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Elections

Your ideas, expertise and passion can help shape the future of IPRA

Association Leadership

IPRA Board of Directors

Provide association-wide leadership and help guide IPRA’s strategic direction.

  • Association-wide leadership
  • Strategic governance and planning
  • Broader statewide influence
Apply for the IPRA Board

Section Leadership

Section Board

Lead within your Section and create valuable opportunities for your fellow members.

  • Targeted Section & Committee leadership
  • Focused education, networking and resources
  • Section specific influence
Apply for a Section Board

Helpful Information

Before You Apply

Review the responsibilities and expectations associated with serving as an IPRA volunteer leader.

Leadership That Matters

Why Serve?

Volunteering with IPRA provides an opportunity to grow, connect and make a meaningful impact on the profession.

Grow Professionally

Develop leadership skills, broaden your perspective and expand your professional network.

Make an Impact

Help influence the direction of IPRA and strengthen the park, recreation and conservation profession.

Give Back

Share your experience while helping fellow professionals and communities thrive.

Join more than 250 volunteer leaders helping guide IPRA and represent over 3,000 professionals across Illinois.

What to expect

Election Timeline

From application to installation, here's what you can expect throughout the election process.

August 3, 2026

Applications Open

Applications open for the IPRA Board of Directors and Section Board positions.

August 28, 2026

Applications Close

Submit your application by the deadline to be considered for the upcoming election.

September 17, 2026

Slate Approved

The IPRA Board of Directors reviews and approves the official slate of candidates.

October 12–16, 2026

Member Voting

IPRA Professional Members cast their votes to elect the next volunteer leaders.

November 5, 2026

Election Results Announced

Candidates are notified and election results are shared with the membership.

January 29, 2027

New Boards Installed

Newly elected leaders are officially installed during the IPRA Annual Business Meeting and begin their terms of service.

Ready to Lead?

Applications will be open August 3, 2026 through August 28, 2026 at 5:00pm.

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