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Membership of AWDF-USA is open to all women of African ancestry and all women in general who share and support the mission and vision of AWDF-USA.
 
Members of AWDF-USA are officially known as ‘Delegates’. AWDF-USA operates 5 levels of Delegates with differing levels of responsibilities and Commitment in the leadership machinery of the foundation.
 
Level 1 Delegates
(The Delegates’ Club exclusive to this level)

About:
Open to all participants of the Miss Africa USA Pageant who have a defined micro project to benefit a community in need Africa or in the United States.
 
Commitment
Membership is free.
All donations to such projects are reported in compliance with IRS 501 c 3 status of AWDF-USA.
Attendance at workshops and Delegates club Alumni events, AWDF conferences and Empowerment workshops.

Benefits:
Delegates receive a free profile of their project on the Foundation website with a fund raising tool.Delegates enjoy the benefits of working under a Non-Profit organization in compliance with IRS 501 C-3 status.

Level 2 Delegates

About:
Open to professional and Business women in North America who share the mission and vision of AWDF-USA. 
 
Commitment and Responsibilities:
Agree to a tax deductible financial contribution of $100 annually, payable in full upon registration.
Serve in one of the Key Focus areas of the Foundation helping out with an ongoing project.
Attend and support AWDF-USA conference calls, Fund Raising Events, Conferences and Empowerment Workshops for Women annually.
Contribute ideas to help drive forward the vision of AWDF-USA.

Level 3 Delegates

About
Level 3 delegates is open to profession and business women with leadership abilities who are ready to take on more responsibilities and give back more in support of AWDF-USA.
 
Commitment and Responsibilities:
Tax deductible contribution of $300 annually, payable upon registration.
Readiness to take on leadership role as Project Coordinator of one of the Key Focus Areas of the Foundation as determined by the Board.
Election to serve as a Project Coordinator is voted on by the board of Directors and depends on how committed the Delegate is and what leadership skills they possess.

Level 4 Delegates
About:
A level 4 Delegate is endowed upon those women who again give more financially and commit to handling more responsibilities than the average Delegate.

Commitment and Responsibility:
A tax deductible annual contribution of $500, payable upon registration.
Readiness to serve as a Project Director on one of AWDF USA projects upon nomination by the Board of Directors.
Readiness to serve as an Executive Officer if need arises
Ability to develop new projects and take a leadership role in implementation of such projects.
Readiness to serve as a member of the Steering Committee for a Project.
Commitment to drive forward the vision of AWDF-USA.
 
Level 5: PATRONS
 
Patronage is endowed upon men and women who go further in their support of the foundation contributing at least $1,000 annually.
Patrons are given the opportunity to Serve on the Executive Board of the Foundation. As determined by the Constitution of AWDF-USA and as nominated and voted on by the Executive Board of the Foundation.
Patrons do not only contribute financially but also provide a powerful network and bring in resources to support the Foundation.
Patrons May be called upon to serve as members of a steering committee for an AWDF-USA project.
Patrons may progress to Honorary Board members as nominated and voted on by the Board of Directors.
Patrons receive an Honorary status and mention at all AWDF-USA Events and major media reports.

Benefits of Being a Delegate of AWDF-USA

You will be affiliated with one of the most respectable and fastest growing Women’s network in the United States of America.
You Become part of the change needed in Africa instead and the world.
You will enjoy the results of the actions you take to make a difference in the lives of women children and communities you touch.
You will enjoy a great opportunity to meet and network with some of the smartest, professional and successful women from Africa diaspora.
You will have a say and your voice will be heard
 
Delegates Guidelines

Delegates Application is via online Registration form only.
Registration Fees are payable immediately upon application.
Delegates renew commitment levels annually
Termination must be by written notice no refunds will be issued.
Delegates receive a T-Shirt and ID Badge upon acceptance.
Delegates are accepted upon review of application by the Board of Directors. If a Delegate application is rejected a full refund will be issued.
Delegates may change their level of Commitment by moving up on the Delegate Levels annually.
 
 



 
 
 



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