Marianne A. Fray, MBA, CAE, CAPM, IOM’s Post

📣Calling civil society in the Commonwealth! I recently attended a Regional Conversation held by the Commonwealth Foundation which was part of a Commonwealth-wide process aimed at capturing the views of civil society and presenting them to leaders at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa in October of this year. This is an important opportunity to shape the global discussion around #climatejustice, #healthjustice and #freedomofexpression I want fellow advocates to join me in this process. The Commonwealth Foundation is inviting everyone from the Asia and Indian Ocean region to share their regional priorities via the Path to Samoa: Online Consultation—whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or an undergraduate just starting out at university. Do you have some time to complete the consultation form? It can take as little time as five minutes to complete—though please consider your answers carefully: https://lnkd.in/gjVqK7-v 🗓️The deadline for submissions from the Asia and Indian Ocean region is Thursday, 16 May 2024. The findings of the online consultation and the Regional Conversations will be summarised and presented to decision-makers over the course of CHOGM. It’s vital that we use every opportunity we have to influence world leaders. Decisions that affect us must involve us—and your voice is crucial. Let me know if you take part in the comments. #CivilSociety #Commonwealth #CommonwealthPeoplesForum #CommonwealthHeadsOfGovernmentsMeetings #ClimateJustice #HealthJustice #FreedomOfExpression

I just had the chance to take part in facilitating new ways of participation in politics. I could witness how this led to remarkable results of historic dimensions.   The Walloon Parliament has just published the results of 5 months of intensive work of 30 citizens chosen by lot and 10 members of Parliament. They formulated recommendations for an increased and – for the first time in Wallonia – a permanent involvement of citizens in decision-making.   ☝Have a look at the testimonials which are all about meeting each other at eye level and building trust. The professional facilitation helped immensely in creating the space for participants to create new forms of participatory decision-making in politics. Cudos to Dreamocracy - Collective Creativity for the Common Good and Victor Lauret, Marie Bertrand, Pauline Tawil, Pierre Portevin, Grégoire Stockebrand and Stephen Boucher for leading this process so proficiently 👏

COMMITMENT TO PARTNERSHIP // “I’ve always seen the job of the North East LEP as a little like being an orchestra conductor. Whatever the playbook of the time, our job has been to identify the best musicians and partners, work out how best to unite them and keep them on the same page to deliver a stellar performance.” With the upcoming mayoral election and the establishment of the Mayoral Combined Authority, the North East Local Enterprise Partnership will cease to exist in its current form as it becomes part of the new authority. Yet its legacy and the lasting partnerships it has forged will long live on, having helped to unite the region’s business community and form a blueprint, through the Strategic Economic Plan, for continued economic growth and sustainability. In a wide-ranging article, long-standing chief executive Helen Golightly OBE, who is standing down once the Mayoral Combined Authority is formed, details the vital role the LEP has played in cultivating knowledge and fostering connections throughout the region. Having overcome initial scepticism, the LEP has knitted together a community of stakeholders across the public, private and third sectors that has united in response to challenges such as Brexit, the pandemic and is now helping smooth the transition towards devolution. The success of the LEP has been in no small part down to Helen, whose outstanding leadership, unstinting passion for the North East and willingness to engage has been a constant for the past decade. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dRWv6N96 Photography by Angela Carrington at The Bigger Picture Agency Ltd #NET #northeasttimes #northeastlep #northeastbusiness #partnership #collaboration #businesscommunity #devolution #makingconnections #drivingconversations

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At the Y NSW we believe that young people should have a voice on the issues that matter to them. Youth Parliament not only provides a platform to do just that but also builds confidence in young people that can be life changing. In a world where we can no longer take democracy for granted; leadership programs like Youth Parliament matter more than ever. #youthvoicematters #youthleadership

Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) announced its withdrawal from the Métis National Council (MNC), effective immediately. After a strong majority vote, MNBC’s leadership and community leaders decided that the current governance structure of MNC no longer aligns with the needs and priorities of Métis in BC. This decision centers around a desire for more equitable representation and the ability to advocate directly for important issues such as child welfare, education, and justice. MNBC leaders have expressed their commitment to democracy and ensuring that Métis Citizens in BC have a strong voice in shaping their future. It’s a bold move, and it will be interesting to see how this impacts the future of Métis governance in BC. What are your thoughts on this change?

To H.E President Dr. Mohammed Muizzu: Sir, I believe these are high times. 🙌 Your administration took office at a crucial moment, with the potential to lead this nation forward, strategic decisions and your firm, transparent approach has been commendable. Although not every decision will satisfy the likes of all, it’s clear that your leadership is striving to match the nation’s needs with the realities of our timeline. But some may misunderstand or disagree with the timing and choices made; Please know, Sir, there are still citizens like me who see and appreciate your sincere efforts and holding onto hope for the future you’re tirelessly working towards. PS: To everyone reading: if you find yourself disagreeing and not being part of the solution, please, I humbly ask you to resist complicating an already challenging journey this Nation is on... #TheCowrieShellProject #$CWRIE #Maldives #DigitalFinance #AIforGood #FinancialIndependence #YouthEmpowerment #Maldives #MaldivesYouth #MaldivesDevelopmen #MaldivesInnovation #SocialChange #FutureOfWork #TechnologyForGood #UnityInDiversity #PositiveChange #EmpoweringTheYouth #CivicEngagement #ConstructiveDialogue #FutureReady #DigitalTransformation #LeadershipInAction

"Conversations With Councils" is a program I developed to help educate elected officials on their roles, responsibilities, and governance that they face once elected. Learn more @ https://lnkd.in/eEKGF55E.

Yesterday afternoon, Dr. Elena Rios, MD, MSPH, MACP, President of The National Hispanic Health Foundation, had the opportunity to serve on a Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) Leadership Conference panel - Project 2025 Unveiled: Implications for Latino Communities & National Policies. The panel discussion dove into how Project 2025’s proposed reforms—including the reclassification of civil servants, intensified immigration enforcement, and changes to social support systems—could impact Latino communities. Learn more about NHHF’s engagements here: https://lnkd.in/ezcH8Wj3

Leadership from Gibsons for local governments and Indigenous communities Repost from SFU Final Report: Town of Gibsons Residents’ Assembly The Town of Gibsons broke new ground this spring as the first municipality in Canada where an Assembly of residents, selected by civic lottery, delivered recommendations to Council to inform their Official Community Plan update. The Town of Gibsons is one of the smallest municipalities in the world to hold an Assembly process, convening 25 residents for five days of learning and deliberation. The Gibsons’ Residents’ Assembly was designed and facilitated by the Renovate the Public Hearing Initiative (RPHI) to support research into models for upstreamed, democratic and inclusive approaches to public participation in land use planning. RPHI's report on the Gibsons’ Assembly details the Assembly process and recommendations, alongside an evaluation in relation to core principles for democratic land-use planning.