Commission on African Affairs (COAA)

**TOTAL PUBLIC MEMBERS:** 15 **APPOINTMENT TYPE:** Appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of Council **TERM LENGTH (YEARS):** 3 years **RESIDENCY:** Strong preference for District residency, with representation from all 8 wards **PAID BOARD:** No (all roles are voluntary) *Current District of Columbia residents will receive priority and advanced preference for screening and interviews.* **DESCRIPTION** The Commission shall advise the Mayor, the Council, the Director of the Office on African Affairs, and the public on the views and needs of the African communities in the District. **COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP** The Commission shall consist of 15 public members appointed by the Mayor. **QUALIFICATIONS** Members shall be appointed with due consideration for representation from established public, nonprofit, and volunteer community organizations concerned with the African communities, and members of the public who have shown dedication to and knowledge of the needs of the African communities. **TIME COMMITMENT** The Board meets every other month. *If you are interested in an appointment to this board, please complete the appointment application and attach the required documentation. All applicants will receive an email confirming their application was received. Applications will be screened as they are received. Candidates deemed most suited based on the application will be contacted to schedule further discussion.*