There are eight boards that help govern and direct the Yearly Meeting. These boards are:

• Christian Education and Discipleship
• Communication
• Congregational Care
• Elders
• Global Outreach
• Leadership Development and Enrichment
• Local Outreach
• Youth and Young Adult Ministry

NOTE — Expectations for all board appointments are:

1. Attend all regular meetings of the body to which appointed. Yearly Meeting in July, Fall Retreat (between September-November as set by board during YM sessions), Midyear Board meetings (last weekend in February, 2007).
2. Participate in the body’s deliberations.
3. Be supportive of consensus decision making.
4. Have knowledge of Faith and Practice and Yearly Meeting purpose/goals.
5. Be an active resident member of an NWYM Friends church.
6. Resign if other commitments prevent full participation.