What does Vaka do?

Vaka's board of directors

Vaka's board of directors is elected by the Vaka's members at the association's general meeting, every spring.

Chairman

The chairman's role is to convene board meetings and manage them and ensure that all board members fulfill their duties as such. The chairman supervises the company's activities and that its laws and bylaws are followed. The chairman is also responsible for all published material of the company.

Vice-Chairman

The vice-chairman is the chairman's deputy in his absence and is also in charge of publishing the company's laws. The vice-chairman keeps track of Vaka's membership and takes care of its renewal.

Secretary

The secretary keeps the minutes of the board's meetings and meetings organized by the company and preserves all published material of the company.

Cashier

The treasurer takes care of Vaka's finances.

Publishing director

The publishing director oversees all of Vaka's publications and ensures that a special election magazine is always published that presents Vaka's policy and list of candidates in the University and Student Council elections. The publishing manager also takes care of the website.

Event manager

The event manager is in charge of all entertainment organized by the company.

Marketing representative

The marketing representative is responsible for the published content not going against Vaka's values and viewpoints and is responsible for the company's image on broadcasting media, such as social media.

Co-directors

Co-directors share tasks in consultation with the board.

Spokesperson

Vaka's spokesperson is elected by the general meeting. The spokesperson oversees Vaka's case work vis-à-vis the Student Council and is Vaka's liaison with the Student Council.

The current board of directors can be seen here

Committees of Vaka

Vaka boasts a variety of vibrant and engaging committees, each offering its own unique experience. Joining one is not only a fun way to get involved but also a fantastic opportunity to dive deep into the inner workings of the movement, meet passionate people, and help shape its future!

International Committee

The International Committee serves as Vaka’s global bridge, captivating foreign students with its vibrant activities and inspiring them to engage fully in the movement’s dynamic community.

Marketing Committee

The Marketing Committee has a multifaceted role: elevating Vaka’s presence across major social media platforms, driving fundraising efforts, and creating eye-catching merchandise designs.

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee drives Vaka's agenda, shaping the movement's direction and addressing key challenges.

Writing Committee

Vaka releases two newspapers each school year: Glaðvakandi in the fall and an election magazine in the spring. The editorial board oversees these publications, handling proofreading and translation of articles and materials.

Events Committee

While Vaka has a rich history of hosting memorable events, it’s the Events Committee that brings the magic to life, expertly organizing, executing, and managing each vibrant party!