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Case Study: Cultural Association
A cultural group from Haywards Heath has been running as an organisation for the last 2 years and now seek to formalise their constitution and broaden what they do. They have no previous knowledge of the Voluntary sector or the help and advice that is available.
I raised their awareness of the Voluntary sector by highlighting the services available, advising them on the importance of open membership rather than exclusive membership. They asked me to help with formalising constitution.
There are many members in the organisation, but only a few members have the time to run the organisation. Unsure of their role and lacking in confidence they are a little hesitant to work with the Voluntary sector.
The members have been surprised by the type and level of support available and are looking foward to working with EESI. I feel I am giving them the confidence to continue with their organisation, with more outcomes to be achieved as the work continues.
It has been vital for me to explain clearly the role of the Voluntary sector, a 'support mechanism' not something that wants to take over.
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