NOMINATE NOW
AMC Committee Nominations

The strength of Australian Marriage Celebrants Incorporated (AMC) lies in the dedication and leadership of our committee. As we approach our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday 18 March at 7pm EST, we invite our members to step forward and contribute to shaping the future of AMC.

Nominating for a committee position is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact—advocating for celebrants, enhancing member support, and ensuring our association continues to grow and thrive.

If you or a fellow member would like to take on a leadership role, please complete the nomination form below. All nominations must be submitted before the closing date, Friday 14 March 2025 at 10am to be considered for election at the AGM.

AMC is running a 30 minute Zoom session on Thursday 6 March at 7.30pm EST, and repeated on Monday 10 March at 7pm EST, to answer your questions about the committee and volunteering to grow AMC. Links for these sessions will be in the AMC AGM Newsletter announcement.

We appreciate your engagement and look forward to welcoming our next committee!

👉 Submit your nomination below:

To ensure a fair and transparent nomination process, please review the following requirements before submitting your nomination:

  • Eligibility: Only current Financial Celebrant Members are eligible to nominate.
  • Multiple Nominations: You may nominate for one or multiple positions. However, if elected to a position, any other nominations you submitted will automatically be withdrawn.
  • Supporting Information: You may provide a 250-word statement to support your nomination (subject to approval by the Returning Officer) along with a recent headshot (taken within the last six months) against a plain white background.
  • Ballot Display: If approved by the Returning Officer, your photo and statement will be included on the AMC ballot page, accessible online.
  • Submission Deadline: All nominations must be submitted via the form on this page no later than 10:00 AM (AEDT) on Friday, 14 March 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.
  • Election Process:
    • If the number of nominations received matches or is fewer than the number of available positions, nominees will be automatically elected at the AGM on Tuesday, 18 March 2025, as confirmed by the Returning Officer.
    • If nominations exceed the number of vacancies, a ballot will be conducted to determine the elected members.
  • Executive Role Limitations:
    • A Member cannot hold two Executive positions at the same time.
    • If a Member is successfully elected to a position and has also nominated for another contested role, they must withdraw from the second nomination before the election for that role proceeds.

By submitting your nomination, you confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria and agree to abide by the election process outlined above.

The AMC Committee is a voluntary body responsible for guiding the association and upholding its mission. It consists of:

  • Executive Positions: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer
  • General Committee Members: A minimum of three (3) and a maximum of seven (7) additional Members (as per Clause 19 of the Constitution)

Committee Responsibilities & Expectations

  • Meeting Frequency: The Committee meets at least four times per year, typically via Zoom. In 2025, meetings are expected to be held monthly.
  • Executive Role Limitations: A Member cannot hold more than one Executive position simultaneously.
  • Commitment to AMC: All Committee Members must act in the best interests of AMC, exercising due care and diligence while ensuring compliance with the Constitution, Code of Conduct, Objects, and policies & procedures.
  • Pre-Election Information Session: All nominees are strongly encouraged to attend a pre-election Zoom session to understand the role and responsibilities before submitting their nomination.
  • Governance & Meeting Protocols:
    • Committee meetings follow good governance practices.
    • Meeting agendas and written papers are circulated at least 48 hours in advance, including any proposed resolutions for discussion.
    • Robust discussions are encouraged, with all viewpoints respected and considered for the betterment of AMC.
    • Disagreements should focus on the issue, not individuals, and be expressed respectfully.
    • Confidentiality is essential—key discussion points will be documented in meeting minutes, and sensitive matters must remain within the Committee.

By nominating for a Committee position, you acknowledge and agree to these responsibilities and expectations.