SHAPE THE FUTURE WITH UCOF
Become a board member.
JOIN THE UCOF BOARD
Do you want to help shape a more inclusive and equitable future in fashion, entrepreneurship, and workforce development?
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United Colours of Fashion (UCOF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering newcomers and BIPOC/visible minority communities through vocational training, employment opportunities, and creative expression. Our programs include the UCOF Sewing Hub Project, Empowered Strides, School Outreach Program and the annual UCOF Fall Fashion Festival. Together, we create a platform for designers, artists, models, and creatives to showcase talent and build careers.
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Learn more about our mission and impact by clicking below.
WHO WE NEED
As UCOF expands its programs and community partnerships, we are strengthening our governance and seeking passionate, skilled leaders to join our Board.​
We value a diversity of professional experience and lived experience, particularly from people with a passion for community empowerment.
We are inviting applications from individuals with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• Finance (CPA, budgeting, financial oversight)
• Legal and governance
• Fundraising & grant development
• Communications & public relations
• Sales, marketing & partnerships
• Digital strategy & social media
• Strategic planning & leadership
• Nonprofit governance & operations
• Advocacy and public policy
• Sustainability and impact measurement
• Community leadership & mobilizing change
• Project management
• Creative industry and fashion sector expertise
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Board members provide strategic guidance, governance oversight, and support fundraising and external partnerships. This is a volunteer role with an expected commitment of approximately 4–6 board meetings per year, plus engagement on one or more committees.
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Board members help ensure the organization’s mission, values, and programs are aligned with community needs and long-term sustainability.​
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UCOF is a Black-led organization grounded in community and guided by the voices, experiences, and aspirations of the people we serve. We encourage applications from individuals who self-identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Colour (BIPOC), as well as people with cross-sector leadership experience.
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By joining the UCOF Board, you become part of a team that:
- Expands economic access and opportunity
- Supports culturally responsive training programs
- Helps launch creative careers in fashion and the arts
- Builds bridges between communities and industry partners
- Promotes multiculturalism across Atlantic Canada
HOW TO APPLY
To express your interest, please submit the following:
• A brief résumé (or LinkedIn profile)
• A short statement of interest (200–300 words) explaining why you want to serve on the UCOF Board and what strengths you bring.
Submit your application documents to: director@ucof-fashion.org
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