2025-2026 Ad-Hoc Committee: Bylaws 

RID is activating its Bylaws Committee to review and propose updates that strengthen our governance,
clarify  membership structure, and ensure alignment with IRS 501(c)3 requirements.  We are seeking dedicated members who are passionate about policy, compliance, and the future of our  organization.

Goals:

• Article II: Purpose 
• • Align with 501(c)(3) compliance
• Article III: Membership 
• •  Clarify membership categories and eligibility, especially in light of current interpreting certifications.
• Article VI: Board of Directors
• • Section 5: Terms of Office
  • • Review length and transition language.
  • Section 6: Qualifications - 
    • Re-evaluate required credentials (e.g., EIPA, RID/CASLI NIC, BEI) for board eligibility.
  • Section 10: Quorum language clarification
  • • Clarify what constitutes a quorum for board meetings and decisions
  • Article VIII: Committees – Composition and voting member requirements

If you have experience in nonprofit governance, interpreting certifications, or policy development or simply want to contribute to the organization’s long-term sustainability—we welcome your involvement.

Number of members: TBD

Chair: TBD

Committee Members: TBD

Board Liaison: Katryna Arias, Vice-President of Internal Affairs

Click here to submit an application (member login required)