EFA members are invited to nominate for election to the Board. As per Rule 10.4 of the EFA Rules of Incorporation, there will be five vacant Board seats at the AGM.
EFA has been in existence for over 30 years now and many past and present Board members have made significant contributions to shifting the needle on government policy and legislation covering digital rights and privacy. EFA exists today because of the achievements and hard work of previous Boards, members and volunteers.
Nominations from new members (that join before the close of nominations) are acceptable, and nominations from people belonging to groups that are traditionally under-represented on the Board are particularly encouraged.
As the current stewards of the EFA legacy we are keen to start building and shaping the next generation of digital rights and privacy advocates. If this resonates with you, EFA is a great space to start developing or honing those skills and being mentored by seasoned campaigners and domain experts.
We encourage diversity and strongly encourage candidates of all age ranges and from all backgrounds, especially LGBTQI+ and First Nations.
What to expect as a Board member
Board members should reasonably expect to spend around 2 – 3 hours per week supporting EFA functions, campaigns and advocacy. We have a monthly board meeting that usually goes for around 2 hours and is held in the evening on an agreed week night. EFA executive officers are likely to spend additional time on EFA matters because of additional responsibilities attached to their relevant position.
If board participation is not on your radar right now, perhaps consider volunteering. See more here.
How to Nominate
- Please:
- Review the Information for Prospective Board Members document
- Review the EFA Ethical Standards document
- Familiarise yourself with your obligations to the Australian Charities and Not For Profits Commission (ACNC) and ensure you are not a disqualified person
- Email [email protected] with the subject line: EFA Board Nomination.
- Your email must set out the following matters:
You wish to nominate for the EFA Board and provide a Candidate Statement which must include the following:
- A brief bio, indicative length up to 500 words
- An overview of why you wish to join the EFA Board and your experience and expertise in promoting digital rights
- A statement of your intentions as a Member of the Board of the EFA
- A statement of any perceived or actual conflicts of interest you might have
You must also affirm you have:
- Read and understood the Information for Prospective Board Members document
- Read and agree to abide by the EFA Ethical Standards, should you be elected to the Board
- An ASIC Director identification number or will be able to obtain one prior to the AGM
- Appraised yourself of your duties to ACNC and have or will sign a declaration should you be a disqualified person as defined by the ACNC
Your Candidate Statement will be provided to members with the formal Notice of the Annual General Meeting, as per Rule 10.5 of the EFA Rules of Incorporation.
Close of NominationsAll nominations must be received before: 17:00 AEDT on Saturday, 1 November 2025.