AUTISM DESTIGMA BOARD MEETING

AUTISM DESTIGMA BOARD MEETING AGENDA

1. Call to Order & Opening Remarks

• Opening Remarks: Joyce Larbi (Yaa Sika), Founder & Chairperson
• Acknowledgment of board members and attendees
• Appreciation for dedication to Autism Destigma’s mission
• Overview of meeting objectives and expectations

2. Founder’s Introduction & Organization Overview

• Brief history and mission of Autism Destigma
• The organization’s commitment to addressing autism stigma, particularly within the African community
• Personal journey and inspiration behind the organization’s founding
• Goals of educating, supporting, and empowering families affected by autism

3. Registration & Online Presence

• Overview of website and social media platforms
• Registration process for board members
• Strategies to increase online engagement and visibility

4. Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• The role of board members in establishing partnerships
• Collaboration with stakeholders, nonprofits, and volunteers
• Identifying and pursuing partnership opportunities for advocacy and support

5. Roles & Responsibilities of Board Members

• Defining key leadership roles and responsibilities
• Delegation of tasks to enhance organizational effectiveness

6. Finalizing the Constitution

• Review and discussion of the organization’s constitution
• Addressing final revisions before approval

7. Current Organizational Goals

• Strengthening advocacy efforts within the community
• Enhancing outreach and engagement strategies

8. Short-Term Goals (Current & Upcoming Year)

• Expanding community outreach efforts, including:
• Engaging with churches to promote autism awareness
• Attending association meetings to foster partnerships
• Organizing soccer events to raise awareness and community participation
• Hosting events in Ghana to support families and increase education

9. Future Events & Long-Term Goals

• Expansion of educational initiatives (online and in-person)
• Implementation of home visits to provide direct family support
• Increasing autism awareness in other African countries and communities

10. Open Discussion & Next Steps

• Board members’ input on upcoming projects and initiatives
• Assignment of action items and responsibilities for the next meeting

11. Closing Remarks & Adjournment

• Summary of key discussions and decisions
• Scheduling of the next meeting
• Adjournment

Prepared by: Autism Destigma Leadership Team
Date of Issue: March 2025