What are the responsibilities and job description for the Founding Board Member position at Strength Over Struggle?
About Us:
Strength Over Struggle exists to amplify the voices, healing, and leadership of QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities—especially those living with HIV, impacted by trauma, or navigating systems of oppression. We transform struggle into strength through storytelling, advocacy, and collective liberation.
Our work centers:
- Creating brave spaces for truth-telling and healing
- Building bridges between lived experience and systemic change
- Empowering individuals to lead through education, art, and advocacy
Role Overview:
The Board of Directors plays a vital role in guiding Strength Over Struggle’s mission, growth, and sustainability. Board Members provide strategic leadership, community insight, and accountability to ensure our organization thrives in alignment with our values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and uphold the mission, vision, and values of Strength Over Struggle
- Participate actively in quarterly board meetings and committee work
- Provide strategic guidance on programming, policy, and partnerships
- Assist with fundraising, grant development, and donor engagement
- Serve as an ambassador, promoting the organization in your networks
- Collaborate with fellow board members to ensure equitable, community-driven decision-making
Preferred Qualifications:
- Commitment to social justice, equity, and healing-centered work
- Experience in one or more areas: nonprofit leadership, finance, communications, advocacy, fundraising, or community organizing
- Ability to dedicate approximately 5–8 hours per month to board responsibilities
- Willingness to contribute financially or through in-kind resources (no minimum required)
What You’ll Gain:
- The opportunity to shape a growing organization rooted in liberation and healing
- A network of passionate, purpose-driven leaders and change-makers
- Leadership development, skill-building, and collaborative impact
Location:
Remote with occasional in-person opportunities (based in Indiana, open to national applicants).
Term:
- Board Members serve a renewable one-year term.