Role of the CWL Vice President
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The role of the Vice President is to support the President and the work of the council by assisting wherever needed, fostering the education and formation of members, and encouraging membership growth, engagement, and retention.
A key responsibility of the Vice President is helping create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every member feels valued. Building relationships, extending personal invitations, and supporting both new and existing members are essential aspects of the role.
The National CWL provides a variety of resources to support Vice Presidents in strengthening membership and leadership within their parish councils, including:
- Handbook for Vice Presidents (610)
- Brightspace educational modules
- Welcome Program (621)
- Catch the Fire (805A, 805B, 805C)
- Dealing with Conflict in Order to Reach a Win-Win Solution (808)
- Mentoring Workshop (817A, 817B)
- S'Mores Workshop (823)
- The Joy of Leadership (835A–E)
The key to fulfilling this position is to be welcoming, intentional, and persistent in building relationships. Remember Judy Look's "Three Cups of Tea" principle: meaningful connections are built over time, and it often takes several interactions before someone accepts an invitation to join or become more involved. A friendly conversation, a personal invitation, and genuine follow-up can make all the difference in helping women discover the value and joy of belonging to and remaining in the Catholic Women's League.
