About AFOA
AFOA Vision, Mission and Strategic Objectives 2009-2014
AFOA’s Board of Directors has approved an ambitious three year Strategic Plan for 2006-2009. The Plan builds on new Vision and Mission statements and is based on eight key strategic objectives.
AFOA Vision:
AFOA is the centre for excellence, information and certification in Aboriginal management.
AFOA Mission:
Contributing to Aboriginal social and economic prosperity by building a professional, educated workforce that supports effective governance and administration.
How do we accomplish our mission and vision?
- Conducting capacity development research aimed at enhancing competency in financial management, general management and program management;
- Developing capacity development programs, products and services;
- Providing professional development training;
- Certifying Aboriginal financial managers;
- Participating in the development of Aboriginal financial management, accounting and reporting standards;
- Promoting best practices;
- Encouraging Aboriginal youth to enter into the finance and management professions;
- Providing a forum to share knowledge, experience and best practices;
- Being aware of and understanding current trends in Aboriginal finance and management; and,
- Supporting Aboriginal accountability and governance efforts.
AFOA STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES – 2006-2009
- Support Aboriginal effective governance efforts
- Promote enhanced Aboriginal financial and management practices and standards
- Enhance AFOA and CAFM profile among Aboriginals and other stakeholders
- Strengthen and augment AFOA products, programs and services
- Increase and stabilize AFOA revenue and funding
- Increase membership and CAFMs, and continue to improve member services
- Support Chapters and regional network development and strengthen coordination among Chapters and with AFOA Canada
- Continue to enhance AFOA governance and management