About Speak Out Advocacy

Speak Out helps people with disability across Tasmania.

We help people:

• Speak up
• Be treated fairly
• Have their rights respected

Our advocacy is:

• Free
• Private
• Independent

Speak Out has been helping people since 1982.

What kind of organisation is Speak Out?

Speak Out is a Disabled Persons Organisation.

This means:

• It is run by people with disability
• It is for people with disability

We also work with other advocacy groups across Australia.

What does the Board do?

The Board is a group of people who help lead Speak Out.

The Board:

• Helps make big decisions
• Makes sure Speak Out follows the law
• Helps look after money
• Helps plan for the future

What will I do as a Board Member?

As a Board Member, you will:

• Go to Board meetings
• Read information before meetings
• Share your ideas
• Help with planning and decisions
• Support Speak Out’s values

Meetings and time needed

• About 6 meetings each year
• Some meetings are online
• Some meetings are in person

Time needed:

• About 3–4 hours each month
• Plus 2 days each year

Term:

• 4 years
• You can stay longer if members vote for you

Who can apply?

You do not need:

• Board experience
• Special training

You do need:

• Interest
• Commitment
• Willingness to learn

Everyone is welcome to apply.

We especially welcome people with disability.

What support will I get?

You will get:

• Clear information
• Help to understand Board papers
• Training and mentoring

Why join the Speak Out Board?

You can:

• Help make real change
• Learn new skills
• Build confidence
• Be part of a supportive team

Want to know more?

You can contact our Chairperson:

Barb Walters

0447 409 444

[email protected] using the subject line: Board Member (Voluntary) - Tasmania enquiry via EthicalJobs

A position description is attached.