NWGs

Q1 2024: Foundation and Planning

Actions:

• Strategic Kickoff Meeting: Assembling key GCRI stakeholders to align on the vision for NWG expansion and establish clear objectives and KPIs.

• Initial Fundraising Strategy Development: Identifying potential funding sources, including grants, corporate sponsorships, and individual donors interested in supporting global risk and innovation efforts.

• Market and Needs Assessment: Conducting a comprehensive analysis to identify potential countries for NWG expansion, considering geopolitical risks, innovation readiness, and strategic importance.

Deliverables:

• Strategic Objectives and KPIs Document for NWG Expansion

• Initial Fundraising Plan

• Market and Needs Assessment Report

Outcomes:

• Clear strategic direction for NWG expansion

• Identification of potential funding sources

• Prioritized list of countries for NWG establishment

Q2 2024: Fundraising Launch and Stakeholder Engagement

Actions:

• Launch Fundraising Campaign: Initiating outreach to identified funding sources with tailored proposals highlighting the value and impact of NWG expansion.

• Stakeholder Engagement Workshops: Hosting workshops in potential expansion countries to build relationships with local stakeholders, understand local needs, and garner support.

• Partnership Development: Begging negotiations with potential partners for collaboration and support in new NWGs.

Deliverables:

• Fundraising Campaign Materials

• Workshop Summaries and Stakeholder Engagement Reports

• Letters of Intent from Potential Partners

Outcomes:

• Initial commitments from funding sources

• Strong local stakeholder engagement and support for NWG expansion

• Strategic partnerships initiated for collaborative opportunities

Q3 2024: Implementation Preparation

Actions:

• Finalize Country Selection: Based on the needs assessment and stakeholder workshops, finalizing the list of countries for NWG expansion.

• Infrastructure and Logistics Planning: Developing detailed plans for the infrastructure and logistics required for establishing NWGs in selected countries.

• Continued Fundraising Efforts: Intensifying fundraising activities to secure the necessary funds for initial setup costs.

Deliverables:

• Finalized List of Expansion Countries

• Infrastructure and Logistics Plan

• Updated Fundraising Report with Progress and Adjustments

Outcomes:

• Decision on countries for NWG expansion finalized

• Blueprint for establishing NWGs in new countries ready

• Progress towards fundraising goals for covering initial setup costs

Q4 2024: Launch and Operationalization

Actions:

• NWG Establishment: Beginning the physical and logistical setup of NWGs in the selected countries.

• Launch Events: Organizing launch events in each new country to officially announce the establishment of NWGs, inviting local stakeholders, partners, and media.

• Ongoing Fundraising and Reporting: Continue fundraising activities while providing regular updates to donors and stakeholders on the progress and impact of the NWG expansion.

Deliverables:

• Established NWGs in New Countries

• Launch Event Reports

• Fundraising Progress Updates

Outcomes:

• NWGs operational in selected countries

• Increased visibility and support for NWG expansion through successful launch events

• Continued growth in fundraising to support ongoing and future activities

January 2025: Evaluation and Future Planning

Actions:

• Performance Review and Impact Assessment: Evaluating the performance of newly established NWGs against the initial objectives and KPIs. Assess the impact of NWG expansion on GCRI's mission and goals.

• Future Strategy Workshop: Conducting a workshop with key GCRI stakeholders to review outcomes, discuss lessons learned, and plan for the next phase of NWG expansion and support.

• Donor Appreciation and Reporting: Hosting a virtual event to thank donors and provide a comprehensive report on the outcomes of the NWG expansion, highlighting successes and outlining future plans.

Deliverables:

• Performance Review and Impact Assessment Report

• Future Strategy Plan for NWG Expansion

• Donor Appreciation Event and Comprehensive Outcome Report

Outcomes:

• Clear understanding of the success and areas for improvement in NWG expansion

• Strategic plan for continuing to support and expand NWGs

• Stronger relationships with donors and partners, with continued support for GCRI's mission