Helping NGOs grow their impact in The Bahamas

The Not-for-Profit Organization (NPO) Capacity Training Series, executed by the Organization for Responsible Governance (ORG), is designed to empower leaders of Bahamian NPOs with the knowledge, resources, and skills necessary to effectively fulfill their missions and foster collaboration among local NPOs. The series aims to enhance the capacity of NPOs and promote their role in fostering accountable governance and supporting social and economic opportunities in The Bahamas.

Since April, ORG has successfully conducted three training sessions featuring local experts covering essential topics for NPO leaders. The sessions focused on Fundraising, Communications, and Human Rights. These interactive sessions provided participants with valuable insights, practical tools, and strategies to enhance their organizations' effectiveness. We are pleased to report the active participation of over 30 NPO leaders representing diverse sectors and geographical regions across the Bahamian archipelago.

 Building on the success of the initial training sessions, ORG is committed to delivering additional capacity-building opportunities for NPO leaders. In the coming months, the following topics will be covered:

1. Monitoring and Evaluation: This session will equip NPO leaders with tools and techniques to assess the impact of their programs and projects, enabling evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement.

2. Financial Reporting: Participants will gain knowledge and skills in financial management, budgeting, and reporting to ensure transparent and accountable financial practices within their organizations.

3. Grant Writing: This session will provide guidance on identifying and applying for grants, strengthening participants' capacity to secure funding for their initiatives and sustain their operations.

4. Partnership with the Private Sector: NPO leaders will learn strategies for effective collaboration with the private sector, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships to achieve shared goals and maximize social impact.

The Not-for-Profit Organization Capacity Training Series plays a vital role in strengthening the NPO sector's capabilities and enhancing its contribution to accountable governance and socioeconomic development in The Bahamas. By equipping NPO leaders with the necessary knowledge and skills, ORG aims to foster a collaborative environment that encourages the sharing of best practices, innovation, and collective action among NPOs. Ultimately, this program seeks to create a vibrant and sustainable civil society ecosystem that empowers NPOs to make a lasting and positive impact on the communities they serve.

The Not-for-Profit Organization Capacity Training Series by ORG has successfully facilitated knowledge sharing and capacity-building among NPO leaders in The Bahamas. We are committed to continuing this program and expanding the range of training sessions to address the evolving needs of NPOs. Through these efforts, ORG aims to foster a stronger and more effective NPO sector, leading to greater social and economic opportunities for all citizens. We express our gratitude to the participants, trainers, and supporters who have contributed to the success of this initiative, and we look forward to the continued growth and impact of the NPO sector in The Bahamas.

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• ORG Civil Society Capacity Training

The Organization for Responsible Governance (ORG) is working with other Non for Profit Organizations in The Bahamas to better partner in meeting the needs of our communities.  This month, ORG held a free all day training session for Not for Profit Organizations. 

Thirteen NPO leaders were assembled to explore ways that they can more effectively collaborate. They learned about the current impact and challeneges facing local NPOs and discussed common challenges and opportunities. The attendes were introduced to the Cluster Model that is often utilized internationally in Humanitarian response, asa way to  coordinate and support NPOs partnering during a crisis.  With this model as a reference, the NPO leaders engaged in dialogue about how Topical and Strategic Clusters might be used locally. They group agreed that local collaborative clusters might help  to provide greater focus for citizen participation and the development of responsive and inclusive policies and programs. Developing Clusters could also help our local not for profits and their communities prepare for and respond to disasters such as Hurricanes, as well as better manage the growing impact of Climate Change.

With this initial success, ORG aims to hold six additional sessions which will feature education and activities with topics that facilitate cooperation of NPO groups. around common objectives.  Topics for the sessions will include alignment of missions and objectives; accessing  resources; working in a framework of Human Rights, Financial reporting and monitoring of impact.  

In the upcoming GlobalGiving online Campaigns, ORG will seek funding to support expansion of these programs to more Non forit Organizations across the islands of The Bahamas in order to  better support local disaster preparedness and  planning.