2022 NWHN board of directors

Thank you for your interest in our Board of Directors!   

Founded in 1975, the NWHN started as outsiders protesting for more transparency at the FDA. For nearly 50 years, we have been a respected watchdog organization that changes the way the medical establishment listens to women. We have spent much of the past year reflecting on our history, on what we’ve excelled at, at what we need to do better, and how best we can move this organization forward, building on its rich history of change-making.  

Our vision is quality, comprehensive, and equitable health care that empowers and supports us in our lives.

We strive toward this vision by pursuing our mission of improving health by strategically shaping policy, expanding access, and providing accurate, unbiased information. 

First and foremost, we are seeking candidates who are passionate about our Vision and Mission. To round out our Board composition, we are looking for individuals living in rural and suburban areas, who reside in the southeast and southwest regions, as well as those who have experience in the mental health, clinical care, legal, financial management, HR, and fundraising professions.

The NWHN acknowledges that multiple systems of oppression exist and we are looking for Board candidates who want to be a part of the solution to challenge and resist them in our work. We aim to build a Board which reflects our Network membership so we continue to seek a diverse pool of candidates for our slate.  The term of service is 4 years.  All nominees must be NWHN members. You can become a member in minutes here.

The NWHN Board of Directors is the governing body of this organization. Board meetings are quarterly, and at least one meeting each year is held in person. Board members must serve on at least one Committee; Committees meet 8 times each year, in the months between Board meetings. Board members commit to their role by agreeing to and signing the Board Member Compact annually.

Click here to review the Board Member Compact

Interested individuals may apply for consideration. If there is someone you believe would be an excellent candidate for the NWHN Board of Directors, please encourage them to apply!  All Application Forms must be received by 11:59 pm EST Monday, August 31, 2022. Candidate interviews will be conducted by September 30th.  Membership voting on the approved slate of candidates takes place October 8th through November 15th and candidates will be notified of the election results shortly thereafter. 

If you have any questions about this process, please feel free to contact Teri Bordenave, the NWHN's Interim Executive Director, by telephone (443.249.3268) or by email at edconsultant@nwhn.org.