NYSPA Committees

The Executive Committee oversees operations and is empowered to transact business as may be necessary between regular meetings of the Board of Directors. The committee oversees and monitors NYSPA’s governance, finances, programmatic operations, marketing, fundraising and public relations efforts and implementation of the strategic plan.   Executive Committee membership is limited to the Officers of the Board of Directors and 2 additional BoD members that may be appointed to serve on the Committee. It is led by the NYSPA Board President and meets at least twice per year.

The Finance Committee is responsible for developing the annual budget; authorizing, reviewing and accepting the annual Financial Review auditor and reports; and review and update as needed, all financial-related policies.  The Committee is responsible for adherence to, and enforcement of, NYSPA’s Board of Directors Conflicts of Interest Policy, Whistleblower Protection Policy and Audit Oversight Policy. Finance Committee membership includes at least 3 Board members and any interested NYSPA general members.  It is led by the Treasurer and meets at least twice per year.

The Advocacy Committee is responsible for promoting the interests of NYSPA by monitoring legislation, informing policymakers, and educating members on issues that affect them. Its roles include researching policy; building relationships with government officials; gathering input from Perinatal Partners; developing annual action plans; reviewing all requests for NYSPA support and sign-on; and engaging members in advocacy activities to inform public opinion and policy. Advocacy Committee membership includes at least 3 Board members and any interested NYSPA general members. It is led by an appointed chairperson and meets at least twice per year.

The conference planning committee is responsible for developing the program for the annual Perinatal Partnership Conference, determining the venue, securing continuing education credentialing, and assuring post-program evaluation.  The Committee also reviews and makes recommendations for all conference related materials. Committee membership includes at least 4-5 Board members and any interested NYSPA general members.  It is traditionally led by Co-chairs and meets monthly September – June.

The Education Committee is responsible for identifying topics of interest for NYSPA members, affiliates and others interested in advancing their professional and/or personal knowledge and expertise and organizing at least three virtual webinars annually.  Committee membership includes at least 3 Board members and any interested NYSPA general members. It is led by an appointed chairperson and meets at least quarterly each year.

The Membership Committee is responsible for monitoring NYSPA membership at all levels (Perinatal Partners, Corporate/Business, Organization and Individual), determining various membership level benefits, and identifying strategies for recruiting new members.

Committee membership includes at least 2 Board members and any interested NYSPA general members. It is led by an appointed chairperson and meets at least quarterly each year.