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Nomination Process

We accept Board of Directors nominations throughout the year. Our review process begins in the Spring of 2026.

  • As required in the NDSC By-Laws, the Nominating Committee comprises the Immediate Past President (Chair), two current Board members, and two other stakeholders well-connected to the NDSC community.
  • The Nominating Committee convenes to review applications, interviews viable candidates, and prepares a slate of candidates for presentation to the full Board of Directors for approval before new Board members officially become a part of the Board of Directors.
  • Self-nominations and nominations by third parties are accepted (provided the third party has secured the nominee’s consent).
  • Board nominations for 2026 will be accepted throughout the year, but the review process begins in Spring of 2026
  • The Board of Directors, including newly elected Board members, convenes during their Board meeting at the Convention to elect its officers (Executive Committee) for the upcoming year.
  • Each year, a Self-Advocate Board Member is elected through a separate parallel process by his or her peers

Board Nomination Form - 2025

Use this form to complete the NDSC Board of Directors Nomination Form. Please review the Nomination process in its entirety before submitting this form.

First Name *
Last Name *
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If so, please indicate which committee(s), years and activities.

The mission of the National Down Syndrome Congress is to provide information, advocacy, and support concerning all aspects of life for individuals with Down syndrome.

NDSC exists with the purpose to promote the interests of people with Down syndrome, to educate through awareness, to advocate and ensure their rights are recognized and protected, to empower, and to inspire and reshape the way people understand and experience Down syndrome.

The vision of the NDSC is a world with equal rights and opportunities for people with Down syndrome.

If so, please describe the area of specialty.
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If so, which conventions have you attended?
Have you served as a member of the Board of Directors of any local/state/regional non-profit organizations? If so, please describe your experience.
Please describe any other non-profit experience not listed above.
If so, please include the name of the organization and describe your involvement.
Please share your skills, strengths, and expertise that you bring to the Board.
Please provide a written description of personal qualities or qualifications that would assist you in your duties as a Board member.
Letters of Reference
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You may attach these to your application, or the writers may send them directly to: National Down Syndrome Congress Attn: Nominating Committee Fueled Collective Attn: NDSC 3825 Edwards Road 1st Floor, Suite 103 Cincinnati, OH 45209 info@ndsccenter.org
Please list two additional references that we may contact.
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Consent

By checking this box, I acknowledge I have read the Nominating Process Information and understand the conditions under which I agree to have my name placed into consideration with the Nominating Committee. I realize that all expenses of my Board membership are my personal responsibility. I also agree, if elected or appointed, to attend all scheduled Board meetings to the best of my ability.

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