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08/11/2026

Call for FLARE Board Nominations

Deadline for nominees is September 8

It is time to solicit nominations and self-nominations for the FLARE Board of Directors. Two of our Founding Members, Anita McBride and Katie Sibley, are cycling off the board. Additionally, Chris Leahy is stepping down as Vice President to devote his full attention to the Journal of First Ladies Studies.

Open Positions

If you know someone who fits either of these open categories, please nominate them. You are also welcome to place your own name in nomination.

How to Submit a Nomination

Send nominations to the chair of the Nominating Committee: Nancy Kegan Smith - nksnancy@aol.com

Full position descriptions are available in the Call for Nominations document.


Important Dates

Board Elections

Bylaws Review

Our Bylaws require that any recommended changes be submitted to the membership four weeks before the ballot goes live. The Bylaws changes will appear on the same ballot as the board elections.

 

Committees

Nominating Committee

Bylaws Committee

We encourage all members to participate in this process and help shape the future of FLARE.

 

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