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The National Association of Black Counselors is governed by a structured leadership model that ensures accountability, transparency, and alignment with its mission to support and advance the work of Black mental health professionals.
NABC is led by a Board of Directors and an Executive Committee, supported by Executive Directors who oversee day-to-day operations and long-term strategy. The governance structure includes:
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Board of Directors: A volunteer body responsible for setting the overall direction, financial oversight, and policy development for the organization. The Board includes officers such as the Chair, Vice Chair, Clerk, and Commissioner of the Treasury.
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Executive Committee: Includes elected officers, committee chairs, and Executive Directors. This group acts on behalf of the Board between regular meetings and ensures that organizational policies and programs are implemented effectively.
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Executive Directors: Serve indefinitely and have direct oversight of daily operations, staff management, and the execution of strategic goals. They are foundational to the organization and may not be removed or replaced without a formal and rigorous process.
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Committees: NABC forms both permanent and ad hoc committees to support key areas such as finance, programming, regional leadership, and advocacy.
All leaders must be active members of NABC in good standing. Governance decisions are made in accordance with the organization's bylaws, and meetings are conducted with respect to parliamentary procedures and confidentiality standards.
To ensure ethical leadership, NABC upholds a strict conflict of interest policy, requires annual disclosures from leadership, and conducts periodic reviews to maintain compliance with its nonprofit status.
