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GDI Town Hall Jan 11, 2019 12pm questions
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GDI Town Hall | |
QUESTIONS | |
GDI Town Hall | |
Jan 9 – 11, 2019 | |
#8688 | |
46 questions | |
Popular | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
58 | |
If Corinne is to remain as ED, can the board please articulate why they believe she is right leader for this org in this moment? How is she fit for this role? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
40 | |
With those speaking out against the harm Corinne has caused when will she be removed? others have quit to get away from the harm she counties to cause | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
28 | |
What is happening to the chapter funds for cities that are closed? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
25 | |
What qualifications does anyone in HQ have to insure they're able to fix all the things they still got wrong even with CL feedback & help from consultants | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
21 | |
For those still in HQ, what mistakes do you feel you've made in the middle of all of this? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
21 | |
Chapter leaders are the lifeblood of the organization. What is the org's plan to rebuilt trust in CLs? How will success be measured? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
20 | |
With the large number of CLs who have recently resigned, which is resulting in a large # of inactive chapters, is there a plan from HQ to relaunch those cities? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
18 | |
Why did Vanessa leave the board? Was it the end of her term, or was it because her behavior was outed on #causeascene? Can you acknowledge her harmful behavior? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
18 | |
Can you please be extremely explicit in sharing exactly what CL/Organizers need to do to be paid in a timely fashion. Delays of 3+ months need be avoided. | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
15 | |
It took chapter leaders a few days to find out how many active/inactive chapters we have. When will you update the sponsors and the site with real numbers? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
15 | |
How do you feel that unconscious bias and racism have played a part in all that's happened? What have you learned from this? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
14 | |
How will the organization measure success 6 months from now? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
14 | |
Why was the situation in Minneapolis not discussed with CLs at Summit? Or addressed at any point before that? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
14 | |
Why are chapters not being given regular updates on their finances? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
13 | |
After the negative response from HQ to CL speaking up (Letters sent out to CL on hiatus/strike) what is HQ doing to repair that repair that relationship CL | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
13 | |
When is Corinne stepping down? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
13 | |
Why should we believe that the systemic change that needs to happen can actually happen while the same people who created the problem remain in charge? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
13 | |
What would you like to say to chapter leaders who no longer feel like they are volunteering for a good cause and are thinking of leaving? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
12 | |
There’s been inconsistencies with how CLs are onboarded and enabled, leading to confusion about our rights regarding money, input, etc. How is this changing? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
12 | |
What does HQ do all day? It seems that there is a lot of 'work' being done, but none of it is to aid the CLs or Chapters? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
11 | |
Allowing those who cause constant harm to stay in the Org by default is by making those who stay complacent to the harm that has been cause to the margilized | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
11 | |
What will be done about the numerous incidents reported on the causeascene podcasts and beyond? Will the suspension and investigation terms ever be carried out? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
11 | |
I am constantly seeing HQ behind on payment tickets, which is embarrassing and makes it harder to get anything done. How will you address it? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
10 | |
For those on the board, what response do you have to the CLs and organizers who have signed the Open Letter expressing no confidence in the current HQ team? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
9 | |
What did the board know, and when did they know it? “I didn’t know” has been used as an excuse by various board members, so give us a timeline of who knew what. | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
9 | |
What additional enablement is coming to current active chapter leaders? We were told additional onboarding would be coming before new CLs would be enabled. | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
9 | |
How will HQ measure accountability moving forward? And how can chapter leaders hold HQ accountable for their actions when we see that something is wrong? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
9 | |
Do chapters really have access to $ in their chapter funds? If a chapter has 5k in the bank, is it real? Are you robbing Peter to pay Paul & it doesn't exist? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
9 | |
What has been communicated to sponsors regarding the investigations and strike? How are they being informed so they can make decisions about where their $ goes? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
9 | |
Will GDI create DEI training for all staff and CLs? What infrastructure are you building to ensure all of GDI learns what inclusivity is in practice? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 9, 2019 | |
8 | |
What out reach has HQ looked into doing to actually heal & move forward?Can HQ explain what exactly we're healing from?We need to know the exact damage done 1st | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
8 | |
Can the GDI staff please automate regular financial statements (at least quarterly)? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
8 | |
Please provide *specific* examples of systems and workflows that will be put in place to address the systemic racism found in the org. | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
7 | |
What steps is GDI taking to rebuild a culture that can evolve with the needs of its diverse membership? What will inclusivity look like in practice? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
5 | |
Why is there a character limit on these questions, what are you afraid of that you might get asked? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
5 | |
what are your goals and measurable outcomes from this townhall? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
5 | |
How will you balance the slow process of restoratively responding to harm done within GDI with the urgency of frustrated CLs seeking signs of immediate change? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
5 | |
HQ has mentioned they are listening to feedback. Please provide specific feedback you have received from members and how HQ is planning to address it. | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
4 | |
What are your goals for holding the townhall in this method? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
4 | |
If these town halls fail to address the concerns of the most frustrated among us, how will HQ ensure that these folks are heard? | |
Anonymous | |
Jan 10, 2019 | |
3 | |
Instead of trying to damage control which you have done horribly, have you considered making sizable donations to organizations that do carry out your message | |
Anonymous | |
7:26 PM | |
3 | |
If a Chapter is looking to onboard new Chapter Leaders, what is the process, and when will HQ be ready to onboard new Chapter Leaders? | |
Anonymous | |
7:34 PM | |
2 | |
How can HQ provide structure and motivation to continuing Chapters? Everything feels all loosey goosey at the moment. | |
Anonymous | |
12:26 PM | |
2 | |
How is Corrine able to lead while under investigation? | |
Anonymous | |
12:16 PM | |
1 | |
Corinne, the community has made it clear that we have already lost trust in your leadership. Why not resign so we can move forward? | |
Anonymous | |
12:21 PM | |
1 | |
Is there a plan to recruit board members who will be more active, involved and representative of the GDI community, such as former chapter leaders and teachers? | |
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These questions were submitted at https://app2.sli.do/event/08asvdf9/questions for the 12pm Town Hall Friday Jan 11. The ones that were answered are in this thread: https://twitter.com/hashtag/gditownhall?src=hash