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Stonewall Sports Atlanta, Inc. is completely volunteer-run — our leaders are passionate about building a stronger LGBTQ+ community in Atlanta, investing in philanthropic causes, and having fun! This Fall we hold our elections to fill several roles on our Executive, Leadership and Sports Board's and we will use this page to provide all the details surrounding our elections.
Elections Central
Overview
Our Board of Directors elections process takes place during the months of September and October. The positions on our Board are staggered for election between even and odd numbered years, and we have ten positions up for elections this year.
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There have been some important changes to the bylaws and election process this year, so we want to take a moment to explain those and then outline the election process through this page. Changes to the elections process and bylaws since last year include:
Expanded Voting Eligibility
Last year we introduced ElectionBuddy, a secure e-ballot system that made it easier for our league to run fair and accessible elections. Building on that progress, we are thrilled to announce an important change: our voting base is expanding to include the entire Stonewall Sports Atlanta membership.
In the past, only Team Captains held voting rights in leadership elections — a limitation largely tied to the challenge of collecting votes from a wider group. With ElectionBuddy in place, that’s no longer an obstacle, and the Board has decided that broadening eligibility is in the best interest of our League.
Here’s what’s new:
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Executive & Leadership Board Elections: Any person who has been a registered player in the past year will now have a vote.
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Sports Director Elections: Any person who has been a registered player in the relevant sport within the past year, along with members of the Board of Directors, will have a vote.
This change ensures that our elections truly reflect the voices of the players and community members who make Stonewall Sports Atlanta possible.
Communications Director role adjustment
Over the past year, the Board has worked to clarify the roles and responsibilities of each Director. Through this process, we identified that the Communications Director role had become too broad, often overlapping with other positions and placing an unsustainable workload on one person.
To better balance responsibilities, the Board has approved splitting this role into two: Communications Director and Creative Director.
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Communications Director → Oversees the League’s messaging and communications identity, ensuring consistency and clarity across all platforms. They are responsible for the League’s voice, tone, league-wide emails, website content, press releases, and quarterly updates.
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Creative Director → Oversees the League’s visual identity and creative expression across member-facing platforms. They are responsible for design, media, photography/videography, social media graphics, and creative campaigns.
These two roles will work closely together, and this change ensures that each is aligned with a fair and sustainable workload for a volunteer position.
General Timeline
9/08
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10/08
Applications
Applications for positions will be accepted electronically through a Google Form. Applicants will be asked to submit high-level details about their qualifications/goals for the position.
Sept 22
@ 7PM
Election Information Session - Hosted virtually via link below
If you are interested in applying and have any questions about the elections process or position responsibilities, join us and ask! The elections committee will be on this virtual webinar to answer your questions! Not able to make it? You are still welcome to email and we will do our best to connect with you! All questions can go to:
atlanta-elections@stonewallsports.org
Stonewall Sports Atlanta - Elections Info Session
Monday, September 22 at 7pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/mjf-baow-mxd
10/15
Candidates Announced
The Election Committee will review the applicants and select up to three per position, as outlined in the bylaws, and announce the official candidates. Each candidate will be given the opportunity to provide a brief bio and candidate platform to be shared out on SSA socials.
10/15
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10/21
Campaigning Period
Candidates will be given two weeks to campaign as they see fit amongst the organization and voting members before the elections ballots open, and then can continue campaigning up until the ballots close. Any campaigning before this period should specify that they are an applicant for the position and not yet a candidate.
10/20
7:30PM
@ATL EAGLE
Meet the Candidates Event
SSA will host an in-person event where all candidates will be given equal time to introduce themselves to members and outline their platform, followed by a socializer period during which candidates can be available for direct Q&A with members.
10/20 7:30 PM at Atlanta Eagle
10/22
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11/05​
Elections Period
Elections will be performed via electronic ballot via ElectionBuddy.com which will be distributed to all eligible captains for the particular elections. Voting will begin Oct 22, 2025 4:00 PM and will end November 5th, 2024 4:00 PM.
11/9
Results Announcement
Elections results will be made public including the vote tallies for all elections. Our new directors officially start January 1st, 2026, but the transition process will start right away to make sure they are ready to go come January!
Positions Open For Election
Commisioner
Term 2026-2027
As the chief officer of Stonewall Sports Atlanta, the Commissioner leads the League by setting its vision and priorities each year. They guide the work of all directors, ensure our operations run smoothly, and represent Atlanta within the larger Stonewall Sports network. The Commissioner helps keep the League moving forward and aligned with its mission of community and inclusion.
Athletic Director
Term 2026-2027
The Athletic Director leads the League’s sports programming, ensuring every player has a consistent, fun, and safe experience across all leagues. They chair the Sports Board, support and train Sport Directors, and set league-wide standards for gameplay, rules, registration, and weather policies. Their leadership ensures our sports remain the heart of Stonewall Atlanta.
Communications Director
Term 2026-2027
The Communications Director is the voice of the League. They keep members informed and engaged through clear, consistent messaging across emails, the website, and press releases. By making sure our members and community partners know what’s happening, they help shape the League’s identity and connection with the community.
DEIB Director
Term 2026-2027
The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) Director champions inclusivity across the League. They lead efforts to make our programs accessible, diverse, and welcoming, and guide the League in decisions about recruitment, partnerships, and programming. Their leadership helps ensure Stonewall Atlanta lives up to its values of equity and belonging.
Bowling Director
Term 2026-2027
The Bowling director oversees the day-to-day operations of the bowling league. They work to alongside the Athletic Director to plan and execute the multiple seasons of the league including: scheduling weekly games, establishing the rules, and maintaining scores and standings for the league.
Technical Director
Term 2026-2027
The Technical Director supports the League by keeping us organized and on track. They prepare agendas and minutes for Board meetings, maintain official League records and documents, and help coordinate elections to ensure a fair and smooth process. By managing these details, the Technical Director helps the Board stay accountable and the League operate effectively.
Events Director
Term 2026-2027
The Events Director brings the League together off the field by planning and leading high-quality events that celebrate our community. They organize signature social gatherings such as kickoff and end-of-season parties, ensuring members have opportunities to connect beyond gameplay. Working with venues, vendors, and volunteers, the Events Director helps create inclusive, memorable experiences that strengthen the culture of Stonewall Sports Atlanta.
Creative Director
Term 2026 (one-year)
The Creative Director is the League’s visual storyteller. They lead the design of graphics, photography, and campaigns that highlight our members, sports, and events. By working closely with Communications Director, they ensure the look and feel of Stonewall Atlanta reflects our energy, inclusivity, and spirit.
Volleyball Director
Term 2026-2027
The Bowling director oversees the day-to-day operations of the bowling league. They work to alongside the Athletic Director to plan and execute the multiple seasons of the league including: scheduling weekly games, establishing the rules, and maintaining scores and standings for the league.
Darts Director
Term 2026-2027
The Darts director oversees the day-to-day operations of the darts league. They work to alongside the Athletic Director to plan and execute the multiple seasons of the league including: scheduling weekly games, establishing the rules, and maintaining scores and standings for the league.
Responsibilities
Board Meetings
All Directors are expected to attend monthly Board meetings. These meetings allow us to share updates, plan ahead, and make collective decisions that strengthen the League and keep us aligned with our mission. In addition, the Leadership Board and Sports Board may hold additional meetings as needed to address specific responsibilities, programs, or issues.
Policy Input and Voting
All of our directors are asked for input and given a vote on league-wide policy decisions, including budgeting, bylaw amendments, sports calendars, events, sponsorships, and deciding our new sports, among other matters.
Annual Board Retreat
All of our directors asked to attend our annual Board retreat which will take place at a to be determined time, date and location - typically in January.
League Representation
All of our directors have primary responsibilities specific to their roles, but are also here to support and represent the league as a whole. Attendance at league events beyond the prevue of the specific role is highly encouraged.
How to apply?
Please follow the link below to submit your application, and thank you for being so interested volunteering your time and in making Stonewall Sports Atlanta a better place! If you have any questions, please reach out to us at atlanta-elections@stonewallsports.org.
Who can vote?
Voting for Stonewall Sports Atlanta Board of Directors positions is split into two categories. There is voting for the Executive and Leadership Board Directors and then the Sports Directors.
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The voting members for the Executive and Leadership Board positions is comprised of all registered league players from the 12-months proceeding the start of the elections.
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The voting members for the Sports Directors is comprised of the sitting members of the Board of Directors along with the limited subset of registered league players for the specific sport from the 12-months proceeding the start of the elections.
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How do I vote?
Eligible members will be emailed a link to their electronic written ballot via the Electionbuddy.com system. This system is designed to make sure that all votes are valid ballots while maintaining the privacy of the voters actual vote. If you have any issues with the system, please email us at atlanta-elections@stonewallsports.org for assistance.
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How do I know that I am registered to vote?
Eligible members will receive an electronic ballot to their LeagueApps email when voting begins, and also can be seen on the below linked voter rolls.