RCM Welfare Association Annual General Meeting (AGM)- 12th December
The annual general meeting (AGM) for the RCM Welfare Association will be held on 12th December 2025 at the Top Rise Hotel. Â The upcoming AGM for the RCM Welfare Association is not just a meeting to attend; it is an invitation to actively shape the community you are a part of.
The AGM is also is a unique convergence of strategy, community, and democracy. By moving beyond seeing it as a formality and embracing it as an opportunity, every member can contribute to a more transparent, vibrant, and successful future. So, mark your calendar, prepare your ideas, and get ready to participate.
Exposing the Core Purposes of an AGM for a Welfare Association
An AGM is often seen as a statutory requirement, a mandatory gathering to fulfill legal and constitutional obligations. However, for a welfare association, its purpose is profoundly deeper. The purpose of an AGM include
The Cornerstone of Fiscal Transparency and Stewardship
For a welfare association, which often runs on member contributions, the highest duty is the stewardship of funds. The AGM is the primary forum for this.
- Financial Accountability: The presentation and formal approval of the audited financial statements is not a mere formality. It is a public declaration of how every shilling was collected and spent. This transparent breakdown showing administrative costs versus direct welfare payouts builds irreplaceable trust with members and donors.
- Budgetary Approval: The AGM is where the proposed budget for the coming year is presented and ratified. This process allows members to see and debate the strategic allocation of resources. This collective decision-making ensures that the association’s financial priorities align with the most pressing needs of its community.
The Engine of Democratic Governance and Strategic Direction
A welfare association is a democratic entity owned by its members. The AGM is the supreme body where this democracy is exercised.
- Electing Leadership: The appointment of the Executive Committee or Governing Council happens at the AGM. This process ensures that the leadership has the legitimate mandate of the members to act on their behalf.
- Shaping Policy and Strategy: This is where the association’s strategic direction is set. The AGM provides a platform for members to propose, debate, and vote on constitutional amendments and major policy shifts.
The Forum for Collective Evaluation and Impact Assessment
Welfare work is about outcomes, not just activities. The AGM serves as the annual “report card” on the association’s social impact.
- The Annual Report: Beyond finances, the AGM features a comprehensive report from the chairperson or secretary. This report answers the crucial question. It details the number of families supported, students sponsored, medical bills covered, and other welfare activities. It celebrates successes and, just as importantly, honestly reviews shortcomings, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Feedback from the Ground: The open forum segment of an AGM is vital. It allows the ultimate beneficiaries, the members themselves, to share their experiences. A member might highlight an unseen need in the community, or suggest a more efficient way to distribute aid.
The Crucible of Community Solidarity and Renewed Purpose
The sense of community is the most valuable asset of a welfare association. The AGM actively forges and strengthens this bond.
- Reaffirming the Shared Mission: In the day-to-day, members can forget the larger purpose. The AGM gathers everyone to collectively reaffirm their commitment to the core mission of mutual aid and social support.
- Building Social Capital: The meeting is a networking event where trust and relationships are built. New members are integrated, and older members reconnect. This strengthened social fabric is what ensures members contribute not just financially, but with their time, ideas, and emotional support for one another.
Details
- Date: 12th December 2025
- Participation Fee: Ksh 500 (Pay before 30th November)
- Venue: Top Rise Hotel
For more information reach out to the RCM Online College help desk on 0793555000/ 0719525000
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