Here, you will find all the information you need regarding the upcoming election process, including candidate applications, voting guidelines, and important dates. Stay informed about key updates, deadlines, and the election timeline. Your participation is essential to the future of the Michigan Deaf Association.
ELECTION COMMITTEE
- Chairperson: Vacant (if interested, email vicepresident@michdeaf.org)
- Vacant
- Vacant
OPEN BOARD POSITIONS
- President
- Vice President
- Secretary
- Treasurer
- Public Relations Coordinator
- Regional Representatives
IMPORTANT DATES
- May 2025: The candidate application becomes available.
- September 2025: Candidate applications are due.
- October 2025: Campaign period.
- Sunday, November 16, 2025: Election of board officers
- TBA: Board Retreat – Training of new board officers
Note: Subject to change upon the formation of the Election Committee or as determined by the Board.
ELECTION RULES
- Anyone can be a member of the Michigan Deaf Association and vote.
- Candidates must be A) Michigan resident and B) in good standing with their annual dues.
- The MDA’s bylaws empowers Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing to run for elected positions.
- The term for all positions is 2 years.
- Voters and candidates must have “active” membership status by Sunday, November 16, 2025 to participate in 2025 Election.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS
(Responsibilities of each position includes, but not limited to)
- President: presides at all meetings of the Association, enforce the by-laws, and appoint standing and special committees
- Vice President: performs all duties of the President in their absence, advise and assist committees
- Secretary: records minutes, manage official correspondences, and organize organizational documents for archiving purposes
- Treasurer: manages financial transactions, organizational budget, and filing financial reports
- Public Relations Coordinator: plans activities, events, and social media marketing
- Regional representatives: hosts events within their regions and keeps the Vice President regularly informed about local issues. (There can be up to 2 representatives per region, 8 total).