board of directors

Board Members

Our board members are responsibilities for hiring the Executive Director and Program Supervisors to run the day-to-day management activities of the organization, and then to provide supervision and evaluation of the Executive Director. Beyond fulfilling legal duties, our board members are a valuable asset of resources for MDA/MAO in multiple ways, our board members is responsible to serving as community liaison to the Montagnard community across NC, staff supporters, carry out organization's missions, visions, and play significant roles providing guidance to MDA/MAO by contributing to the organization’s culture, strategic focus, effectiveness, and financial sustainability, as well as serving as ambassadors and advocators to our community and community partners. 

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

Our Advisory Board Members are some of the original founders of the MDA from 1986. Their purpose is to offer any advice, share history/culture, and guidance to the board of directors to help them make decisions that are in keeping with MDA's mission and visions and that are in the organization's best interest. The advisory board members also serve as community liaison. 

COMMUNITY ADVISORY COUNCIL(CAC) RESEARCH MEMBERS

The CAC exists to ensure that our community evolves and sustains long-lasting transformation towards a better and stronger community. We assert our heritage and culture so we can exist with all in equality. We promote, protect and enhance the health and well-being of all Montagnards through community engagement and partnerships with professional organizations and higher education institutions. For research inquiries, please email montagnardcac@gmail.com