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Virtual Resources for Chapter Leaders
- SVA Chapter Members and Leaders often live busy lives
- Schedule meetings at a time when members can attend
- Have an alternative platform for those who can’t attend
- Consider privacy level
- Meetings open to the public should feel welcoming
- Announcements should be short, visually appealing
- Send reminders the day before and one-hour prior to meeting
- Create and circulate a public and private meeting agenda
- Appoint a time-keeper if necessary
- Build in breaks for long meetings
- Take and record attendance
- Make introductions when new members or guests are present
- Follow the agenda
- Establish what needs to be discussed
- Encourage open ended discussions
- Straw polls or a show of hands is an effective way to gauge how the group is thinking
- Always confirm when an issue is settled or tabled for a later date before moving on to next topic
- Summarize the decisions made and outstanding items on the agenda
- Verbally confirm any specific actions
Veterans Benefits Administration continues to provide Veterans with benefits and services while shifting to a virtual environment in response to the Coronavirus. Many in-person services are already available over the phone or online, and VBA is expanding the use of existing technologies to remain accessible to Veterans, service members, and their families. Learn more. You can also read GI Bill updates.
VBA is also hiring. If you or someone you know is interested in a new career path, VBA offers many professional opportunities to both Veterans and civilians looking for new ways to serve. Careers offering competitive salaries, retirement plans, and paid leave are currently available.
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