In April 2026, WiGIS Members will elect key roles in WiGIS leadership.  

All current dues-paying members are eligible for nomination in the election and qualify for nomination.

1. President: As an officer of the WiGIS Board of Directors, the President serves for one year before moving into the role of Past President in their third year on the Board. The President chairs the Board of Directors and leads the organization. The President also is an officer participant on the Internal Affairs Committee and chairs the WiGIS Board of Directors Executive Team.
2. Vice President (VP): As an officer of the WiGIS Board of Directors, the Vice President will serve for one year as VP, moves into the role of President in year two, and serves as Past President in year three. The Vice President works alongside the President in various projects and running of the organization. The Vice President also is an officer participant on the Internal Affairs Committee.
3. Secretary: Carries out key administrative functions for WiGIS, such as coordinating quarterly board and other meetings, keeping records and meeting minutes, and running and certifying WiGIS elections. The Secretary also assists with and serves as and officer participant on the Internal Affairs Committee.
4. Outreach Committee Chair: Responsible for organizing and leading volunteers on the Outreach Committee to ensure Outreach activities are handled effectively and on time. This committee is responsible for engaging members and potential members, managing the website, online calendar, collaborating with other WiGIS Committees, maintaining social media sites, and creating/distributing quarterly email newsletters. 
   
5. Mentorship Committee Chair: Responsible for managing, supporting, and growing the WiConnect Mentorship Program in collaboration with committee volunteers. Ensure mentors and mentees receive the necessary assistance needed to support their partnerships.
   
6. External Engagement Committee Chair: Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with sponsors, committee volunteers, and the community at large to enhance the organization’s resources and support for the Women in GIS mission. Collaborate and liaise with other committees, especially the Internal Affairs and Outreach Committees, as needed.

Ways you can get involved:

• Nominate yourself, a friend, or a colleague! Current members who are interested in running can fill out this form here to self-nominate or nominate someone else.
• Learn More About Open Positions and What It Is Like Serving on the WiGIS Board: Informational videos about open positions are posted on our WiGIS YouTube Channel. View these short videos to learn about the duties and functions of these positions, and what it’s like serving on the WiGIS Board.
• Vote! Elections will be held mid-April. WiGIS members, be on the lookout for an email from us with a link to the form to cast your vote.

Election Timeline:
April 6^th Nominations Due (by 5:00pm Pacific Time)
April 10^th – April 17^th Voting Period
April 18^th - Nominees notified of election results

1st week of July - First meeting of the board of directors with newly elected officers

Nomination Form