Committees have a meaningful, significant purpose within our
organization. A committee is a body of one or more persons to consider,
investigate, or take action on certain matters or subjects, or to do all of these
things. Committees also give us an opportunity to enjoy the fellowship of our
members and enrich our community. There are two types of committees: standing
committees - continued existence and special committees - assembled at specific
times or for specific activities.
What are the "Benefits of BPW Membership" through committee involvement?
- Networking opportunities
- Professional development
- Community projects/activities
- Leadership skills
- Political awareness, action, and advocacy
- Building friendships
- National affiliation with other working women
- Coalition opportunities with other groups working towards the same
goals, thus using strength in numbers
- Programs and workshops that educate, inform, and advocate for the working woman
For more information, contact the President or another Officer.
Membership Committee -
Assist the 2nd Vice President in developing new and innovative ideas for Fauquier BPW.
FBPW Annual Tea Committee -
Help plan this membership event, held each fall. Select an interesting location, solicit members' donations for refreshments,
and promote the Tea to current and prospective members.
Hospitality Committee -
Arrange for two members each month to provide refreshments at the group meeting.
Public Relations Committee -
Help promote Fauquier BPW and its members through media relations as well as internal and external communications (including managing this Web site).
History Book Committee -
Arrange Fauquier BPW photos, awards, newsletters, and other memorabilia in our award-winning scrapbook.
Business Women of the Year Committee -
Each October during National Business Women's Week, Fauquier BPW honors women for their contributions to business, education and the community. Solicit nominees, select the winners,
select a theme, and plan the Business Women of the Year event.
Fund Raiser Committee -
Help raise funds for Fauquier BPW projects by developing and implementing interesting and successful fund-raisers.
Scholarship Committee -
Fauquier BPW gives scholarships to a graduating (female) senior from Fauquier and Liberty High Schools each spring and also to a woman returning to educational
studies at Lord Fairfax Community College. Contact school officials, read essays submitted by entrants, and make scholarship presentations at the schools.
Newsletter Committee -
Help write, edit, design, and distribute our monthly membership newsletter.
Young Careerist Program -
Recognize the accomplishments of successful women or men and introduces them to the mission and vision of Business and Professional Women/USA (BPW/USA).
Seminar Committee -
Promote equity for working women through education and information events that aids both their personal and professional individual development.
Nominating Committee -
Tasked with selecting potential officers to carry the FBPW torch forward for another exciting, prosperous year.
Program Committee -
Brainstorm for interesting topics to be discussed at our monthly meetings and contact guest speakers to make the presentations.
Topics usually include business skills (e.g. public speaking), personal skills (e.g. time management), women's health, women's finances, etc.
Legislative Committee -
Stay in contact with the Virginia BPW Legislative Committee and keep Fauquier BPW members abreast of issues important to women and business professionals.
Individual Development (ID) Program -
Offer training classes on various topics, including: media relations, public speaking and interviewing, networking, negotiating, recruiting, leadership, and more.
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