EC in their regions and fields throughout the year.

We invite individuals who share our passion for this cause to join us. This year, we have recognized the necessity for increased representation from the accounting and legal sectors, including judges, and attorneys, on our Board. Nonetheless, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to consider this opportunity. Your unique perspectives and experiences can contribute significantly to our mission, and we look forward to receiving applications that reflect a diverse range of insights.

Ideal candidates:

  • Have a demonstrated commitment to MOAIMH-EC’s mission and vision.

  • Have a demonstrated and active commitment to racial equity and to learning and applying the Irving Harris Foundation’s Diversity-Informed Tenets for work with infants, children and families. To read more about each tenet, click here.

  • Are familiar with the operation of a charitable 501(c)(3) organization and/or association (or are willing to learn).

  • Have the capacity to attend meetings and participate in board activities. Our Board of Directors meets most first Fridays of the month from 12 to 1 pm via Zoom. Additionally, board members spend approximately 5 hours a month helping with Board and/or Committee initiatives.

  • Are currently a member of MOAIMH-EC (or will join in the process). More information about membership can be found at www.moaimh-ec.org/membership.

  • Currently serve on one MOAIMH-EC Committee (or will commit to doing so). Find more information about our committees at www.moaimh-ec.org/committees.

How to apply

Applications are due by September 23.

To nominate someone else:

  1. Contact them to request their application. Send them the link to this webpage (www.moaimh-ec.org/nominations) and ask them to complete the application form at COMING SOON to be considered. More information can also be found below.

  2. Once you connect with your nominee, let us know who you are nominating by emailing their name, and email address or phone number to boardvp@moaimh-ec.org. Please also cc the nominee when you email.

To apply or to nominate yourself:

  • Complete this Application Form at https://forms.gle/guyUHXD1Cd9MQvMbA by September 23, (and be ready to include):

    • a brief interest statement,

    • a current resume or CV,

    • a brief bio of a few sentences,

    • and your availability for a 15-minute interview between September 25th - Oct 2nd.

  • If selected, you will need to provide a recent photo for website, newsletter and other communications. Photos are not required for your application. There is a place to upload on the form if you have that ready and would like to upload in advance. Please also be sure to update your MOAIMH-EC Membership.

Please note the following dates:

  • September 23 at 5pm is the deadline for applications.

  • On September 25-October 2 the Nominating Committee will hold brief interviews, review nomination materials and develop a slate for member consideration and voting. If you are not included on the slate in this round, your application will be retained and considered again for any unexpected openings that arise.

  • From October 21-November 1, members will be invited by email to vote electronically.

  • The Annual Meeting will be held during our Fall Conference on November 15, with a review of full membership voting results at that time.

  • New Board Members will be notified and then officially announced at the Annual Meeting.

  • Two-year terms of elected Board Members will begin in January 2025 and will end December 2026.

Contact boardvp@moaimh-ec.org with questions.