CCI currently consists of 27 Associations from around the word representing a single country (National Association) or a larger region (Regional Associations). We currently have connections with over 80 countries.
MEMBERSHIP
Introduction
Membership is designed to encourage, nurture, and connect Associations and Individuals within the international Christian camping community. Membership also provides the platform to encourage the development of new Associations worldwide.
Associations are groups of camps or camping ministries that enhance, encourage and expand the work of Christian camping in their country or region through mutually beneficial training, networking, sharing of best practices, and common support.
Association Membership
Membership is exclusive to one Association per country and one per region; members will be expected to be a member of their regional Association if it exists, in addition to being part of CCI Worldwide. For details on the process, criteria and benefits of Association membership, please read the full community document (button at top of page).
GATHERINGS
All CCI Gatherings indicated will run on a rolling program.
Global Gatherings
The purpose of the Global Gathering is to:
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Provide spiritual support for the Association leaders.
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Enhance networking and relationships between Association leaders and beyond.
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Create a forum to discuss issues of mutual concern within Christian camping and invite perspectives beyond CCI members.
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Share best practices in Christian camping and Association management.
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Provide opportunity to visit Christian camping venues and programmes in different parts of the world.
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Celebrate Christian camping globally
Regional Gatherings
The purpose of Regional Gatherings is to:
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Provide spiritual support for Association leaders
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Enhance networking and relationships between Association leaders.
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Create a forum to discuss issues of mutual concern within Christian camping especially within the scope of the region.
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Share best practices in Christian camping and Association management.
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Provide opportunity to view Christian camping venues and programmes within the region.
A total of five Regional Gatherings will be run in the following regions:
- Europe
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Asia Pacific
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Africa
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North America, including Canada and Jamaica
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Latin America
These may be stand-alone events or they may link with existing regional meetings and may take place online.
Executive Leadership Gathering
The purpose of the Executive Leadership Gathering is to:
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Provide spiritual support for Association executive leaders
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Enhance networking and relationships between Association executive leaders.
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Create a forum to discuss issues of mutual concern within Christian camping especially within the scope of the job role.
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Share best practices in Christian camping and Association management.
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Provide opportunity to view Christian camping venues and programmes within the region.
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COMMUNICATION
CCI will communicate regularly with members and share prayer requests through mailings
CCI WORLDWIDE BOARD
The Board of Directors is the official governing body of CCI.
Responsibilities
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To act as the guardians of the Statement of Faith.
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To approve the Strategic Plan.
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To establish appropriate policies.
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To approve the annual budget.
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To select and supervise the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
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To select the Board Chair and other officers.
For full details on the requirements to join the board, the board composition, terms, meetings and officers as well as the nomination and election process, please read the full community document (button at top of page).
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND STAFF
The Board of Directors may employ a Chief Executive Officer to fulfil the organisation’s mission and vision, and to manage the day-to-day operations of CCI and to serve as a non-voting, ex-officio member of the Board of Directors.
The responsibilities of the CEO include:
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Serving as the guardian of the ‘Identity: Who We Are’ and ‘Community: How We Relate’ documents.
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Selecting, supervising, and reviewing the employment and involvement of all staff and volunteers (paid or unpaid) of CCI.
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Managing the finances.
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Fulfilling of the Strategic Intents and other initiatives and goals established by the Board of Directors.
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Raising the funds needed to operate and grow CCI.
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Communicating with the members.
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Speaking on behalf of CCI.
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Representing CCI.
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Assessing the health of each Association and providing encouragement and support as needed.
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Establishing new Associations.
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Developing links with other organisations with the intent of forming partnerships
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Other duties assigned by the Board of Directors.
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FINANCES
Funds needed to operate CCI will be generated primarily through donations, membership fees and event fees. The United States Dollar is the primary currency used for transactions.
Income may be used for operating expenses such as salaries, travel, insurance, administration and communication as well as for the expansion of and strengthening of CCI through the establishment of new Associations and by temporarily assisting existing Associations.
An annual budget will be prepared by the CEO and approved by the board and an outside review of the financial statements will be conducted each year. Financial accountability will adhere to the standards of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA).