Board Member

About CIPC

For 30 years, the California Immigrant Policy Center (CIPC) has been a leading advocate for immigrant communities across California, advancing policies that promote racial, social, and economic justice. Founded in 1996 in response to federal cuts to public benefits and protections for immigrants, CIPC was created to ensure that immigrant communities had a strong statewide voice capable of shaping policy and driving systemic change. Today, CIPC is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that engages in advocacy, organizing, and strategic communications to build collective power and advance a more just and inclusive California.

Working alongside immigrant communities, policymakers, and coalition partners, CIPC has helped lead some of the state's most significant immigrant rights victories, including the Safe and Responsible Driver Act, the TRUST and TRUTH Acts, the California Values Act, Health for All, the California Earned Income Tax Credit, and One California—the nation's largest state investment in immigrant legal services and protections. As California continues to shape the future of immigrant inclusion, CIPC remains committed to advancing policies that ensure all people can thrive with dignity, safety, and opportunity.

Mission

The California Immigrant Policy Center (CIPC) upholds the humanity of immigrant communities in California by transforming systems to achieve racial, social, and economic justice.   

Vision

CIPC envisions a welcoming and prosperous California where all people — regardless of status or background — thrive with dignity, safety, and freedom.

About the Board

CIPC's Board of Directors provides strategic leadership, governance, and stewardship to ensure the organization fulfills its mission and remains responsive to the needs of immigrant communities across California. Board members serve as ambassadors for the organization, helping strengthen partnerships, advance organizational sustainability, and support CIPC's long-term impact.

As CIPC continues to grow and deepen its statewide influence, we are seeking committed leaders who are passionate about immigrant justice and interested in helping shape the future of one of California's leading immigrant rights organizations.

Role & Responsibilities

Board members are expected to:

• Provide strategic guidance and organizational oversight.
• Uphold CIPC's mission, vision, and values.
• Participate in quarterly board meetings and monthly committee work.
• Support organizational fundraising, resource development, and relationship building.
• Serve as ambassadors for CIPC within their professional and community networks.
• Review and approve key organizational policies, budgets, and strategic priorities.
• Partner with the Executive Director to ensure strong governance and organizational effectiveness.
• Contribute their expertise, lived experience, and leadership to strengthen CIPC's impact.

Ideal Candidate

We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are committed to advancing immigrant rights and social justice.

Ideal candidates may bring expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Public policy and advocacy
• Nonprofit leadership and governance
• Finance, accounting, or audit
• Legal services or immigration law
• Fundraising and philanthropy
• Communications, media, or narrative change expertise 
• Human resources and organizational development
• Community organizing and movement building
• Technology, innovation, or data strategy

We particularly encourage applications from immigrants, descendants of immigrants, and leaders who reflect the diversity of California's communities.

Successful board members are collaborative, strategic thinkers who are committed to equity, accountability, and collective leadership.

Interested in Serving?

If you are passionate about creating a more just and inclusive California and want to help shape the future of immigrant rights advocacy, we invite you to express your interest in joining the CIPC Board of Directors.