structure and roles of secretariat and committees. It was agreed that the Quaker values be included in the constitution and major documents/publications and websites of the section to act as a frequent reminder to all Friends. The situation analysis (SWOT) identified key strengths and opportunities to be pursued to ensure effectiveness and expansion of FWCC- Africa Section programs. A strong historical background in peace building, large numbers of members, well developed structures, networks with other religious bodies, positive relations with other Quaker bodies and operating in an environment with freedom of worship are the key strengths. Possibility of more collaboration with world Ecumenical bodies and the United Nations; increased conflicts in African states and tapping into more youthful and expert members were mentioned as the opportunities to explore. However major weaknesses and threats were also noted. Weaknesses identified included internal leadership wrangles, weak nomination processes, a poorly remunerated secretariat, lack of financial resources and logistical difficulties. Political crisis, religious intolerance, risk of becoming obsolete due competing programs and economic hardships are the main threats. The strategic priorities selected are based on identifying activities that take advantage of the Section’s strength and opportunities and; rectifies weaknesses and minimizes threats. Five priority action areas identified as pillars to grow and expand FWCC- Africa Section’s programs are:1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Increasing visibility/ publicity of FWCC-AS programs Increasing the funding of FWCC-AS programs Increase Engagements in Peace programs Creating (StrenghtheningStrengthening) unity among various Quaker programs Initiate Climate SMART programs within Africa focused on tree planting
A fundraising strategy to increase the total annual funding to the Section’s program from the current USD 14,000 to USD 52,600 in 2018 and maintain an annual increase of 20% through the subsequent 4 years. This will be achieved through improved contributions from yearly meetings, recruitment of regular local donors, explore sustainable investments, writing of grants winning proposals and rebuilding the high standards of financial integrity values attributed to the early Quakers like Barclays.
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