The Virginia CIVIC Engagement Table

“The Executive Director reviews the 990 and submits it to the board for approval.”

“The conflict of interest policy is reviewed annually with the board. No such conflicts have arisen.”

“The Board reviews the Executive Directors compensation annually.”

“The Executive Director provides recommendations to the Board each year for review and vote by the Board.”

“All governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are available to the public upon request.”

“The Organizing Fellows program trains grassroots organizers for the African American community in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. The purpose of this program is to embed experienced organizers in partner organizations to increase capacity in the region.”

“Organizing Fellows $48,569Civic Engagement $36,124General Assembly $23,380Accounting $14,468Youth Engagement $13,273Get Out the Vote $4,772VAPLP $4,190Legal $150”

“Mission Statement Continued:Our partners work together to advance equality, justice and opportunity, to win shared policy victories and strive to engage underrepresented communities in the democratic process.We work toward the following goals:Expanding our democracy- works to ensure every Virginians right to vote is protected, everyones vote has equal weight and that our democracy operates in a way that embraces our diversity. The core of our work is voting rights and redistricting reform. Economic Justice- We work for a society in where everyone has an equal chance to succeed regardless of where you were born, who you are or your current economic circumstances. Criminal Justice Reform- Works to create a society that believes in second chances and the ability of each of us to change and grow. We seek a criminal justice system that works to repair the wrongs of the past and that works to create a future system that is truly fair and equitable regardless of your economic circumstances or the color of your skin.Immigrant Justice- Works for a society that recognizes the common humanity of everyone in this country regardless of how and when they arrive. We work for a country that embraces its history of welcoming immigrants and sees its diversity as a strength. We work for immigration reform and a path to citizenship for all. Environment- Works to create a system that is sustainable for both people and the planet. We work to address the environmental damage done to the poorest and least powerful communities. We believe that solutions to climate change and other environmental issues must be good for all of us.”