Acquires knowledge of how to carry out the duties of the Audio/Video Chair. Carries out various duties assigned by the Audio/Video Chair. In the absence of the Audio/Video Chair, accepts full duties of the Audio/Video Chair. In the event the committee votes to relieve the Audio/Video Chair of their elected position, or if the Audio/Video Chair’s position is vacated for any reason, the Audio/Video Co-Chair will immediately rotate into the position of Audio/Video Chair for the duration of the term.

Audio/Visual Chair Description:

Responsible for all audio and video assets of NYCYPAA. Arranges for the recording of all speakers at NYCYPAA events, ensures the integrity of the audio files, and provides a copy of the digital audio files to the NYCYPAA Archives. Coordinates the production of NYCYPAA videos, including submissions for the Young People’s Video Project at GSO, and other videos as determined by the NYCYPAA Committee; ensures the integrity of the video files, and gives a copy of the digital video files to the NYCYPAA Archives. Cooperates with other NYCYPAA Chairs and A.A. committees to make audio and video assets available as needed. Communicates with the Appointed Committee Member on the Trustee’s PI Committee, who is responsible for the Young People’s video Project. Arranges screenings of NYCYPAA video assets at YPAA conventions or other appropriate events. Responsible for all of NYCYPAA’s Audio/Video equipment, arranges for its transportation to events, and its storage and safe-keeping. Responsible for developing the role of his/her Co-Chair.

Assists Chair with the overall functioning of the committee. Should have a working knowledge of A.A.’s 12 Steps, 12 Traditions, and 12 Concepts. Assists Chair with ensuring that all tasks are accomplished. Acquires knowledge of how to carry out the duties of the Chair. In the absence of the Chair, accepts the full duties of the Chair. Carries out various duties assigned by the Chair. Acts as one of six possible signers for the committee bank account. Acts as a liaison between NYCYPAA and other YPAA committees, staying informed of their activities and contacting them when necessary. In the event the committee votes to relieve the Chair of their elected position, it is the Co-Chair’s responsibility to inform him or her of the committee’s decision. Should keep well-informed of what is happening on each sub-committee and assist as needed. In the event the committee votes to relieve the Chair of their elected position or if the Chair’s position is vacated for any reason, the Co-Chair will immediately rotate into the position of Chair for the duration of the term.

Chair Description:

Responsible for the overall functioning of the committee. Conducts all business in accordance with the NYCYPAA Bylaws. Should have a working knowledge of A.A.’s 12 Steps, 12 Traditions, and 12 Concepts. Holds all elected committee members accountable for the duties of their position and ensures that all tasks are accomplished. In the event the committee votes to relieve a member of their elected position, it is the Chair’s responsibility to inform him or her of the committee’s decision. Should keep well informed of what is happening on each sub-committee and assist as needed with the help of their Co-Chair. Informs the Secretary of upcoming meetings and changes. Maintains a current Outreach Email List with the Secretary. Affixes his or her signature to all committee actions. Acts as one of six possible signers for the committee bank account. Holds one of two keys to the NYCYPAA P.O. Box and coordinates checking for mail with the Secretary. Creates the agenda for each committee meeting. Opens all committee meetings and conducts each meeting in an orderly fashion by recognizing members entitled to the floor, limiting discussion to one person at a time (no side conversation), keeping the meeting focused on the topic at hand, calling the question on all motions properly made and seconded, and announcing the results of all votes. Responsible for developing the role of his/her Co-Chair.

Acquires knowledge of how to carry out the duties of the Events Chair. Carries out various duties assigned by the Events Chair. In the absence of the Events Chair, accepts full duties of the Events Chair. In the event the committee votes to relieve the Events Chair of their elected position, or if the Events Chair’s position is vacated for any reason, the Events Co-Chair will immediately rotate into the position of Events Chair for the duration of the term.

Events Chair Description:

Responsible for finding locations and arranging events deemed appropriate by the committee that promote awareness of NYCYPAA, unity, and recovery. Has knowledge of A.A. Traditions and plans events in conformity with them. Coordinates committee-approved budgets with the Treasurer. Develops ideas for events and arranges all aspects of such events, including but not limited to the place, date, time, speakers, costs, refreshments, music (if necessary), etc. Recruits volunteers to help organize and run all events. Works closely with the Outreach and Graphics Chairs in order to produce outreach materials for all scheduled events. May form a sub-committee and should keep the full committee informed of discussions and actions taken at these meetings. Responsible for developing the role of his/her Co-Chair.

Should have prior experience with website design and implementation. Acquires knowledge of how to carry out the duties of the Website Chair. Carries out various duties assigned by the Website Chair. In the absence of the Website Chair, accepts full duties of the Website Chair. In the event the committee votes to relieve the Website Chair of their elected position, or if the Website Chair’s position is vacated for any reason, the Website Co-Chair will immediately rotate into the position of Website Chair for the duration of the term.

Web Chair Description:

Should have prior experience with website design and implementation. Responsible for maintaining up-to-date website content in conformity with A.A. Traditions. Works together with the Events, Graphics, and Outreach Chairs to make sure all outreach/events materials are posted and removed from the website in a timely manner. Works together with the Secretary to make sure minutes off all committee meetings are posted within one week. Maintains the nycypaa.org email system and promptly updates whenever there is a change in the NYCYPAA committee roster. Responsible for developing the role of his/her Co-Chair.