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SUMMARY:AUTISM DESTIGMA BOARD MEETING
DESCRIPTION:AUTISM DESTIGMA BOARD MEETING AGENDA \n\n Call to Order & Opening Remarks\n\n\nOpening Remarks: Joyce Larbi (Yaa Sika)\, Founder & Chairperson\nAcknowledgment of board members and attendees\nAppreciation for dedication to Autism Destigma’s mission\nOverview of meeting objectives and expectations\n\n\n Founder’s Introduction & Organization Overview\n\n\nBrief history and mission of Autism Destigma\nThe organization’s commitment to addressing autism stigma\, particularly within the African community\nPersonal journey and inspiration behind the organization’s founding\nGoals of educating\, supporting\, and empowering families affected by autism\n\n\n Registration & Online Presence\n\n\nOverview of website and social media platforms\nRegistration process for board members\nStrategies to increase online engagement and visibility\n\n\n Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement\n\n\nThe role of board members in establishing partnerships\nCollaboration with stakeholders\, nonprofits\, and volunteers\nIdentifying and pursuing partnership opportunities for advocacy and support\n\n\n Roles & Responsibilities of Board Members\n\n\nDefining key leadership roles and responsibilities\nDelegation of tasks to enhance organizational effectiveness\n\n\n Finalizing the Constitution\n\n\nReview and discussion of the organization’s constitution\nAddressing final revisions before approval\n\n\n Current Organizational Goals\n\n\nStrengthening advocacy efforts within the community\nEnhancing outreach and engagement strategies\n\n\n Short-Term Goals (Current & Upcoming Year)\n\n\nExpanding community outreach efforts\, including:\nEngaging with churches to promote autism awareness\nAttending association meetings to foster partnerships\nOrganizing soccer events to raise awareness and community participation\nHosting events in Ghana to support families and increase education\n\n\n Future Events & Long-Term Goals\n\n\nExpansion of educational initiatives (online and in-person)\nImplementation of home visits to provide direct family support\nIncreasing autism awareness in other African countries and communities\n\n\n Open Discussion & Next Steps\n\n\nBoard members’ input on upcoming projects and initiatives\nAssignment of action items and responsibilities for the next meeting\n\n\n Closing Remarks & Adjournment\n\n\nSummary of key discussions and decisions\nScheduling of the next meeting\nAdjournment\n\nPrepared by: Autism Destigma Leadership Team\nDate of Issue: March 2025 \n 
URL:https://autismdestigma.org/event/autism-destigma-board-meeting/
LOCATION:40 Ledgecrest Ter\, Manchester\, 06040\, 40 Ledgecrest Ter\, Manchester\, 06040\, Manchester\, 06040\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joyce Larbi":MAILTO:joyce@autismdestigma.org
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