Which statement best describes the WAHOSA SLC Vice President's role?

• A. Record accurate minutes, maintain attendance and member roster, handle correspondence, maintain bylaws and standing rules, and distribute minutes and notices.
• B. Publicize chapter activities, prepare press releases, manage social media and newsletters, and document events for archives.
• C. Assist the President, preside in the President's absence, coordinate programs and committees, and help with leadership development and succession planning.
• D. Advise on parliamentary procedure, ensure meetings follow Robert's Rules, help with motions, and maintain order and rules compliance.

Answer: (C)

The Vice President’s role centers on supporting the President, stepping in if the President is unavailable, and guiding the organization’s ongoing work. The statement that describes assisting the President, presiding in the President’s absence, coordinating programs and committees, and helping with leadership development and succession planning best captures how a Vice President keeps leadership moving forward and prepares the group for future transitions. This emphasis on continuity, program oversight, and developing future leaders is what differentiates the VP from other roles.

The other duties mentioned fit different positions: minutes, attendance, roster, bylaws, and notices are typical secretary responsibilities; publicizing activities, handling media, and archiving events align with a communications or public relations role; advising on parliamentary procedure and maintaining order match a parliamentarian or rules-focused role.