BUILDING EFFECTIVE PARTNERSHIPS WITH BUSINESSES Kenn Allen, Civil Society Consulting Group LLC, Washington DC Session Description: "Partnership" is the latest buzz word; business, a
popular target to provide volunteers, expertise and money. But, how
to meet everyone's needs? Drawing on examples from throughout the
world and on proven best and worst practices, this highly participatory
institute will prepare participants to lead their organization into
high-impact partnerships. Learning Objectives: Level: Intermediate
Saturday, October 12, 2002, 8:00 - 11:30
a.m.
1. Describe the key principles of
effective partnerships
2. Describe ways in which NGOs can meet the
expectations of their corporate partners
3. Plan a process to
prepare their organization to work in partnership with
business
4. Identify likely problems in building partnerships and
describe possible solutions
Conference Theme(s): Community,
Opportunity