International Netball Federation outlines strategic plans
Following the success of the International Netball Federation’s regional online ‘roadshow’ held in June, when president Liz Nicholl 9pictured) and chief executive Clare Briegal discussed with members the challenge of managing through the virus and the impact on international events, INF has hosted a further roadshow to consult with members in its five regions on a draft new strategic plan - Beyond Netball 2020 - set to be launched later this year. Key findings from INF’s research project with Populus in September 2019 were presented at the roadshow, highlighting membership support for INF to create an ambitious growth strategy across participation and performance, its products and profits to extend the sport’s reach and impact. The Board is now in the ‘form and consult’ stage of the planning process and is engaging with its members and regional federations to consider and refine the new strategy. The launch will take place in the final quarter of this year. “INF acknowledges the importance of consulting with our members when it comes to the development of our new strategy," Nicholl said.
"We are a members' organisation that relies heavily on the work of the leaders in our regions and nations, and our network of incredible and committed volunteers, and it is essential that we listen to our netball associations and work collaboratively to develop our sport.
Whilst we all find ourselves in unique and challenging circumstances, the Covid-19 pandemic has enabled us to introduce new ways of working and we have significantly increased our communication through virtual meetings. I am delighted with the level of engagement we have had and the quality of the input that is informing not only our planning but also our decision making. I look forward to working with our board to finalise the plans and then seeing them come to life.” Decisions made at the INF Board meeting in June were also announced during the roadshow. Recognising the severe financial impact on members caused by Covid-19, INF has created a ‘Covid-19 Response Fund’ for each Region to provide immediate support to those Members with the greatest need. INF will also reduce its membership fees for 2021 by 50%, compared to 2020, for those members who have paid in full for 2020.
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