Download - THE IMPORTANCE OF A HOME GROUP
WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE
2014 THOUGHT FORCE PRESENTATION
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CREATE STRATEGIES ON THE IMPORTANCE OF
A HOME GROUP
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1. Reviewed existing resources
2. Five KBDM questions
3. Working sessions
4. 2013 Thought Force on
Strengthening Personal Connections
5. Finalized recommendations
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1. Belonging
2. Ever hear of a home group?
3. Isolation
4. Meeting needs?
5. Definition of membership
Hearing about the benefits of a home group
Feeling connected
Encouraging participation and service
Understanding the Concepts of membership
Having a sense of belonging
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1. Make home group a meeting topic
2. Beginners’ meetings
3. Workshops for Group Representatives
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4. Encourage participation in District Area, and TEAM/WSO events
5. Submit articles for The Forum
6. Develop language in group opening inviting members to adopt meeting as their home group
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1. Create a presentation/workshop on home groups
2. Sponsor an event on service
3. Communicate and disseminate tools and messages on this topic
4. Encourage member submission of written material
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1. Create a definition of “home group”
2. Integrate the “home group” definition into WSO events and material
3. Initiate a campaign that conveys the benefits of a home group
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4. Create a piece focused on the home group
5. Emphasize the benefits of service in a home group
6. Articles in The Forum about the importance of a home group
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1. How do you communicate with others about the importance of having a home group?
2. Which strategies presented do you believe may not be effective?
3. Any strategies you would add?
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