[community] Fwd: [CSI AllMembers] Volunteer Posting: Board Director

[Cybele S]

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From: Ryan Fukunaga <ryan at freegeektoronto.org>
Date: Wed, Apr 24, 2019 at 5:26 PM
Subject: [CSI AllMembers] Volunteer Posting: Board Director
To: <allmembers at socialinnovation.ca>


*Free Geek Toronto* is a not for profit employment social enterprise in the
heart of Toronto helping to build digital inclusion. We accept donations of
electronic waste, refurbish computers, and re-sell them at accessible
prices. We also provide employment and training opportunities.

Our vision is to make our city a place where e-waste is disposed of
responsibly, safely and ethically, and where everyone has access to
computers and the Internet.

Our Mission is to promote social and economic justice, focusing on
marginalized populations in the Greater Toronto area by:

• Reducing the environmental impact of electronic waste through reuse and
recycling

• Increasing access to computing and communications technologies

• Promoting the use of Free and Open Source Software

• Providing technical education, training, and job skills.

Free Geek Toronto (FGT) is looking for enthusiastic and engaged volunteers
to serve on our Board of Directors. Board members are elected at the Annual
General Meeting (June 9, 2019). We are currently recruiting three volunteer
Board members. We encourage all candidates who are passionate about our
cause to apply. Applicants with interest and/or experience in one or more
of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

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   Grant writing
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   Marketing, communications and partnerships
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   Corporate sponsorship.


We are committed to actively supporting diversity and social inclusion in
the Free Geek Toronto community. We encourage people of all backgrounds,
genders, ages, education and income levels, beliefs, cultural, ethnic or
sexual identities, and those living with visible or invisible disabilities
to apply to volunteer with us. We will look for opportunities to support
people from underrepresented/marginalized communities to get involved. We
are active supporters of women in STEM (science, technology, engineering
and math).

*Why Join Our Team?*

To make an impact, locally and globally

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   Conserve the environment and empower people in your community.
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   Redirect e-waste from unethical and non-regulated recycling in
   developing countries.
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   Support the creation of employment opportunities for marginalized groups.
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   Refurbish e-waste: give technology a second life in the hands of those
   who need it.



Leadership, learning and professional development

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   An opportunity to exercise your leadership skills by participating in
   the decision-making processes of an organization in a significant phase of
   growth.


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   Learning and professional development, cross training, and skill
   development opportunities within and outside of your field, including: not
   for profit governance, social enterprise management, fund development, and
   community building.
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   A platform to network with people who share a passion for the
   environment, social enterprise, and bridging the digital divide in a
   team-oriented environment.


Candidates will:

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   Be residents of Toronto at least 18 years of age who support the vision
   and mission of the organization.
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   Understand or have experience with the role of a Board of Directors for
   a social enterprise/not for profit/charitable organization.
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   In addition to the areas of expertise listed above, bring a range of
   awareness, skills and/or experience in areas such as community social
   services, strategic planning, policy, finance, and community building.
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   Reflect the vibrant diversity of the communities we serve.
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   Attend board meetings. Board meetings are generally held on a weekday
   evening for approximately 2 hours once a month.
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   Participate in projects and committees (approximately 5-10 hours/month),
   help guide the growth and impact of our organization, and be ambassadors of
   the Free Geek Toronto community and vision.

*How to Apply / Contact*


If you would like to be involved with an innovative and growing
organization, Free Geek Toronto is interested in receiving your application
for nomination to the Board of Directors. Please share with us why joining
the Free Geek Toronto Board feels like the right volunteer opportunity for
you and also include an updated resume and two references. Applications
should be sent to directors at freegeektoronto.org by  Friday, May 3, 2019.
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Ryan Fukunaga
Executive Director, Free Geek Toronto
180 Sudbury St | Toronto, ON | M6J 0A8
Main: 416-572-3737 | Direct: 647-673-2701
freegeektoronto.org

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