congratulations MID-TERM ELECTION NOMINEE winners
Natasha Ashley, MS, RD, CDN
Candidate for Board Member of the WIC Association of NYS
METRO - ADVOCATE POSITION
1. Why do you want to be a Board Member for the WIC Association of NYS? I want to be a Board Member for the WIC Association of New York State to make a bigger impact. In this role, my work as a dietitian and wellness advocate will reach not only my community, but also the state of New York. The support that the WIC Association provides to various agencies impressive. I want to be a board member to put in the work and provide strategic direction that will continue to lead WIC into the future.
2. Please describe your qualifications to become a member of the WIC Association of NYS Board of Directors? I am a leader who advocates for those who may not be heard. As a former WIC nutritionist, I worked my way from entry level to a supervisory position. This means I know the ends and outs of how clients and staff benefit from this program, and the challenges that may arise. I am an excellent communicator and able to convey messages to people of different cultures, professions, and socio-economic backgrounds. I am also dedicated and passionate about what I do and want to continue to support those who are a part of this impactful program.
Elizabeth Crofut
Candidate for Board Member of the WIC Association of NYS
CENTRAL - PROVIDER POSITION
1. Why do you want to be a Board Member for the WIC Association of NYS? I want to represent the NYS Central Region at the state level. I may be considered new to the WIC program even after 4 years but I feel I can bring a lot of vital experience to the position. As a non-nutritionist/program manager I bring a different perspective. I’m currently the acting Interim Executive Director for our agency Community Action Partnership for Madison County.
2. Please describe your qualifications to become a member of the WIC Association of NYS Board of Directors? I have served on community boards and committees for over 25 years. I am currently serving on the Heritages Farm’s Board of Directors in Bouckville, NY and the FREE Center in Fenner, NY.
Ashley Clarke
Candidate for Board Member of the WIC Association of NYS
WESTERN - PROVIDER POSITION
1. Why do you want to be a Board Member for the WIC Association of NYS? I hope to be an agent of change and being a board member for the WIC Association of NYS will allow me this opportunity. Ideally, this position would permit me to make meaningful and impactful contributions on a greater level. Additionally, I’ve always felt being an advocate is integral and essential, which is why I continue to maintain my professional membership with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and partake in many of the DPG groups it has to offer and why our agency will continue to maintain membership with the WIC Association of NYS as long I remain the WIC Program Manager.
2. Please describe your qualifications to become a member of the WIC Association of NYS Board of Directors? I have been a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for 12 years and have worked in a variety of roles which have given me both clinical and community experience. Individual roles I’ve held within WIC include a CPAIII/Nutrition Education Coordinator, Temporary WIC Nutritionist for the NYS Western Regional Office, and currently WIC Program Manager. I believe my past work experiences coupled with my passion for the mission of WIC will assist me in making meaningful contributions as a Board Member for the WIC Association of NYS.
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PROVIDER BOARD MEMBER
- Purpose: To represent WIC local agencies and work to set strategic direction that will enhance and support the delivery of WIC services.
Provider Qualifications and Responsibilities:
- Must be a member of the WIC Association of New York State, directly involved in the provision of WIC Program services.
- Provider representatives must be nominated by a member of the WIC Association of New York State, complete the interview process, and be elected by the WIC Association of New York State Board of Directors.
- Must be able to serve a two-year term and attend a majority of the six scheduled board meetings per calendar year.
- Must actively participate in two (2) standing committees of the Board.
- Must be able to routinely communicate Board issues/activities to the Regional Associations; and conversely, bring regional issues/activities to the Board for discussion.
- Must have the ability to travel to bi-monthly meetings, primarily held in Albany, and the WIC Association Conference.
- Must be able to cover all travel expenses associated with attendance at Board related meetings.
- Must communicate notice of resignation, in writing, to the WIC Association of New York State board chair.
- Benefits:
- Holds one vote in meetings attended.
- Meets directly with NYS DOH officials to discuss WIC policy and procedures and to address local agency concerns.
- Has opportunities to exchange ideas and information with colleagues from all areas of NYS.
ADVOCATE BOARD MEMBER
Purpose: To represent the WIC community at large and work to set strategic direction that will enhance and support the delivery of WIC services.
Advocate Qualifications and Responsibilities:
- Advocate representatives must be nominated by a member of the WIC Association of New York State, complete the interview process, and be elected by the WIC Association of New York State Board of Directors.
- Must have an interest in advocating for programs that support food and nutrition services for low-income women, infants and children.
- Must not be a paid employee of any WIC Program (local, state, or federal).
- Must be able to serve a two-year term and attend a majority of the six scheduled board meetings per calendar year.
- Must be able to routinely communicate Board issues/activities to the Regional Associations; and conversely, bring regional issues/activities to the Board for discussion.
- Must actively participate in two (2) standing committees of the Board.
- Must have the ability to travel to bi-monthly meetings, primarily held in Albany, and the WIC Association Conference.
- Must retain all receipts associated with travel and submit a travel reimbursement claim form within 30 days of the last day of the event.
- Must communicate notice of resignation, in writing, to the WIC Association of New York State board chair.
Benefits:
1. Holds one vote in meetings attended.
2. Meets directly with NYS DOH officials to discuss WIC policy and procedures and to address community concerns.
3. Travel expenses for attendance at Board related meetings/conferences are reimbursed by the WIC Association. (Refer to the Travel Reimbursement Policy for details.)
4. Has opportunities to exchange ideas and information with colleagues from all areas of NYS.
VENDOR MANAGEMENT BOARD MEMBER
Purpose: To represent the WIC vendor community and work to set strategic direction that will enhance and support the delivery of WIC services.
Vendor Management Qualifications and Responsibilities:
- Must be a member of the NYS WIC Association and currently and directly involved in the provision of WIC Vendor Management Program services.
- VMA representatives must be nominated by a member of the WIC Association of New York State, complete the interview process, and be elected by the WIC Association of New York State Board of Directors.
- Must be able to serve a two-year term and attend a majority of the six scheduled board meetings per calendar year.
- Must be able to routinely communicate Board issues/activities to the Regional Associations; and conversely, bring regional issues/activities to the Board for discussion.
- Must actively participate in two (2) standing committees of the Board.
- Must have the ability to travel to bi-monthly meetings, primarily held in Albany, and the WIC Association Conference.
- Must be able to cover all travel expenses associated with attendance at Board related meetings.
- Must communicate notice of resignation, in writing, to the WIC Association of New York State board chair.
Benefits:
1. Holds one vote in meetings attended.
2. Meets directly with NYS DOH officials to discuss WIC policy and procedures and to address vendor management concerns.
3. Has opportunities to exchange ideas and information with colleagues from all areas of NYS.
Consumer Board Member
Purpose: To represent WIC consumers and work to set strategic direction that will enhance and support the delivery of WIC services.
Consumer Qualifications and Responsibilities:
- Consumer representatives must be nominated by a member of the WIC Association of New York State, complete the interview process, and be elected by the WIC Association of New York State Board of Directors.
- Must be an active WIC participant (or parent/caretaker of a child on WIC) at the time of initial participation on the Board of Directors.
- Must be able to serve a two-year term and attend a majority of the six scheduled board meetings per calendar year. (Note: May fulfill two-year term regardless of change in WIC participation status.)
- Must be able to routinely communicate Board issues/activities to Regional Association members; and conversely, bring regional issues/activities to the Board for discussion.
- Must actively participate in two (2) standing committees of the Board, one of which must be the Consumer committee.
- Must have the ability to travel to bi-monthly meetings, primarily held in Albany, and the WIC Association Conference. (Note: Breastfeeding infants under the age of two, and bottle fed infants under the age of one may accompany the parent/caretaker to the meetings.)
- Must retain all receipts associated with travel and submit a travel reimbursement claim form within 30 days of the last day of the event.
- Must communicate notice of resignation, in writing, to the WIC Association of New York State board chair.
Benefits:
1. Holds one vote in meetings attended.
2. Meets directly with NYS DOH officials to discuss WIC policy and procedures and to address consumer concerns.
3. Travel expenses for attendance at Board related meetings/conferences are reimbursed by the WIC Association. (Refer to the Travel Reimbursement Policy for details.)
4. Has opportunities to exchange ideas and information with colleagues from all areas of NYS.
Director Emeritus Board Member
Purpose: To represent the WIC community at large and work to set strategic direction that will enhance and support the delivery of WIC services.
Director Emeritus Qualifications and Responsibilities:
The Board majority vote may also appoint ex officio, non-voting Directors to serve on the Board, if deemed to be in the best interests of the Corporation. Any such ex officio, non-voting Directors shall be entitled to all rights and entitlements of other Directors, and obligated to honor all corresponding fiduciary duties, excepting they shall not be entitled to:
- attend, or receive notice of, any Meeting of the Board, or its various committees, if the purpose of said Meeting(s) relates to concerns with respect to the given ex officio, non-voting Director;
- be counted for purposes of determining quorum for any Meeting of the Board, or its various committees;
- vote on any matter being considered by the Board, or its various committees; and/or,
- hold elective Office with the Corporation.
- The Board of Directors may elect up to three (3) Directors Emeriti every two years. A Director Emeritus is an honorary position that may be bestowed on an individual who has retired and has served the Board for many years. Directors Emeriti shall have no vote on Board motions.
- Must actively participate in two (2) standing committees of the Board.
- Should be able to travel to bi-monthly meetings, primarily held in Albany, and the WIC Association Conference.
- Must retain all receipts associated with travel and submit a travel reimbursement claim form within 30 days of the last day of the event.
- Must communicate notice of resignation, in writing, to the WIC Association of New York State board chair.
Benefits:
1. Meets directly with NYS DOH officials to discuss WIC policy and procedures and to address community concerns.
2. Travel expenses for attendance at Board related meetings/conferences are reimbursed by the WIC Association. (Refer to the Travel Reimbursement Policy for details.)
3. Has opportunities to exchange ideas and information with colleagues from all areas of NYS