We all recently got a link to do a National survey. I was so happy, this is the only way we get to introduce the regular members input. However, as you will see, the input they will get is very limited. Here is the link...
Now, a survey or a referendum are only as good as the question they ask. the question can be worded in such a way as to get the answer you want. the questions must be open and simple. Here are the questions that the National Board of Directors presented;
1. How should the activities of Kin Canada affect Canadians over the next five years?
2. Describe the results the efforts of Kin Canada have had on Canadians?
3. How have the activities of your club contributed to the mission of Kin Canada?
4. How can the association better serve its members in making them better Kin?
5. How does Kin best serve Canada and Canadians?
WHAT?????
These questions are very abstract. They all need a 1,000 word essay to answer each one. I read them and did not understand what the National Board wanted. It would seem to me that the Board of Directors wants to give the impression of getting input from the members, without actually getting any valid information. These questions are vague, and not focused, I believe that the Board is trying to look like "intellectual visionary's".
Now, I do want you to answer the survey. Please do go to the site and be part of active Kin. But answer questions that you would like to be asked. Give them the information that you wish to give. Maybe operational issues, now the Board does not deal with operational issues, but who does?
Question 3, mentions the Mission Statement.
'Kin Canada is a dynamic volunteer organization enriching our communities through service while embracing national pride, positive values, personal development and lasting friendships.'
or is it?
“Committed to changing lives and making Canadian communities a better place to live”
I am not sure which one of these statements is the actual Mission statement. Both are a very good start, however they are way too detailed. They threw everything into these statements, except the kitchen sink. They have become confusing and too much information. I do like the second one, of course with some words removed;
Kin Canada, Changing lives..
Simple, to the point, easy to remember, look great on banners and brouchures. Need I say more?
Yes we want surveys, we want to participate. Please just make it relevant and important to us. And I do want to thank the Board for their hard work, I just think that they get mislead and drift off the tracks.
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