After months of turmoil that included a presidential recall attempt and a proposal to dissolve, Chicago Gender Society (CGS) has elected a new board of directors.
Approximately 30 attended the transgender organization's April 9 meeting, at which the new officers were chosen by popular vote.
Jacquiline Perry ran unopposed for president, a position she has held in the past.
Perry's election comes after some CGS members unsuccessfully attempted to recall former President Carol Rodgers due to leadership conflicts within the organization.
Following the recall attempt, Rodgers introduced a proposal to dissolve CGS and create a new organization. Rodgers said she intended to build an organization that would bolster the group's waning numbers and engage younger community members. But members largely opposed her and refused to vote on the proposal, questioning why she did not start her own independent organization.
It has been a difficult few months for CGS. Late last year, the organization announced an end to its Be-All Conference, one of the nation's largest transgender gatherings, due to dwindling attendance and funds.
Several CGS members said they hoped that new leadership would quell tension within the organization.
Also elected April 9 was Vice President Audry Farber, Secretary Jackie Miller, Treasurer Nicole Richmond and Representative at Large Brenda Johnson.