What is a Parliamentarian?
A parliamentarian is a consultant who advises the president and other officers, boards, committees and members on matters of parliamentary procedure. But during a meeting, their role is purely an advisory and consultative one to the president. To be part of National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP), one must pass a basic test, which is based on Roberts Rules of Order In Brief. This little book is invaluable in preparing a member for the more arduous task of studying the full Roberts Rules of Order Newly Revised, the bible for Parliamentarians. Once the short test is passed, a member, whether a Unit member or a Member-at-Large, then begins to prepare for the Registered Parliamentarian tests. See the Blog page about this. For those who want to become a paid, professional, the final step is to become a Professional Registered Parliamentarian.
About DFW Parliamentarians
DFW Parliamentarians is a Unit of the National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP) chartered in March 2003 and is also affiliated with the Texas State Association of Parliamentarians (TSAP). There are several Units in the DFW area and you can find them in the PDF File below. Download that file.
DFW Parli always welcomes interested guests and members from all over the metroplex, but you may find a Unit closer to your home or work. For anyone searching for a Registered Parliamentarian or Professional Registered Parliamentarian for consulting work, click on the NAP link above and use the Search function to find someone in your area. Contact them directly.
DFW Parli always welcomes interested guests and members from all over the metroplex, but you may find a Unit closer to your home or work. For anyone searching for a Registered Parliamentarian or Professional Registered Parliamentarian for consulting work, click on the NAP link above and use the Search function to find someone in your area. Contact them directly.
| dfw_area_parliamentarian_units_11-19.pdf |
Unit Officers Immediate Past President & Treasurer Charles Bowles Irving, TX |
Vice President Hester Schwarzer Arlington, TX |
MEMBERS Josie Chavira Hester Schwarzer Rory Etienne Dr. Beth Nikopoulos PhD Charles Bass, PRP |
President Kevin Baker Arlington, TX |
Secretary Denise Hardwick DeSoto, TX |
David Beckworth Reecia Stoglin Leonard Malley PRP Retired |
News of Members plying the parliamentary trades
Parliamentarians are engaged in the community with various activities. Some above are judging student contests. Others are having a meeting.