Board Opportunity
MEAC is currently seeking to fill
4-6 seats on its Board of Directors for terms running from December 2026 through December 2029.
We
invite interested candidates to submit a nomination or self-nomination application by October 25, 2026. Click Link to apply
https://forms.gle/P9sPQraiJiDEYYPJ9
As MEAC continues to
grow its national presence and strategic impact, we are particularly seeking board members with expertise in the following
areas:
- Fundraising & Philanthropy
- Marketing, Communications & Brand
Strategy - Nonprofit Development
- Midwifery Practice & Education
These
areas of expertise will support MEAC's next phase of organizational growth, visibility, and sustainability.
Qualifications
Board members are individuals who demonstrate a strong interest in:
- Midwifery and maternity care
- Education of health care professionals
- Public service through participation in
accreditation - Nonprofit governance, fundraising, and organizational development
Board members must possess the
knowledge, skills, and judgment required to make high-stakes accreditation decisions and contribute to board governance, strategy, and
policy oversight.
Core Competencies
- General understanding of board governance, policy, and
procedures - Ability to uphold the confidential, fair, and impartial nature of accreditation decisions
- Prior service on a
community, state, or national board
Required Background (at least one of the following)
- Current
or recent midwife or midwifery educator (clinical or didactic) - Academic (teaching and/or research)
- Administrator
(postsecondary education, institutional leadership, or governance) - Public member (not affiliated with midwifery education or
practice)
Personal Characteristics
Successful board members will demonstrate the ability
to:
- Collaborate in a collegial environment committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-bias
practices - Engage in thoughtful dialogue while working toward consensus and informed decision-making
- Consider complex
information objectively and make timely, sound decisions - Communicate effectively, particularly in written decision-making
contexts - Commit fully to a three-year term
Responsibilities
The MEAC Board of Directors is a
self-governing body responsible for the organization's strategic direction, oversight, and accountability.
Key
responsibilities include:
- Rendering accreditation decisions for direct-entry midwifery education
programs - Reviewing and refining accreditation policies, procedures, and standards
- Supporting MEAC initiatives, including
strategic growth, fundraising, and community engagement - Ensuring the organization operates in alignment with its mission and
regulatory requirements
MEAC follows accreditation best practices as defined by the Association of Specialized and
Professional Accreditors (ASPA) and the U.S. Department of Education (USDE).
Commitment Expectations
Board members are expected to:
- Prepare for meetings through review and critical analysis of reports and
accreditation materials - Participate in monthly virtual board meetings and occasional special
meetings - Attend one annual three-day in-person board meeting (travel expenses covered by MEAC)
- Serve on
committees or workgroups as assigned - Participate in onboarding and ongoing training related to accreditation and nonprofit
governance
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a nomination or self-nomination application
by October 25, 2026. Click the link to apply https://forms.gle/P9sPQraiJiDEYYPJ9.
