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If you attended one of the fantastic workshops on planning, evaluation, policy or health communication presented by the Health Communication Unit, below is the link to the on-line planner. This planner can save you time and effort!
http://www.thcu.ca/ohpp/2010_blank_en.html
An overview of the associated committees and their contributing roles to WDG in motion
Minute Taking Tips for in motion Meetings
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph in motion Terms of Reference
Introduction
The purpose of the Advisory Table is to act as a "think tank" for Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph (WDG) in motion, informing and collaborating on strategies and actions based on the members’ knowledge, skills and sphere of influence.
Structure
The Advisory Table shall be comprised of CIM’s (Communities in motion teams), municipalities, agencies and those who have an interest /expertise in the regional objectives.
Meetings will be held quarterly
Teleconferences or e-mail communication may be required between the meetings as the need arises
Amendments to the Terms of Reference may be recommended at any time by a majority of the members and submitted for approval by the WDG in motion Partnership Table
There will be a maximum of 12 members.
Responsibilities
Influence and enable partnerships that positively influence physical activity levels across WDG
Receive reports from the CIM’s and partners and provide feedback on them
Coordinator’s work plan is first endorsed by the Public Health Chronic Disease & Injury Prevention Manager; then presented to the Advisory Table for input, strategy development and endorsement
Support the incubation granting process, as required
Ensure the mission, vision and values of WDG in motion are upheld
Assist with appropriate communication to partners and affiliates
Maintain the in motion licensing agreement
Chair is appointed annually.
Records of Meetings
The minutes of each meeting will be kept by the recording secretary who shall distribute them to the members as soon after the meeting as possible. The responsibility for recording the minutes will be shared amongst the members, alphabetically by last name.
WDG in motion is a regional collaborative with an Advisory Table, a Partnership Table & a full-time Coordinator, led by WDG Public Health. The Coordinator is responsible for enabling local action, building capacity & facilitating WDG in motion reaching its’ goals across the region.
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph in motion Partnership Network Terms of Reference
Vision Statement:
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph (WDG) will be a physically active, healthy community.
WDG in motion is leading the way to a physically active, healthy WDG by:
Building long-term and meaningful partnerships
Encouraging the development of healthy communities that support physical activity
Supporting local opportunities for residents to be physically active; and
Removing barriers to physical activity.
The goals of WDG in motion are to:
Increase access to recreation;
Design communities that allow citizens to safely commute to and from work, school or play by walking or cycling;
Increase residents physical activity rates thereby decreasing heart disease, obesity and cancer risk; and
Create policies to support residents being active.
Guiding Principles:
We understand that increasing physical activity is a complex issue
We work within our capacities & resources
We leverage existing efforts & look for opportunities to partner
We strive to model our vision within our own organizations
We learn together & engage in knowledge transfer
We manage our growth
We measure progress & celebrate success.
Purpose:
To achieve the mission of WDG in motion, the partnership network is open to anyone who has an interest in increasing physical activity rates in WDG. The partners will:
Provide input into the regional plan by identifying local needs
at the Advisory Table
Participate in regional information sharing, professional development and knowledge transfer
Present their work plans
Maintain the integrity of the in motion licensing agreement
Synchronize messages, events and initiatives with affiliates who have similar interests or goals
Champion in motion & in motion Week with partners and potential partners.
Meetings:
The terms of reference will be reviewed at the May meeting
Meetings to be held in May and November annually
Minutes to include recommendations, discussion, action steps, responsibility and timelines
Minutes will be taken by partners, alphabetically by last name
The chair does not have to take minutes.
March 29, 2011.
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Mission Statement:
WDG in motion is leading the way to a physically active, healthy WDG by:
Building long-term and meaningful partnerships
Encouraging the development of healthy communities that support physical activity
Supporting local opportunities for residents to be physically active; and
Removing barriers to physical activity.
The goals of WDG in motion are to:
Increase access to recreation;
Design communities that allow citizens to safely commute to and from work, school or play by walking or cycling;
Increase residents physical activity rates thereby decreasing heart disease, obesity and cancer risk; and
Create policies to support residents being active.
Guiding Principles:
We understand that increasing physical activity is a complex issue
We work within our capacities & resources
We leverage existing efforts & look for opportunities to partner
We strive to model our vision within our own organizations
We learn together & engage in knowledge transfer
We manage our growth
We measure progress & celebrate success.
Purpose:
To achieve the mission of WDG in motion, the partnership network is open to anyone who has an interest in increasing physical activity rates in WDG. The partners will:
Provide input into the regional plan by identifying local needs
at the Advisory Table
Participate in regional information sharing, professional development and knowledge transfer
Present their work plans
Maintain the integrity of the in motion licensing agreement
Synchronize messages, events and initiatives with affiliates who have similar interests or goals
Champion in motion & in motion Week with partners and potential partners.
Meetings:
The terms of reference will be reviewed at the May meeting
Meetings to be held in May and November annually
Minutes to include recommendations, discussion, action steps, responsibility and timelines
Minutes will be taken by partners, alphabetically by last name
The chair does not have to take minutes.
March 29, 2011.
