By Jean Alliman, Nominating Committee Chair

Geese are so beautiful and efficient when they travel together, which is what they always do. There is a team leader for a while. That leader then drops back so she/he can rest a bit, and another leader takes point for a while. Each individual takes point for some time and then gets to rest, waiting to take a turn as leader after benefiting from the tailwind of the rest of the team.

Our League of Women Voters operates exactly the same way: each member takes a turn leading, then steps back to rest while someone else takes the lead.

Now is the time to think about leadership at the state level again. Our success comes from embracing diversity and sharing talents and expertise. The nominating committee invites each of you to consider taking a turn at being on the team at the state level.

Local Leagues have always generously “loaned” members for a couple of years to ensure that our state team continues to effectively support all Leagues. The next term begins in July 2025, with a short Board meeting for all newly elected members immediately following the Convention, and an in-person retreat in the summer. There are many opportunities to make a meaningful contribution to our mission.

Please go to lwvwa.org to get more information and an application in the file for the nominating committee. Contact Jean Alliman at jean.alliman@lwvwa.org with any questions you may have.