People are involved in United Power’s work through their member organizations. They craft and execute campaigns around issues such as health care, housing and criminal justice reform. In addition, United Power organizes clusters of institutions to work on more local issues when needed.
United Power’s Stragey Team is made up of primary leaders from United Power member organizations and acts as the primary leadership and decision-making body of the organization. The strategy team meets at minimum 4 times annually (one per quarter) and more often if needed. Leadership on the strategy team is diverse and rotating. Each member will serve three year terms, with option of renewal; 2 consecutive term limits.
Strategy team leaders are primary leaders in their organizations. Primary leaders can organize 25+ leaders, deliver dues from their institution, attend national IAF training (or regional 5-day), participate in at least one issue team, sets and supports the organization’s annual goals around action, identifying and engaging new leaders and fundraising.
The lead organizer reports to and is accountable to the strategy team.
Co-Chair/President: Richard Townsell
Co-Chair/Vice-President: Nick Brunick
Co-Chair/Vice-President: Elideth Hernandez
Co-Chair/Vice-President: Shenita Muse
Treasurer: Dennis Ryan
Asst. Treasurer: Audrey Pierce
Secretary: Yvonne Smith
Asst. Secretary: Shangwé Parker