Dear colleagues, The following invitation letter has been sent to you since March 8, 2013, we haven't heard your response since then. Please, let us know as soon as possible if you will attend the upcoming conference(s) at New York City USA and Accra-Ghana.
Conference Theme: Sustainability and Global Economic Downturn A range of challenges from volatile oil and food prices, financial, economic and debt crises to climate change are threatening global efforts to achieve development that is sustainable, or that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. These multi-dimensional challenges do not have purely economic solutions, nor purely social or environmental ones. They require integrated solutions that combine economic, social and environmental elements. The Global Research Fund for Sustainable Development by far the best analysis of how the economic and debt crises will affect humanitarian and development funding and how to develop a counter-cyclical strategy building. The conference programme is dedicated to the current situation and offers an open international forum for the discussion of this topic. The aim is to establish new design perspectives and actions through dialogue with representatives from civil society, politics, economics, science, individuals amongst others. The Conference will also engage participants in sharing experiences and articulating perspectives on how to enhance their activities in the financing of their various projects, especially the NGOs/CBOs including round table panel discussions and break-out sessions, interactive dialogue, workshops, caucuses and other activities. Conferences dates and Locations: • 11th – 15th November, 2013 in New York City, USA • 18th – 22nd November, 2013 in Accra-Ghana Participants and target groups: Governments and international organizations, civil society, NGO/CBO, the business and public sectors, academics institutions and leaders and Individuals amongst others. Registration: Please email the conference Organizing Committee at: registrat...@grfsdev.org with copy to intl.summit.commit...@secretary.net and request for the registration form and the registration modalities. Further information including a detailed timetable with task distribution and materials for discussion will be communicated to you. Financial Support Acknowledgement and Sponsorship: It is gratefully acknowledged that the Organizing Committee receives financial support from philanthropists, foundations, banks, and international non-governmental organizations for the participation of delegates from middle and low income countries (World Bank classification). In consequence, the GRFSDEV will provide sponsorship for up to three (03) International delegates from selected organizations and individuals in low and middle income countries. However each delegate is required to pay a small registration fee. The sponsorship package covers accommodation, voyage, per diem, meals and refreshment during the conference and a delegate bag with conference documentation. The sponsorship package excludes all other personal demands including medical expenses amongst other after the conference sessions. The GRFSDEV conference committee will assist delegates to acquire Visas and/or any other travelling documents where applicable. The extended deadline for late registration is TUESDAY, 15th OCTOBER 2013, to ensure timely receipt of registration forms, processing and allotting of sponsorship packages to eligible delegates. CONFERENCES COROLLARY ACTIVITIES YOU MAY BENEFIT FROM: Our organization operates in support of international grant and donation through international representation and partnership with local groups, institutions and highly credible and trustworthy individuals. We work in the belief that community based organizations are central to transforming the lives of their communities through their own efforts and in collaboration with local, national and international partners. Computer Grants: With our Project "A Computer in Every Home” we are committed to the reuse & recycling of electronics for social good. We provide computers and communication technology to underserved communities around the world, regardless of their geographic location or economic resources. We are looking for trustworthy individuals from public or business sector, civil society members, NGO/CBO, School, library, academics centers amongst others to serve as focal points to distribute refurbished desktops and laptops in their communities. We may furnish selected individual or organizations with a minimum of 500 up 1000 desktop, laptops. International Recruitment: In order to expand our organization’s network and develop international partnership with other organizations or individuals worldwide, we will organize a recruitment session to select organizations and qualified individuals to partner with and to represent our causes in their countries of origin. Projects Funding: The Global Research Fund for Sustainable Development contributes to the creation of a sustainable world by supporting community based organizations to overcome poverty through its grant and projects funding program. Submitted projects that meet our grant criteria will be funded. CAPACITY BUILDING TRAINING WORKSHOPS: Furthermore in order to strengthen nonprofits capacity building and to enhance sustainability and maximize impact, we will offer accessible, cost-effective training and education for nonprofit executives, staff, and board members to stay on top of the latest trends and best practices in nonprofit management. The following topics will cover during the workshops: I-Financial Management: Building Stronger Nonprofits Through Better Financial Management (from Planning, Monitoring, Operations to Governance) II- Certificate in Outcomes-Based Program Evaluation Built on methods from the nonprofit sector along with corporate and academic evaluation techniques, the certificate program including Nonprofit Leadership Certificate, Nonprofit Management Certificate and Nonprofit Marketing Certificate, the program provides valuable tools to develop program logic models and process maps; develop indicators and metrics to measure success; collect and analyze data; communicate outcomes; and utilize results for program improvement, innovation and growth. III- Social Enterprise for Nonprofits Training: If you are like most nonprofit leaders today, you are actively looking for ways to diversify and stabilize your revenue sources. You are probably aware of some of the benefits of social enterprise as a vehicle to create your own steady streams of unrestricted funding. At the same time, you may be concerned about the challenges of successfully launching a social enterprise. Whether your organization already earns some income and wants to earn more, or you’re interested in exploring the possibilities, this in-depth workshop will show you how to plan, develop, finance and grow an effective social enterprise program. The training gives you proven strategies for maximizing the benefits of social enterprise in a manner that will actually strengthen your organization’s mission by building on its current activities, existing capabilities, and established stakeholder relationships. IV- Fundraising Techniques Training: This training span a comprehensive range of fundraising topics geared towards different levels of fundraising experience and training needs. Whether you are new to (or looking to get into) fundraising and would like to find out more about the key skills that will help you progress with your career development, or a practicing fundraiser keen to hone and develop your existing skills or branch out in to a new area, or a senior fundraiser looking to strengthen and build on your managerial and strategic approach to fundraising, we have a fundraising training course that will fit your needs. V- Personal Development Session Over the course of this workshop, we will study various time management and organizational tools and techniques so that you can build a customized productivity plan for your personal and professional lives. How You Will Benefit: - Identify what personal efficiency is, including useful skill sets and attitudes. - What role long-term goals play in short-term efficiency - Study the 80/20 rule and the Eisenhower principle. - Develop a plan for an efficient workspace including a customized information center and a filing system. - Learn about a system that will allow you to process any type of information that crosses your desk. - Why you procrastinate and develop methods for tackling tasks. - Develop ideas and tools to make your organization more productive and efficient. In order to encourage a large participation in the forthcoming events, we would greatly appreciate if you can circulate the Conference Invitation as widely as possible to individuals, groups, and networks that may show interest for the topics Due to time constraints, interested participants are urged to confirm attendance beforehand. While we anticipate your response at your earliest convenience, please do not hesitate to contact us for further information. We look forward to your participation in the upcoming events. Sincerely, Ghislaine Llewellyn, Ph.D. Intl Registration Secretariat Plaza District. 1350 6th Ave, New York, NY 10019 Phone: +1 845 202 1167 Fax: +1 845 202 1167 Email: i...@grfsdev.org Website: www.grfsdev.org
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