FWNS-MD Executive Committee
Election 2026
The election was successfully completed. A new 15-member Executive Committee was elected on July 11, 2026 and formally assumed leadership at the handover ceremony on July 18, 2026.
Election Day: July 11, 2026 · Handover Ceremony: July 18, 2026
Newly Elected Executive Committee
Elected July 11, 2026 · Handover Ceremony July 18, 2026 · Term: 2026–2028
Officers
Directors
Check Your Eligibility
Search your name to verify your membership status and understand your election rights.
Election Schedule
Adopted by the FWNS-MD Executive Committee at a meeting held on May 25, 2026.
| Phase | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Membership Closing Deadline Last day to register/renew for election eligibility | June 13, 2026 | Complete |
| Candidacy Filing Period Opens | June 26, 2026 | Complete |
| Candidacy Filing Period Closes Initial Final Candidacy List published | July 3, 2026 | Complete |
| Candidacy Withdrawal Period | July 4 – July 6, 2026 | Complete |
| Final Candidacy Review & Confirmation | July 6, 2026 | Complete |
| 🗳️ Election Day | July 11, 2026 | Complete |
| Announcement of Results | July 11, 2026 | Complete |
| Handover Ceremony | July 18, 2026 | Complete |
Voter Eligibility
To vote in the 2026 election you must:
- ✓ Be a dues-paying General or Life Member in good standing
- ✓ Have your membership active by June 13, 2026
- ✓ Be a resident of the State of Maryland
- ✓ Present a valid photo ID on election day
Life Members may vote in any election regardless of renewal date, provided they are in good standing.
Candidacy Eligibility
To file as a candidate you must be a Life Member and:
- ✓ Hold valid Life Membership (Individual or Couple)
- ✓ Be nominated by 2 members (one nominating, one seconding)
- ✓ For at-large Board positions: Life Member status is sufficient
- ✓ For President, VP, Secretaries, Treasurer: Must have held Life Membership for at least 1 year (min. 2 yrs total involvement)
Nomination fees for this election cycle will be announced by the Election Commissioner by June 13, 2026.
Election Commissioner
Bhim BK
Election Commissioner
Bhim BK has officially accepted the role of Election Commissioner for the FWNS-MD 2026 Executive Committee Election. He will lead and coordinate the Election Committee and oversee the entire election process to ensure a fair and transparent election.
For election-related inquiries, contact the Election Commissioner through:
election@fwnsmd.org · farwestnepalese@gmail.com15 Seats Up for Election
The following positions will be elected. Up to 3 at-large Members may be appointed by the incoming EC and ratified by the General Assembly.
⚠️ At least 33% of elected positions must be held by women, as required by the FWNS-MD Bylaws.
| Position | Requirements | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| President | Life Member 1+ yr · Min. 2 yrs total involvement | 1 |
| Vice President | Life Member 1+ yr · Min. 2 yrs total involvement | 1 |
| General Secretary | Life Member 1+ yr · Min. 2 yrs total involvement | 1 |
| Secretary | Life Member 1+ yr · Min. 2 yrs total involvement | 1 |
| Treasurer | Life Member 1+ yr · Min. 2 yrs total involvement | 1 |
| Members at Large (Board of Directors) | Life Member status at time of filing | 10 |
Election 2026 Forms & Downloads
File online or download the official forms for candidacy filing, withdrawal, and election information. Need a paper form? Email election@fwnsmd.org.
Candidacy Application Form
Required to file your candidacy. Includes filing fees, nomination signatures, and declaration. Filing period: June 26 – July 3, 2026.
Notice of Candidacy Filing
Official notice outlining candidacy qualifications, filing process, fees, and rules. All candidates must read this before applying.
Candidacy Withdrawal Form
To withdraw your candidacy. Withdrawal period: July 4 – July 6, 2026 by 5:00 PM only. Final and irrevocable.
Election Program Schedule
Official schedule of all election activities from membership deadline through the handover ceremony on July 18, 2026. Includes filing fee table.
For election-related inquiries: election@fwnsmd.org · farwestnepalese@gmail.com
FWNS-MD Official Bylaws
The bylaws govern all aspects of the election process, membership eligibility, and organizational operations. Adopted at the Annual General Meeting, February 28, 2026.
📄 Download Bylaws (PDF)EIN: 93-2746265 · 501(c)(3) Public Charity · Incorporated July 15, 2022