Environmental Peacebuilding Association Takes Measures to Diversify Its Board of Directors

Dec 17, 2019 | Environmental Peacebuilding Association
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At its quarterly meeting on December 13, the Board of Directors of the Environmental Peacebuilding Association unanimously approved amendments to the Association Bylaws designed to enhance diversity on the Board. A new Section 6.05 was added that reads in full:

SECTION 6.05.       Enhancing Board Diversity.

(a)          As it deems appropriate and consistent with the other provisions of these Bylaws and the Articles of Incorporation, the Board of Directors may designate Director positions in order to enhance diversity on the Board. These positions shall have the same duration, rights, and responsibilities as other Director positions under these Bylaws and other governing instruments.

(b)          The Board of Directors shall include at least one Director designated for a young professional, who shall be no older than 35 years when the term commences. The Young Professionals Interest Group will develop the criteria for eligibility and the process for nominating and electing this Director, subject to approval by simple majority vote of the Board of Directors. The process may vary from the procedures established under the bylaws, for example in who may vote for the candidates.

(c)          If the Board of Directors designates other Director positions to enhance diversity on the Board, the Board may similarly adopt criteria for eligibility and procedures for nominations and elections that are particular the specific position or positions. The Board may do so directly, or by overseeing and approving criteria and procedures developed by a relevant Interest Group.

(d)          To the extent that criteria for eligibility and procedures for nominations and elections for Directors elected under Section 6.05 vary from those established for Directors elected under Section 6.04, the criteria and procedures shall be made available to the membership of the Association.

These changes to the Bylaws reflect discussions the Board has been having with the membership and with a number of Interest Groups. More information on the timing and specific opportunities will be shared in early 2020. In the meantime, any questions may be addressed to association@environmentalpeacebuilding.org