The ArQuives: Canada's LGBTQ2+ Archives

Call for Board Members

Located in downtown Toronto, The ArQuives is one of the largest independent
LGBTQ2+ archives in the world. We are seeking strong candidates to submit
self-nominations for our board of directors. We are looking for individuals
with the time, energy and initiative to work on LGBTQ2+ cultural heritage
and documentary stewardship for the entire LGBTQ2+ community. We have a
working board, and all members are expected to commit to participating in
and/or leading committee work.

The board supports various standing committees, including the Collections
and Public Service Committee, Communications Committee, Community
Engagement Committee, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Facilities
Committee, and Fundraising Committee. Board members work to further
strategic goals concerning collections, diversity, programming,
fundraising, and a new building.

In particular, we are looking for board members who can provide leadership
in the following areas: a) conducting cultural programming for an
arts/culture/heritage organization, b) fundraising and capital campaigns,
and c) community engagement.

Board members attend a monthly board meeting, a monthly committee meeting,
participate in occasional community and ArQuives events, and work on their
focus areas outside of meetings. We estimate board member obligations range
from 8-10 hours per month. Board members have staggered two-year terms.
Generally, board members run for election at our Annual General Meeting in
May. In the event of an opening, the board can appoint board member(s)
before the AGM.

We welcome applications from across Canada, as Board Meetings, and most
committee work will occur virtually.

The ArQuives acknowledges and is committed to addressing historical
inequities within our organization. We encourage applications from
marginalized communities, including those who identify as Indigenous,
women, trans, non-binary, gender non-conforming, Black, people of colour,
and persons with disabilities.

Please direct all questions to [log in to unmask]

The deadline for submissions is April 3, 2023. To apply, please send the
following information to [log in to unmask], attention Justin Hughes-Jones:
a cover letter describing your interests and experience (especially as they
relate to The ArQuives’ needs and priorities as listed above), and a CV or
resume.

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