Management Board volunteers

What does the Board do?

The Chairman, Chairman Elect, Treasurer and up to 12 Trustees form the Management Board. As directors of the corporate charitable Society it is their responsibility to lead and direct the RSCDS throughout the year. The Board’s directors are responsible for, amongst other things:

  • Ensuring compliance with charitable and corporate legislation
  • Determining the strategy for the achievement of the charitable objectives
  • Preparation of the annual financial statements and trustees report
How do I join?

In order to join the Management Board, you must first be a member of the RSCDS (either an HQ member or RSCDS Branch member). We are currently seeking nominations from members who have a diverse range of skills and abilities to support the Society and help us achieve and develop our strategic aims"To grow a vibrant worldwide community of Scottish Dance and Music".

Current vacancies

If you wish to nominate yourself (or encourage any other suitable members to put themselves forward) then the deadline for nominations is Saturday 12 September 2020.  Elections for the Management Board and each Committee are held at our Annual General Meeting during the first weekend of November. 

Find out which role will suit you best below:

Position No. of vacancies Terms of office
Chair Elect 1 2 years, followed by 2 years as Chair
Members 7 3 for 3 years, 3 for 2 years, 1 for 1 year

 

*Please note that all voluntary roles are unpaid, but expenses will be covered by the RSCDS*

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There are 159 RSCDS Branches and over 300 Affiliated Groups in more than 50 countries around the world, located on all continents (except Antarctica).

They organise and run classes, dances and other social events in their own areas and are committed to helping develop Scottish Dance and Music for future generations.

We encourage you to try Scottish Country Dancing for yourself to see just how much fun it can be, so please come along and learn how to 'Dance Scottish'. 

Wherever you are in the world there is most likely Scottish Country Dancing.

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