Call for Members - Inclusion Advisory Committee, February 2024

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Applications are invited from qualified persons to serve on the Inclusion Advisory Committee. The Inclusion Advisory Committee provides information and advice to the Committee of the Whole on matters of inclusion and accessibility as they relate to City programs, policies, and services, as referred to it by committees of Council, or as initiated by the Advisory Committee itself.

The City Clerk’s Office is seeking applications from individuals representing organizations that have expertise in mental health or individuals that support persons facing barriers to mental health and participation in the community.

The deadline for submission of applications is Sunday, March 10^th, 2024.

Terms of Reference for the Committee can be found on the City’s Website and the application form can be found at the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9FK2Z2B

If you require alternate format, assistance with the application or have any other enquiries, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at cityclerk@stjohns.ca.

Member roles, responsibilities, and length of term are set according to the Committee’s Terms of Reference.

Preference will be given to residents of St. John’s. Organizational representatives must have a connection to the purpose of the Committee. Exceptions may be made by the selecting body as appropriate.

Commitment to Equity and Inclusiveness

The City of St. John’s is strongly committed to equity and inclusiveness. In selecting Committee members, the City will aim to design processes that are transparent, accessible, free of discrimination and seek to remove barriers.

A paper copy of this survey can be provided. Please contact cityclerk@stjohns.ca to request.

Selection Information

In addition to eligibility requirements, the specific skills and experiences of an applicant will be important factors in Committee selection. While all residents who meet the Eligibility Requirements are encouraged to apply, those who have demonstrated experience with groups or initiatives that have goals consistent with the Committee, as outlined in its Terms of Reference, will be given preference.