Sweet Adelines International is run by volunteer members through an extensive committee system. Your interests and skills are needed, whether you serve at the chorus, regional or international level. There is always a committee grateful for your active participation. Many women in Sweet Adelines International began serving on a chorus board of directors, or management team, then became active in regional activities and eventually were appointed or elected to regional office. Musically and administratively, Sweet Adelines invites you to grow along with the organization.

The International Board of Directors is elected by the membership and functions as the governing and decision-making body of the organization. The Board elects the officers of the corporation. The International Board of Directors has the full authority to do all things necessary to fulfill the purpose of the organization, including strategic planning, the levying of fees and the execution of contracts. Board members work directly with the international headquarters staff to monitor and administer the organization’s programs.

The Education Direction Committee (EDC) with guidance and approval from the International Board of Directors, plans, supervises and evaluates the work of the international subcommittees involved in planning, monitoring or implementing member education. The EDC also plans and oversees content of international educational events, oversees the Young Women in Harmony Program, approves faculty assignments, and initiates long-range planning, among other duties.

Subcommittee members, selected for their particular expertise, are recommended by the EDC to the International President and Executive Committee to be ratified by the International Board of Directors. The following is a synopsis of each committee reporting to the EDC:

International Faculty Coordinators evaluate and oversee the work of the International Faculty.

International Music Arrangers Program Coordinators oversee the administration of the International Music Arrangers Program.

Judge Specialists administer the International Judging Program and evaluate the work of its members.

Director Education Committee is a standing committee named by the International Board of Directors as a direct response to the findings of the Director Education Task Force. The committee is charged with eliciting and overseeing the ongoing education of directors in our organization.

Published Sales/Marketability Committee reviews arrangements for possible publication by Sweet Adelines International.

The subcommittees just described report to the EDC because they are directly related to education or educational planning. Having a different direction, the following six committees report directly to the International Board of Directors:

The Membership Committee is a new committee named by the International Board of Directors. The committee is charged with creating and developing marketing/membership programs for membership growth and retention.

The Nominating Committee considers potential nominees for the International Board of Directors. The committee is composed of five members: three members of the International Board of Directors and two selected from the membership at large.

Regional Leadership Coordinators oversee regional leader education and training; evaluate and recommend Education Coordinators for appointment by the EDC.

The Showcase Committee plans the annual philanthropic Showcase performance benefiting the Young Singers Foundation and the Young Women in Harmony program. Showcase is held on Tuesday evening during international convention week. The committee oversees its production, and acts on behalf of the International Board of Directors in engaging performers for its shows.

Young Singers Foundation Management Committee oversees the grant and scholarship awards processes; plans, supervises and evaluates the work of subcommittees and volunteers; and oversees the planning and delivery of all fundraising activities.

Editorial Review Board reviews and evaluates editorial and advertising material submitted for publication in The Pitch Pipe and the Sing eZine.