Message from the Convention Coordinators

From the Convention Coordinators

Corliss Baker, RP

Carol Davis, PRP

Henry Lawton, PRP

Leonora Branca, PRP From the Convention Coordinators

Greetings and welcome to the National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP) 43rd Virtual Biennial Convention. The theme for this convention is NAP-Keepers of the Democratic Process. The convention also marks the 91st Anniversary of NAP 1930-2021.

This is the first virtual biennial convention in the history of NAP, only because we are confronting a time of many changes. I know we all had Georgia on our minds, and perhaps some may have wanted to take the midnight train to Georgia, however, as we balance work, life, and self-care, our main concern is that the members remain healthy and safe.

The workshop coordinators Henry Lawton, Jr., PRP and Leonora Branca, PRP have planned great workshops. They have selected outstanding presenters, who will provide topics based on the Body of Knowledge.

We express our gratitude to the convention committees for their hard work and dedication and you, members for supporting the convention journal. The coordinators express their sincere gratitude to Jacquelwyn Anthony, RP of Georgia, for her attention to detail in recording the minutes of the planning meetings. Also, a special thank you to NAP President Darlene Allen, PRP for her leadership.

The convention coordinators and committees hope that you will have a memorable virtual experience.

Corliss Baker, RP Convention Coordinator Carol Johnson Davis, PRP Assistant Coordinator