Third Act Vermont has been going strong for 2 ½ years and we have many accomplishments. It has been a wonderful experience working with so many amazing people.
Now is the time to revitalize our leadership team. Three members of the current Coordinating Committee (abbreviated as the Coord Com) are carrying the load for the running of Third Act Vermont. It is clear that we can’t continue as things are now. We decided to put our cards on the table and ask for help.
As with any organization there are roles for internal management, communication, outreach, and coordination with the national Third Act staff.
Ideally, we would like to see a dozen new people sharing these responsibilities. There are job descriptions available for each role on the Coord Com. Every role could have co-leaders with the work shared by a team of people to cover all the tasks. The experienced current members of the Coord Com are willing to act as mentors to help new leaders grow into the roles.
All the members of the Coordinating Committee meet together for an hour two times a month to harmonize all the efforts within Third Act Vermont.
During this time of revitalization some activities will continue: Summer of Heat, Voter Action Team, Legislative and Divestment Action Teams, Regional Groups, Postcarding, Newsletters. There is ongoing internal maintenance work that needs to continue as well.
We are planning meetings for all TA VT members who want to be part of this revitalization to brainstorm how to move forward. We will use the Statewide Meetings July 18 and August 15 to take on this revitalization process. We will create a plan to fill the twelve seats that are vacant or need a replacement. Everyone is welcome to participate in this process.
If you are considering taking a more active role, please call Steve Crofter (802-275-4646) and think together about what you might do in Third Act Vermont.
Statewide Meetings for Revitalization This Summer
On Thursdays July 18 and August 15 from 4:30 – 6 PM our Statewide meetings will be used for a review of the leadership roles needed to help our working group function well. We will also think together of how to fill those roles while not over burdening anyone and providing support for new people as they step into leadership. What an exciting time to be taking action on climate and democracy!