Proposed Bylaws Amendment

1. ARTICLE II: MEMBERSHIP 1. Section 1: Membership Types: i.    SVYD shall have three types of membership: (1) Active Non-Voting Members; (2) Active Voting Members and (3) Associate Members. 1. Active Non-Voting Identification Guidelines: Membership shall be open to persons who are at least 14 years old and not more than 35 years old who …

Agenda – June 15,2015

Welcome, Introductions, and Potluck Officers Reports President (Alex Wara) Membership Director (Emily Ann Ramos) Secretary (Juan M. Quinones Treasurer (Joshua Barousse) Old Business Bylaw change (View amendment) Nomination of 2015-2016 officers New Business Election of 2015-2016 Officers VII. Announcements VII. Adjournment

Bylaws Amendment

SVYD’s Participation in State Party Endorsements. As a chartered Democratic club, SVYD is entitled to participate in pre-endorsing conferences conducted by the California Democratic Party (“CDP”) at the regional level, as part of the CDP’s multi-step process for endorsing candidates and ballot propositions and initiatives. SVYD’s participation is governed by Article VIII, Section 3g(5)(c) the …

Minutes – May General Membership Meeting 5/18/2015

Meeting called to order at 7:28 p.m. by President Agenda approved unanimously Officer Reports President (Alex Wara) – Update from Convention SVYD was the recipient of 2 awards: CYD Chapter of the Year and Region 7 Volunteer of the Year. Next convention will be in San Jose on February 26-28. Since convention will be in …

Job opportunity: Silicon Valley Leadership Group

The Silicon Valley Leadership Group, a public policy business trade association is seeking qualified candidates for an Environment and Energy Program and Policy Associate position. Learn more

Job Opportunity: Voices College-Bound Language Academy

Voices College-Bound Language Academy is currently seeking passionate and dedicated educators who have an unwavering belief that ALL students can achieve at high levels.  Voices College-Bound Language Academy (Voices) is a Language Immersion K-8 charter school founded on best practices, innovative initiative and the search for excellence. We are currently seeking teachers for our brand new …

Job Opportunity – Silicon Valley Community Foundation

Research and Policy Manager The research and policy manager will work with the director of research and policy in developing and executing projects focused on school quality and education reform, with a particular focus on low-income and other underserved groups of students. Through data analysis, research, and publications, the manager’s work will seek to develop …

SVYD Holiday Party

December 15 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets: $20 for non-members (includes membership if eligible). Bring an unwrapped toy gift to enter our raffle. Raffle tickets will also be available for purchase. Location Mosaic Restaraunt 211 S 1st St San Jose, CA 95113 Join us for our annual toy drive, raffle, food, drinks, and great company! RSVP on Facebook …

Job Opportunities – Siren

SVYD leader and former executive board secretary, Victoria Ramirez shared two positions opening at Siren.   Advocacy Campaign Coordinator Organizing Director You can contact Victoria if you have any questions regarding the positions or the organization.

MINUTES – NOVEMBER GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING 11/17/2014

Alex called to order at 7:00 p.m. Agenda approved : Jeff second by Mathew I. Welcome and Introductions Jeff second Mathew Savage II. Guest Speakers: none III. Officer Reports A. President (Alex) B. Vice President of Membership (Emily Ramos) Nothing I. Women’s Leadership Committee Report (Sara) Nothing new. C. Secretary (Juan Quinones) Nothing to report …