The Membership Committee shall be responsible for marketing the Institute in the recruitment and retention of Members.

The Legislative Committee functions in support of the mission of the Institute. The Legislative Committee shall report at the Annual Meeting on relevant legislation that impacts racial equity for people of color related to advocacy, community and coalition building, research, economic opportunity, policy justice, and leadership development and shall present a legislative agenda for consideration by the Board of Directors.

The Fellowship Committee shall oversee the Institute’s Fellowship the program and promote the interest and involvement of students in Ohio related to advocacy, community and coalition building, research, economic opportunity, policy justice, and leadership development.

The Communications Committee shall be responsible for improving community relations by disseminating information to the Board of Directors and Membership and statewide partners regarding Institute activities, developing media and promotional materials for the Institute, and providing oversight to website and newsletter content.

The Education Committee shall be responsible for strengthening organizational capacity through the development and delivery of educational programs and assisting the Executive Director and Executive Committee in organizing educational events with the participation of Membership and other statewide partners.

The Financial Development Committee shall identify and cultivate relationships with potential funders to ensure the financial sustainability of the Institute, as well as organize fundraising events.

The Research and Grant Committee shall identify, disseminate, and conduct research that advances the mission of the Institute and seek grant opportunities that align programmatically with the mission of the Institute.