1. 36th World Conference webinar

2. agenda Welcome and introductions Conference Programme
Rules of Procedure
Other Proposed Motions
Evaluating Proposed Motions
Deadlines & voting
World Board Member elections
Introduction to World Conference Forum
Questions & next steps

3. Conference programme Conference Document No. 12
Three separate themes run through the World Conference programme:
Governance
Keeper of the Flame
Forum 2017

4. Rules of procedure Rules of Procedure (RoP)
Conference document 1a – for use if the motion to table motions at conference is not passed
Conference document 1b – for use if the motion to table motions at conference is passed
Conference document 1c – 2014 RoP for use during the EGM only; Monday 18 September

5. Proposed motions
Proposed motions that affect the Constitution and Bye-Laws – Conference Document No. 5
Consultation at Regional Conferences in 2016
World Board motions proposing changes to the Constitution:
Tabling motions at Conference
Membership requirements
Delegation of day to day management & administration of WAGGGS
Regional Committee representation on the World Board
MO motions:
World Board communications

6. Other Proposed motions
Other Proposed Motions – Conference Document No. 6
Membership motions: new MOs; MOs moving from Associate to Full Membership status; changes of entity; termination of membership
World Conference fee
Host for the 37th WAGGGS World Conference
MO motions (submitted prior to deadline of 17 May2017)
9 countries / 10 motions
Motions presented in plenary followed by response from WAGGGS Global Team: Tuesday 19 September
Voting on motions: Thursday 21 September
Revised version of this document (Conference document no. 6b) will be circulated at World Conference prior to voting on Thursday 21 September

7. Deadlines
Other Proposed Motions: on the assumption that the motion to allow motions to be tabled at Conference is passed, motions can be submitted in advance of Conference. However, if the motion to table motions is not passed, motions received after the 17 May deadline they will not be put forward for discussion at Conference.
Proposed Amendments to Proposed Motions: as soon as possible, but no later than Tuesday 19 September 2017, 1830 (local time in Delhi)
Motions tabled at Conference: Tuesday 19 September 2017, 1830 (local time in Delhi and based on the assumption that the motion to table motions at Conference is passed)
Delivery of final motions for voting: 1530 (local time in Delhi), Wednesday 20 September. These will be delivered to MO pigeon holes

8. Evaluating Proposed motions
There is a lot to consider with regard to voting on proposed motions. The following list highlights a few criteria MOs should think through in relation to each motion:
Is the purpose of the proposed motion clear?
Is it aligned with WAGGGS vision, mission and values?
What is the impact of the motion?
Will it benefit the movement?
What are the resource implications – financial, people, other?
What are the advantages/disadvantages?
How will it be funded?
Is the motion compliant with WAGGGS governance, polices & procedures?
Do you have enough information to cast your vote?

9. voting
The voting majority required for each motion is indicated against the motion
Votes can be cast using electronic keypads, web based system, country boards, paper based system
The method of voting will be clearly indicated for each vote
It is the responsibility of the Head Delegate to vote (unless this authority has been delegated)

10. World board member elections
World Board Election Booklet – Conference document no. 4
9 candidates / 4 regions
Candidates sharing views in the World Conference Facebook group: 21 July – 11 September
World Board nominee presentations in plenary: Monday 18 September
World Board nominee speed dating in the Pluck Restaurant: Tuesday 19 September
World Board member elections: Friday 22 September
Voting method: 6 rounds of voting with multiple votes per round, followed by a vote to ratify appointments (refer to Rules of Procedure 1b: section 2.7)

11. World conference forum 2017: LEADING FOR HER WORLD
Builds on experiences of the Oman Forum and Growth Roundtable in 2015
An interactive, participant led space to share best practice and new ideas
Explores the theme “Leading For Her World” through three pathways: Leading Transformation, Adapting the Experience, and Sharing your Story
Most sessions led by Member Organisations
Opportunities to share your projects and programmes, research and innovative ideas for strengthening Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting, so come prepared!
Each participant will be asked to select in advance the four workshops/special interest groups they will attend on Wednesday
Check the Forum 2017 web page:
Any questions

12. Forum Activity
When?
What? (and how to prepare)
Forum 2017 Hub
All conference
A permanent interactive space for networking and sharing.
Ways to contribute (optional): Bring details of international opportunities for promoting, details (and copies) of resources to share with other MOs, and a research poster sharing findings of any recent research
Networking Sessions
Tuesday PM
Meetings requested between delegations by special invitation
Market of Ideas
Every MO has a space at a table for sharing their innovative ideas, programmes, projects and research to strengthen Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting. You will have time to explore this showcase of ideas to take home, and make new connections with MOs. Prepare your space in advance!
Workshops and special interest groups
All day Wednesday
Sessions responding to the Forum theme, led by MOs and WAGGGS.
Choose the 4 sessions you will attend in advance.
Coming Together For Her World
Thursday PM
Plenary session exploring and celebrating our commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals
Regional Gatherings
Friday AM
Meet with your regional committee and discuss how to implement the Global Strategic Plan within your MO and region

13. Any questions? Visit www.wagggs.org/36woco
Read the 36th World Conference documents:
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the World Conference team:
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