FYI This turned up in the Inbox today, and may be of interest to some of us.
---------- Forwarded message --------- From: SAHD Group sahdinfo@gmail.com Date: Thu, Aug 13, 2020 at 1:59 PM Subject: SAHD Society for Alternative Housing Development - Membership, AGM and upcoming Policy Ask To: SAHD Group sahdinfo@gmail.com
Kia ora from the busy SAHD team.
In the lead up to the Central Government elections, the Policy & Advocacy team have been developing a manifesto, summarising key asks, and is planning meetings with candidates, advisors and policy decision makers on behalf of the projects and sector.
*Please let us know if you are interested and would like a copy. We are working on getting active projects to endorse it, and would love your support. *
Our next AGM, where we will be electing Committee roles is Sunday 6th September 2pm. Virtual attendance will be possible. An informal lunch from midday will be at a location TBC in Auckland, if we are out of lockdown. More details will be distributed to members soon. All roles are open,and include:
- Chair - Secretary - Treasurer - Government Liaison / Policy Lead - Social Lead - Online Coordinator - Sponsorship and Funding Lead - Spare space (open to ideas!)
Please see the link below for an overview of the roles. Noting that these can be amended and added to in order to suit people's strengths - so please do not be put off from applying and registering your interest if they do not look like a direct fit for you. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Gju2m7q2U3wwnNwFnKUd7Rehg4vM8GVY/view?usp=s...
To participate you need to be a member. We have updated our website to enable online memberships.
To join please scroll to the bottom of https://www.alternativedevelopment.org.nz/
Annual membership is just $25 for individuals. Your financial contribution to support our activities is greatly appreciated. Time and experience contributions are also welcome with key roles outlined in our online membership form. *The Society's Account number is 12-3427 0048728-00. for those wanting to sign up. *
If you have already signed up, but not paid, please do so - this will trigger your membership.
Membership will get you free entry to all events, news, a support network, along with advocacy and lobbying by us (on your behalf) to government and related industries and voting rights! As we grow, membership will also give you access to free tools, resources and advice!
We appreciate your support!
Imogen (Treasurer) and the team
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