About the role
Public Board members serve for a term of two years beginning in July, and may be re-appointed for up to two additional terms. Public Board members serve in a volunteer capacity and are not compensated. Board meetings are held throughout the year, usually during business hours.
Public Board member commitments:
- Attending and actively contributing at Board meetings
- Co-leading and participating in Board Working Groups
- Assisting in preparing the Board’s Annual Report
Eligibility
To serve as a public member on the Board, you must:
- Have expertise or lived experience with digital accessibility and equity barriers
- Show a record of interest, advocacy or action to increase digital accessibility and equity
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Be a current Massachusetts resident
Technical experience is not required.
Conflict of interest information
Public board members are "special state employees" under the Conflict of Interest Law. Under this law, certain business with the state is not allowed while serving on the board. You can contact the Board or the State Ethics Commission with any questions or concerns.