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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_area_parliamentarian_units_11-19.pdf
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 Unit Officers

Immediate Past President & Treasurer
Charles Bowles
Irving, TX



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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
Members of DFW Parliamentarian and guests hold a business meeting and learn about parliamentary procedures.
Charlie Bowles and a group of parli partners from Dallas judge the BPA competition in April.
Charlie Bowles judges HOSA State Competition for high school and college parli pro teams in 2018.
Parliamentarians are engaged in the community with various activities. Some above are judging student contests. Others are having a meeting.