On 9 October 2011 12:18, Nathan nawrich@gmail.com wrote:
I could probably look this up and find out, but can anyone tell me when the next Board election will be?
Nathan
Two board members are selected by chaptersl however, the board has certain rights to refuse the selected candidates. Chapter-selected candidates will be appointed in 2012.
The WMF-wide community holds an election in odd-numbered years to nominate three candidates. Again, the board has certain rights to refuse the candidates with the most votes.
The remainder of the board members are selected for their expertise, with the exception of the "Founder" seat which is approved on a regular basis.
The primary responsibility of Board members is to the Foundation, not to the community or the chapters or to any other external agent.
This is all available for review in the Bylaws.[1]
Risker/Anne
[1] http://wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Bylaws#Section_3._Selection.