STRATEGIC PLANWe take up our mission in a world where: * democracy is the predominant form of government in the world today * 46% percent of the world’s population live in freedom, 32% are partly free and 22% are not free * public and private (sector) decisions and their impacts extend across global and nation state boundaries eg climate change, financial, technology, alliances * voter participation rates are 64.3% (USA), 65.77% (UK), 59.98% (France), 61.41% (Canada), 77.3% (South Africa), 93.22% (Australiaii), 79.46% (New Zealand) [Source: IDEA, Institute of Democracy and Electoral Assistance] * participating in decision making may have a high price * processes are improved and better decisions are taken when the public are involved * empowerment builds capacity and strengthens resilience* A free country is one where there is a broad scope for open political competition, a climate of respect for civil liberties, significant independent civic life, and independent media. Partly Free countries are characterised by some restrictions on political rights and civil liberties, often in a context of corruption, weak rule of law, ethnic strife, or civil war. A Not Free country is one where basic political rights are absent, and basic civil liberties are widely and systematically denied www. Freedomhouse.org * Australia has compulsory voting, 5.6% votes were invalid ballotsIAP2 FederationIAP2F_9d51d57a-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e8We are a Federation of Affiliates with members who share a common foundation of practices, ethics and values. We also work with our peers in the international community who share our goals and objectives, including endorsing and supporting any major international initiatives (eg the Open Government Partnership, Brisbane Declaration) IAP2 is active in: * Professional development * Research and development * Advocacy * Providing guidance and advice on public participation in the international arena * Recognizing excellence in the fieldIAP2 is the preeminent international organization advancing the practice of public participation._9d51dc96-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e8To advance and extend the practice of public participation_9d51dd9a-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e8IntegrityThrough integrity the Federation Board strives to make decisions that are in the interests of IAP2 Affiliates worldwide.PartnershipThrough partnership the Federation supports initiatives between and in collaboration with its international peers.CollaborationProfessionalismWith a commitment to professionalism the Federation strives to embody and promote excellence of its Affiliate members.ExcellenceStewardshipAs stewards of the reputation, brand and financial assets of the Federation, the Board endeavours to make decisions that are in the interests of sustaining the Federation over time.SustainabilityInnovationTo ensure the practice continues to advance, the Board will focus on investments that improve, innovate and modernise the Federation.Outward FocusThe focus of the Federation will be outward, confidently going beyond its established boundaries, both physical and intellectual, and acting with boldness and heart.CourageousLeadershipLeadership, recognition of excellence, effective research, partnering with allies and peers in the field, media, publications_9d51de26-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e81Measures: We will measure the: *Federation has a program of international research representative of the international membership and practice focussed * Board identifies key items of significant and in collaboration with Affiliates develops position papers *Following brand renewal, each Affiliate undertakes market testing of brand, organisation, member benefits appropriate to that Affiliate and results provided to Federation *Active program of events, appropriate to that Affiliate and relevant to their membership are implemented and reported annually to the Federation *Affiliate awards program linked and feeding into international awards program * Development of peer review process for articles and publications suitable for IAP2 brand * Each Affiliate undertakes an annual State of the Practice review and report * Each Affiliate participates in an annual census * Continue to partner for journal publication * Opportunities for Affiliate member involvement are provided at Affiliate and Federation level * Each Federation working group to have at least one non-Board member and at least three Affiliates represented * Develop Memorandum of Understanding or similar with relevant peer organisationsResearchFacilitating and leveraging an ongoing program of research around the world that will inform practice _9d51deb2-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e81.1Position PapersWork collaboratively internationally within and between Affiliates to develop position papers on key items of international significance _9d51df48-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e81.2BrandBuilding a visible and recognizable international brand with each new Strategic Plan_9d51dfd4-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e81.3EventsAll Affiliates design and implement active program of events, appropriate to that Affiliate and relevant to their membership_9d51e056-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e81.4AwardsAll Affiliates have an awards program that contributes to an international awards program _9d51e0e2-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e81.5JournalPublication of a journal at regular intervals_9d51e178-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e81.6CensusFacilitates the conduct of an annual census by Affiliates to generate international data_9d51e402-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e81.7International ExchangesSupport viable international exchanges_9d51e498-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e81.8RelationshipsDeveloping and maintaining effective relationships with peers and allies in the field at the international level_9d51e52e-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e81.9Professional DevelopmentQuality delivery of training for practitioners, continuous improvement, evidence-based, learning is a journey_9d51e5c4-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e82Measures: We will measure the * Establish benchmarks for licensees of the IAP2 Professional Development training * professional development opportunities are consistently offered by Affiliates and evaluations undertaken * Pathways identified and promoted articulating into or out of IAP2 professional development products and services * Members are linked to virtual and other communities of practice * Explore initial steps toward accreditation process * Demand for professional development services by members and associates within Affiliates is understood and metProfessional Development Products and ServicesDeliver consistent high quality IAP2 branded professional development products and services_9d51e65a-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e82.1Training PathwaysTraining pathways for practitioners are articulated _9d51e6fa-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e82.2PlatformsPlatforms for communities of practice across the Federation are articulated_9d51e790-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e82.3ChartershipCommence journey to international Accreditation (chartership) for members _9d51e876-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e82.4Customized TrainingDevelop customised modules as an adjunct to the core training_9d51e916-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e82.5GrowthAffiliates, members in Affiliates, partners, peers_9d51e9b6-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e83Measures: We will measure * the Increased number of Affiliates Increased number of members within each Affiliate * Increased number of partners * Increased number of peers Access and utility of funds and resources for emerging Affiliates * Evidence of member satisfaction in Affiliates collected and reported to Federation annually * Participation in quarterly meetings (eg Presidents Circle), board meetings and committeesNew LocationsFoster initiatives to expand and build IAP2 in new locations _9d51ea60-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e83.1Membership Growthsupport existing Affiliates to grow membership _9d51ecfe-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e83.2Governance Infrastructuresupport emerging Affiliates with basic governance infrastructure _9d51edbc-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e83.3Experience SharingEncourage and enable Affiliate-to-Affiliate advice sharing of experience _9d51ee7a-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e83.4PartnersProactively seek out partners and opportunities for growth _9d51ef2e-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e83.5Affiliate SupportSupport Affiliates in consistent and frequent outreach of member benefits_9d51efce-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e83.6Sustainabilitystewardship, governance, business planning_9d51f08c-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e84We will measure: * Survey board on decision-making practices and capacity to participate * Sound financial management and ongoing financial viability * Performance evaluation of licensees * Increase income from non-licensee sources by 10% over the life of this strategic plan * Positive performance evaluations from contractors and staffDecision MakingQuality informed decision making by the Federation Board _9d51f136-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e84.1IAP2 Federation BoardBusiness IncomeOptimise core business model income _9d51f1e0-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e84.2ComplianceAnnual audit and financial compliance _9d51f2ee-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e84.3Income DiversificationBusiness planning to diversify income base _9d51f3b6-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e84.4Hiring & PerformanceHire and contract appropriate staff and monitor performance _9d51f46a-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e84.5LicenseesRecruit and maintain effective licensees for IAP2 products and services_9d51f53c-ec0a-11e1-985d-93b1872741e84.62012-01-012015-12-302012-08-21http://www.iap2.org/associations/4748/files/FINAL_UPLOAD.pdfOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net