National Student Advisory Council Member

National Student Advisory Council

Multiple Openings

Academic Year (10 Months)
August 1, 2025 to May 30, 2026

Position Description

The National Student Advisory Council represents our vast community on the national level. As a member of the council, you will act as a key source of input to help us strengthen The ND Alliance’s programming by providing guidance, input, and feedback related to key areas of our work, including:

• Campaign & Event Planning – Support the planning and coordination of various activities, resources, training, and virtual events including The Neurodiversity Alliance’s national awareness-raising campaigns and community-building events. You will provide input and help to identify the themes, activities, speakers, and other key aspects of the events we offer.
• Scholarship & Hiring Committees – Review applications, participate in interviews, and provide input on various candidates for scholarships, leadership roles, and staff positions.
• Fundraising – Participate and promote community involvement in various fundraising campaigns and assist individual clubs with best practices and tips around fundraising for their club.
• Policy & Advocacy – As the representatives of our larger Neurodiversity Alliance community, we look to you to help shape our policy agenda and advocacy priorities.

General Qualifications

• Be between the ages of 16 and 26 and enrolled in high school or college for the 2025-26 school year for all student leadership roles.
• Have a personal connection to Neurodiversity, either through your own lived experience or as an ally to friends and family members. Note: Priority is given to candidates who identify as neurodivergent, including one or more challenges related to learning, such as Dyslexia, ADHD, Processing Disorders, Autism, or similar learning disabilities or challenges.
• Be available to attend our in-person National Neurodiversity Leadership Summit in Denver, CO on August 7-10, 2025  (all expenses paid for by The ND Alliance).
• Be able to commit at least 10 hours per month for Academic Year roles.
• Pass a criminal history check and complete an IRS Form W-9 prior to the start date.
• Be passionate about the mission, vision, and goals of The ND Alliance with a commitment to our values of inclusion and community.
• Be comfortable serving as a public representative and ambassador of The ND Alliance’s mission by representing the organization and community in a positive light.
• Be able to communicate ideas and engage with your peers and staff in a productive and collaborative working environment through whatever format works best for you.
• Be accountable to deadlines and follow through on your responsibilities and projects, including asking for clarification, help, or accommodations when needed.

Role-Specific Qualifications

• Current or prior involvement in The Neurodiversity Alliance programs, including Eye to Eye Mentoring, and other leadership roles.
• Current or prior involvement on your campus in roles such as orientation leader, resident assistant, club & organization leadership, student government, and/or experience planning events and programming on campus.
• Interest or prior experience in policy, advocacy, and raising awareness.

Commitment & Responsibilities

The National Student Advisory Council position is a 10-month commitment beginning August 1, 2025 and continuing until May 30, 2026. During this commitment, you will be expected to:

• Attend 60-minute virtual meetings twice a month – date/time to be determined
• Commit 10 hours per month on various projects and assignments related to the role to be assigned and tracked with your staff mentor.
• Attend the National Neurodiversity Leadership Summit from August 7-10, 2025.
  • Travel, meals, and expenses paid for by The Neurodiversity Alliance.