2023-2024 Council Advocacy Review Committee

Charge

The Council Advocacy Review Committee (CARC) shall review positions forwarded by members of the Board of Directors, Segments, or Association-level committees, for suitability to represent an Association-level position. Position papers or letters approved by this committee will be put before the Council for approval as official positions of the AAA.

Membership

• New committee members are appointed by the Council Chairs from among all Council members in June.
• The CARC shall consist of eight members, including the Chair, and Vice-Chair, each of whom shall normally serve a two-year term, with one-half of the committee members appointed each year.
• The Vice-Chair serves for one year, then as Chair for one year.

Estimated Time Commitment

• The number of hours is dependent on whether there is a position statement to review.
• The Committee meets virtually or in person as needed.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill the committee charge as above.
• If the Chair has any questions about the charge or responsibilities of this committee, s/he should contact the Chief Executive Officer or the President.
• The Chair must submit at least one report per year to the Board of Directors. This report should include accomplishments and suggested modifications and should be sent to the AAA President and Governance Manager, Barbara Gutierrez  (barbara.gutierrez@aaahq.org).

Members