PRIDE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
The Pride Leadership Council (PLC) is a group of students who volunteer in a variety of leadership and advocacy roles in Pride and across campus as representatives of the CSU LGBTQIA+ community.
PLC meets regularly with staff of the Pride Resource Center to provide feedback on campus initiatives, create projects based on their passions and community needs, and to continue developing as leaders and advocates of our community. There are many ways you can get involved in the Pride Leadership Council, with varying levels of commitment. Please read the descriptions and expectations below to learn more about our positions. All members of PLC are expected to attend regular meetings (2-3 hours per month) and uphold Pride’s Community Guidelines.
In the past, PLC has advocated for funding for the Lavender Cabinet, increased signage for all gender restrooms across campus, passed bills within ASCSU, got an All Gender restroom added to Clark, met with university leadership to discuss LGBTQIA+ student safety and more.
PRIDE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL POSITIONS
ASCSU SENATE TEAM
The Associated Students of CSU (ASCSU) are elected representatives who advocate for CSU students on campus and at the local, state, and national levels of government. ASCSU oversees the allocation of student fees for campus programming, athletics, and a wide variety of services such as RamRide, Transport, Rams Against Hunger, media publication and much more. In addition to representatives of each academic college, each Student Diversity Programs & Services office has representation in ASCSU. The Pride Resource Center typically has 6 seats in ASCSU; 2 Senator and 4 Associate Senator positions.
EXPECTATIONS OF THE ROLES INCLUDE:
- Represent needs of CSU LGBTQIA+ students in ASCSU meetings, elections, voting, subcommittees, etc.
- Attend ASCSU meetings once a week, plus additional subcommittee meeting requirements.
- Build relationships and partner with senate teams of the other SDPS offices.
- Speak with LGBTQIA+ students to best represent their needs.
Pride Advocates
These student representative positions serve on university committees aimed to support LGBTQIA+ and other marginalized students. Opportunities vary each year but may focus on topics such as gender affirming healthcare, gender inclusive housing, trans equity initiatives, and providing feedback to university leadership. The Pride Resource Center typically has 2-5 positions.
EXPECTATIONS OF THE ROLES INCLUDE:
- Provide feedback to staff about healthcare, mental health resources, housing, policies, and other aspects of the student experience.
- Attend various committee meetings as student representatives.
- Speak with LGBTQIA+ students to best represent their needs.
STUDENT ORG LEADERS
LGBTQIA+ affiliated student organizations are invited to stay connected to the Pride Resource Center through the Pride Leadership Council. Pride is committed to investing in our student orgs’ development, leadership, membership, and legacy.
EXPECTATIONS OF THIS ROLE INCLUDE:
- Must represent an active Registered Student Organization (RSO) that is connected to LGBTQIA+ experiences on campus, or actively in the process of becoming a registered student organization.
- Student organization representatives must follow policies and guidance by their organization advisor and the SLICE office.
VISIBLE VOICES REPRESENTATIVES
Members of Visible Voices are welcome to apply as representatives of this volunteer group to advocate on behalf of LGBTQIA+ community members and the trends they notice through the Visible Voices program. There are 2 positions available each year.
EXPECTATIONS OF THE ROLES INCLUDE:
- Must be a current Visible Voices volunteer who has gone through annual training.
- Serve as liaison between Pride Leadership Council and Visible Voices volunteers, through sharing feedback, extending invitations to join projects, etc.
- Advocate on behalf of trends and experiences learned via Visible Voices.
PRIDE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL APPLICATION
We are looking for folks to participate in our Pride Leadership Council as members of ASCSU (Associated Students of CSU), Pride Advocates and Student Org Leaders. These positions are volunteer opportunities that are a great fit for those looking to get involved and grow skills in advocacy and collaboration. Email maggie.hendrickson@colostate.edu with questions.
