Internal criticism of the Sierra Club’s boss is flaring up again after the environmental organization announced its latest round of staff layoffs this month.
The leadership committee that oversees a Sierra Club state chapter is seeking a vote of “no confidence” in Sierra Club Executive Director Ben Jealous. The criticism comes as employees in the organization say there’s widespread desire for Jealous to step down following repeated rounds of layoffs, budget shortfalls and complaints about Jealous’ management.
The executive committee of Sierra Club’s Oregon chapter voted 9-0 on Friday to advance a resolution asking the green group’s board to take a vote of “no confidence” in Jealous.
“Ben Jealous’s mismanagement of our organization has had significant impacts to the reputation and efficacy of the Sierra Club,” says the Oregon chapter’s resolution. “In his short tenure, he has overseen multiple rounds of layoffs, undermined volunteer leadership, and lost the confidence of staff and volunteers.”
