Our Committees
Madrinas has established standing committees to discuss issues related to the organization’s strategic plan; make recommendations to the Board; and work overall towards promoting Madrinas’ vision and mission, while growing our network of members, sponsors, supporters and alliance partners.
Committees are comprised of one Board Member and various Madrinas members. Committees meet on a regular basis, in person or virtually.
Members must be:
- Up to date on membership dues
- Willing to commit time and effort
- Able to follow through on assigned tasks
To volunteer, contact the Board Member listed under the committee of choice.
Avance Committee
Supports the career advancement of Latinas by generating, analyzing and disseminating data and research that impacts their development as leaders in the workplace. We will strive for research outcomes that have practical application for our members, corporate sponsors and other stakeholders.
Communications & Public Affairs
Manages organization’s publicity and branding in order to get Madrinas known and recognized as a group exclusively dedicated to the needs of professional Latinas. The committee will work towards positioning Madrinas as the group that corporations want to turn to for advice when it comes the professional Latina.
Membership
To grow the organization’s network by recruiting professional women who share, and can benefit from the Madrinas’ vision and mission.
Programs
Provide high value networking and educational programs that bring Latina professionals from different industries and corporations together to expand their relationships and knowledge, thus leading to professional development.
Sponsorship
To identify corporate sponsors who can provide both monetary and other types of resource support. We will provide opportunities to our sponsors to be part of this powerful network committed to career advancement, leadership development and mentoring for Latinas.