Grand Kivu

Decentralised Governance

Power shared across chapters, continents, and members — not concentrated at the centre.

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System

The system we use is decentralised governance

Grand Kivu does not run as a single top-down hierarchy. Authority is distributed: local chapters decide local matters, continental forums coordinate regions, and the General Assembly sets shared direction. Coordination exists to connect — not to command.

  • Local autonomy Chapters set priorities, events, and outreach for their communities.
  • Peer coordination Continental reps link chapters without overriding their mandates.
  • Shared consent Major policies and leadership emerge from member votes, not central decree.
  • Open accountability Minutes, finances, and decisions stay visible to the whole network.
Decentralised governance network A network diagram showing members, chapters, continental forums, and the General Assembly connected as peers rather than a pyramid. Assembly Africa Europe Americas Asia / Oceania Chapters Members Shared consent
Not a pyramid — a living network where chapters, continents, and members share power.
Structure

Our Governance Model

Distributed roles that keep decisions close to the communities they affect

Chapter Autonomy

Local chapters govern day-to-day work, events, and outreach — with freedom to adapt to their city and culture.

Continental Forums

Regional circles coordinate across chapters, share learning, and escalate only what needs wider consent.

General Assembly

The shared decision space for all members: major policies, elections, and network-wide priorities every two years.

Workflow

Decision Making Process

Inclusive, transparent, and democratic steps to collective action

1

Proposal

Members submit initiatives or policy changes with clear objectives and budget estimates.

2

Consultation

Global member feedback is gathered through forums, surveys, and regional discussions.

3

Decision

Democratic voting by the General Assembly or Committee based on the scope of the decision.

4

Execution

Transparent implementation with regular progress reports and full member accountability.

Leadership

Governance Board

Ensuring accountability and strategic oversight

Jean-Pierre Bemba

Jean-Pierre Bemba

Board Chair

A prominent figure in Congolese affairs, providing strategic guidance to the organization.

Integrity

Accountability & Transparency

Maintaining the highest standards of integrity in all our operations

Financial Audits

Quarterly reports and annual independent audits published and accessible to all members.

Term Limits

Maximum two consecutive two-year terms for all executive positions to ensure fresh perspectives.

Meeting Minutes

Records of all committee meetings published within 48 hours for full member oversight.

Ombudsman

An independent body to address member concerns, grievances, and ethical compliance.

Governance meeting
Get Involved

Your Voice Matters

Every member is empowered to participate actively in our governance structure.

Vote in biannual elections
Join specialized working groups
Submit proposals for new initiatives
Run for Continental Representative
Join the Assembly

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