As we get ready to celebrate 50 years of Reach in 2028, we are updating our Articles of Association and as part of that process are looking to widen our objects so we can continue to support children and young people as they become adult.
The Consultation Process is Now Live!!
Calendar of events:
| Date & Time | Where/what | Who is it for? | Why? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 21 May 7.30-9pm | Online meeting | Branch coordinators | We are holding two branch coordinator meetings so that they are well placed to answer any questions raised in group chats and the Facebook groups. |
| Wednesday 22 May 7.30-9pm | Online meeting | Branch Coordinators | We are holding two branch coordinator meetings so that they are well placed to answer any questions raised in group chats and the Facebook groups. |
| Tuesday 28 May 6-7.30pm | Online meeting Click here to register | Reach members | This meeting will be attended by the Charity Lead, Board members and someone from our legal team and is an opportunity for all members to ask questions and find out more. |
| Tuesday 11th June 7.30-9pm | Online meeting Click here to register | Reach members | This meeting will be attended by the Charity Lead, Board members and someone from our legal team and is an opportunity for all members to ask questions and find out more. |
| Friday 14 June | Publish FAQs / minutes from the meeting in a secure area members can log into | Reach members | This ensures the information is widely available to all members particularly those unable to attend the online meetings. |
| Friday 14 June | WhatsApp / FB message to update on FAQs | Reach members | For inclusive practice we want to touch base with members who couldn’t attend meetings. |
| Sunday 16 June 11am-12.30pm | Town Hall meeting in Birmingham Click here to register | Reach members | A chance for any members to have face to face time with Trustees and Charity Lead and ask questions about the proposal. |
| w/c 15 July | Newsletter update on how the proposal process is progressing & give instructions for proxy vote and cut-off date | Ensuring all members who would like a proxy vote understand the process and when they need to complete any relevant paperwork. | |
| w/c 9 September | Publish draft Articles of Association in a secure area members can log into | Fulfilling the requirement in the current Article of Association to publish any proposed changes at least 31 clear days prior to the vote. We are giving six weeks to make sure everyone has ample opportunity to read them. | |
| September 10 | Newsletter, WhatsApp & FB closed group reminder that the vote will take place at AGM & make sure everyone knows the draft AoA have been shared. | Reach members | Make sure all those who want to vote have taken up the opportunity to do so and have all the info to make an informed decision. |
| AGM / Family weekend 26 October | In person | Reach members | Special Resolution Vote takes place |
If you would like to feedback to the Trustees on the proposal during the consultation period, please email articlesfeedback@reach.org.uk or write to SJ at our office address: Reach, Tavistock Enterprise Hub, Brook Street, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0BN before Thursday 20 June to allow us time to collate your feedback for the Trustee meeting that weekend.
NB: If you would prefer to receive the proposal in the post, please get in touch with SJ either by email: sarah-janel@reach.or.uk or by phone M: 07932 747 652 and she will make sure to get it to you.