Today, Tomorrow, Together (Manifesto)

Resource Mobilization & Partnerships

MANIFESTO 2022-2024

TODAY TOMORROW TOGETHER

Prepared By:

Vernon Davis Candidate Vice Chair Resource Mobilization & Partnerships

CANDIDATE MESSAGE

TODAY TOMORROW TOGETHER It is with great humility that I offer myself to serve in the capacity of Vice Chairperson of Resource Mobilization and Partnerships. I am a proponent of bloc representation of our Small Member States to provide opportunities for our youth, especially as it relates to development and capacity building. My passion is fueled by the personal stories and potential I see in the youth of our region to be able to transform and strengthen the workings of the Caribbean.

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“Our people are our greatest resources, and we must never forget this.”- The Honorable Mia Mottley Q.C, M.P, Prime Minister of Barbados

Vernon Davis Jr.

Candidate Vice Chair Resource Mobilization & Partnerships

Years of preparation and service have led to this moment. With over a decade of experience in youth empowerment and advocacy (in both the Bahamas and Trinidad & Tobago), I offer myself as a change agent for development and resilience of the Caribbean Regional Youth Council.

As a transformational leader in the region, I have worked behind the scenes as a member of the Caribbean Regional Youth Council 2020-2022

Communication and Information Team

to ensure the successful

operations of CRYC while honing my skillset as well.

My MBA training coupled with extensive experience in External affairs I believe gives me the competencies to propel CRYC forward as a greater actor in the global arena. Having worked with representatives from the United Nations, PAHO, Commonwealth Secretariat and diplomatic community, I am adept in establishing sustained partnerships with key stakeholders.

This foundation can aid in transforming the work we do within the Caribbean. Fostering an inclusive, resilient, and financially stable CRYC are three priority areas for me. They align with my values of integrity, respect, community, intersectionality, responsible stewardship, and excellence adopted from my undergraduate and post graduate training, religious foundation, lifelong experience, and humble upbringing.

Through my work over the past two years I have seen the impact of CRYC and its potential within our region and would like to continue to serve as an advocate for youth representation, increased resources, and regional advancement. .

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OUR CURRENT REALITY

Understanding our NOW The Caribbean Regional Youth Council (CRYC) as the lead regional coordinating body for National Youth Councils and engine for youth development across the Region has over the years since inception in 2013 engaged in many partnerships.

Manifested through our hosting of Caribbean Youth Leaders Summit and other successful initiatives.

As an organization while there has many successes in the past, it is important to acknowledge the organization NOW reality. The uncertainty surrounding our current legal Status and the lack of

financial infrastructure

(bank account, financial

statements) requires our collective immediate attention if we are to survive the NOW and move forward into building a sustainable organization.

The COVID -19 pandemic has bought with it uncertainties and challenges however it presents us with OPPORTUNITIES to move CRYC

into an era of resilience,

creativity, and rejuvenation. This will require a new level of ingenuity and resourcefulness given the global challenges that we face alongside with balancing health and economic fragility.

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PRIORITY TODAY

TODAY AGENDA

IN ORDER TO EFFECTIVELY CARRY OUT THE PROPOSED DUTIES, I HAVE DEVELOPED A STRATEGIC PLAN OF ACTION THAT ALIGNS WITH CRYC. IT IS WITH THIS BASIS THAT I WOULD LIKE TO CONTINUE TO BUILD ON THE WORK OF MY PREDECESSORS (IF ELECTED) AND GRACIOUSLY STEER CRYC INTO A DIRECTION OF FINANCIAL SECURITY, MODERNISM, AND DISRUPTIVE

ASSESSMENT & DISPERSE KEY TOOLS TO NYCS

OPPORTUNITIES DESK

SHORT TERM AGENDA

ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE

INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT

STAKEHOLDER MAPPING

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PRIORITY TODAY

SHORT TERM 3-6 MONTH AGENDA (RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND PARTNERSHIPS A foundation has been established for this position that provided a base for further development. With the work done in the past, we can strive to build on the past efforts of the CRYC Executive such as UN ECOSOC Consultative status, potential partnerships, and areas of opportunities.

Innovation. Assessment and Dispersement of Key Tools to NYCS Establish CRYC Bank Account Establish Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Committee ( Finance Caucus comprising Treasurers of Member NYCS) CRYC FInance and Resource Mobilization Policy in collaboration with Vice Chair Policy and Advocacy.

Financial Literacy and Resource Mobilization Capacity Building Training in collaboration with Board Member Training and Development Member.

Stakeholder Mapping [Ongoing] Identify and Engage potential sponsors for CYLS 2022 as a matter of priority.

Establishment of Opportunities Desk on CRYC Website

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ENSURING TRANSPARENCY RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND PARTNERSHIPS Annual Work Plan To guide our activities, an Annual Working Plan would be developed to outline organization priorities, financial regulations, design clear outputs and track progress towards goals.

Electronic Reporting & Funding Database Clear publication of relevant records would be available for CRYC members. Additionally, a database will be designed to promote all funding opportunities available.

Audits Certified, external parties would be invited to periodically check the financial records to ensure ethical preservation and industry standards are maintained.

Memorandum of Understanding Database A comprehensive listing of all Memorandum of Understanding signed by the CRYC would be easily accessible to members.

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RESILIENCE & SUSTAINABILITY RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND PARTNERSHIPS

Disaster Relief Fund Over the past decade, many of our members have unfortunately suffered major loss due to natural disasters. To ensure that CRYC can quickly respond in times of need, I would seek to establish the framework to develop a reservoir of resources to be able to mobilize swiftly once the relevant approvals and signoffs are given. This way, CRYC can help our members when they need it the most limited setbacks.

Investments In recent times, while revenue generation allows for continuity in operations, planning must be made for times of hardship. To ensure the stability of CRYC, I will seek to find means of profitable investment to grow the savings of CRYC to account for hard times in the future.

Risk Mitigation A thorough assessment will take place to forecast all potential risks to the economic stability of CRYC. From this risk register, a deliberate roadmap to navigating these challenges can be developed ahead of time. External, organizational, technical, and business risks will be evaluated to properly prepare CRYC for the future

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RESILIENCE & SUSTAINABILITY RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND PARTNERSHIPS Hand Over Essential to the continuity of the operations of CRYC is smooth handover. Therefore, a handover guide will be created from start of office to capture key milestones and activities to guide the next Vice Chairperson. In that way, there will always be a reference document to ensure sustainability of CRYC.

INNOVATION I will seek to find ways to further enhance the work we do within CRYC. We will embark on new initiative like a regional treasurer database, a financial baseline assessment for each national youth council and new initiatives to bring excitement and proficiency to the financial aspects of CRYC

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INCLUSION & INTERSECTIONALITY RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND PARTNERSHIPS FINANCIAL CAUCUS There will be periodic meetings with financial officers and Treasurers from across the Region to guide, enhance and promote the financial work of the national youth councils.

EQUAL REPRESENTATION Collaborate with Vice Chair Members and Engagement and Secretariat to facilitate safe spaces for highlighting the diversity and uniqueness of our membership to be fostered.

REDEFINING ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE A key pillar of our Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Strategy is TRUST. Therefore if we are to inspire confidence in the CRYC the internal culture has to make a seismic shift. As Vice Chair Resource Mobilization I pledge to work in partnerships with our Internal stakeholders to find tangible ways to spur incentives and foster a welcoming, inclusive environment.

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NETWORKING RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND PARTNERSHIPS STAKEHOLDER MAPPING To clearly strategize our future collaborations, CRYC will develop a stakeholder mapping grid to exhibit the level of power and interest for potential stakeholders and outline their areas of work, impact to our region and other key factors that would influence our partnership building. Increased

INCREASED OPPORTUNITIES Develop unique experiences for our members like agreements to foster international internships, trainings and other opportunities

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BUILDING CAPACITY RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND PARTNERSHIPS Financial Reporting The Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Committee will establish Reporting Templates using international accounting best practices . The CRYC will produce Quarterly Financial Reports as well as Annual Audited Financial Reports . It is my commitment that at each meeting of Members and General Assembly the membership will be provided with an updated financial and resource report. Both the template and Report will be shared amongst the CRYC Membership.

Financial Literacy This pertinent area will be covered through training workshops over the span of my tenure if elected to promote strong money management among members.

Grant Funding Toolkit and Training The Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Committee will seek to establish a toolkit to aid and guide membership on successful Grant Funding Application.

Further to this we would host Capacity Building Training in collaboration with the Training and Development Committee in the area of Proposal Writing and Grant Funding.

Cost Management & Budgeting Training A dedicated financial session for contingency and management reserve preparation and effective cost management across National Youth Councils will be designed.

Succession Planning Essentially I will like to ensure we enhance the skillset of members so that we can have a wide grouping of persons prepared to oversee the finances of CRYC

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CONTACT Phone (Whatsapp) : +1 (242) 815-2509 Email ; vernondavis242@gmail.com Instagram : vdjofficial