Call for Nominations to 2025 ADC Board of Directors

Nominees should email [email protected] and address materials to:

• Do’aa Taha – Chair of Nominating Committee
• Tawfiq Barqawi – Vice-Chair of Nominating Committee

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is seeking nominations for four (4) Board positions in the upcoming ADC National Board elections. Members, who are able to strengthen ADCs grassroots, broaden the membership base, assist in raising funds and expand the organization, are encouraged to nominate themselves. Board members shall be elected for a three (3) year term.  

The terms of office for Directors of the Board shall be staggered, so that a maximum of one-third (1/3) of the Board can stand for election each year.

Nomination Criteria

Requirements:

• Nominees must be members of ADC in good standing with updated dues
• Nominees must adhere to the mission, objectives, and goals of the ADC
• Experience and knowledge in fundraising and non-profit management
• Board members must commit to giving or raising at least $25,000 USD for ADC
• Endorsement by local ADC chapter where one exists or two (2) local members             

If you plan to nominate someone for this position, please submit the following to ADC’s Nomination Committee:

• A one page or less describing why you feel the nominee is a good candidate;
• A detailed Biography and Resume’ of the nominee;
• Your name, address and telephone number;
• The name, address and telephone number of the person you are nominating;
• The names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least two other ADC members in good standing who endorse the nominee;
• A one page signed statement by the nominee indicating he/she is willing to serve if elected and outlining his/her vision for ADC.         

All nominations must be received by the ADC National Office by December 15, 2025:

ADC Nominating Committee

910 17^th Street NW, Suite 1000

Washington, D.C. 20006

Or via email to [email protected]

The ADC Nominating Committee is tasked with ensuring that all candidates are meet the above criteria and are committed to furthering the mission of ADC.  ADC is an organization that needs to grow and expand its base of support. As with all NGO’s, it falls to the members of the Board of Directors to secure the budget they earmark for the organization. Candidates for the Board election must be capable of seriously contributing to this effort.