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A Duty To Delegate: Guidance For Vincentian Leaders 1200 628 Jill Pioter
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A Duty To Delegate: Guidance For Vincentian Leaders

Webster defines the verb “delegate” as “to entrust to another.”  It seems simple enough but isn’t always so when human nature intrudes. Delegating is a core principle of sound management and our Rule expects Vincentian leaders to practice it.  Yet we frequently hear stories of Conferences and Councils unable to function effectively because presidents want…

05-05-2022 Questions and Answers 1200 628 Jill Pioter
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05-05-2022 Questions and Answers

Q: If a Conference is working to help an individual and is lacking all the funds to do so, can members raise money for this purpose? A: Yes, the Conference can raise such funds (for this purpose) but in a special way. When soliciting funds for this purpose, a reference should be made to help…

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National Presidential Election Update

The SVdP National Council Presidential election process is now underway. Each National Council Member is expected to activate the involvement of his/her Council in the nominating phase of the election. You are responsible for notifying affiliated Councils and Conferences of the pending nomination process and should invite their thinking and recommendations about potential nominees. Cover…

So, You’ve Been Elected President… 1200 628 Jill Pioter
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So, You’ve Been Elected President…

Thank you for sharing your time and talents with fellow Conference and Council members as well as those in need.  As with all involvement in the Society, we hope your work as a Vincentian servant leader will lead you to greater faith, an increased desire to serve and stronger friendships. Do you feel some anxiety…

04-28-2022 Questions and Answers 1200 628 Jill Pioter
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04-28-2022 Questions and Answers

Q: Do we need to put the non-discrimination policy in the Bylaws or keep it with other policies such as the Conflict-of-Interest policy?  A: Conferences must define the non-discrimination policy and include it in the bylaws. The Non-Discrimination Policy is found on the national website. Click here: https://members.ssvpusa.org/information-for-members/policies-procedures/. Also check with local legal counsel to…

2022 National Assembly Registration Is Now Open! 1089 422 Jill Pioter
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2022 National Assembly Registration Is Now Open!

Registration now open for the 2022 National Assembly! Happening in Baltimore, Maryland at the Marriott Baltimore Waterfront from August 30 – September 3. Don’t miss this amazing agenda, and the opportunity to gather together with Vincentian Family & Friends. Register today, and don’t forget to submit your ideas for the Best Practices Poster Session! National Assembly…

The Need for Risk Management – Part 3 1200 628 Jill Pioter
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The Need for Risk Management – Part 3

We conclude our series of excerpts from an article in the Smart Risk Management Manager’s Training Workbook on the five core principles of Risk Management.  This week’s focus is on the fourth and fifth of those principles – Empathy and Fairness. Core Principle #4 – Empathy Managerial empathy is the ability to identify with your…

4-21-2022 Questions and Answers 1200 628 Jill Pioter
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4-21-2022 Questions and Answers

Q: What process, i.e., Board voting, Executive decision, etc., does the Society take to endorse any legislative efforts? A: The National Voice of the Poor Committee identifies legislation that affects the Society and the people we serve.  The Committee takes into account the positions held by other Catholic organizations as well: USCCB, Catholic Charities, etc.…

04-14-2022 Questions and Answers 1200 628 Jill Pioter
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04-14-2022 Questions and Answers

Q: Are we supposed to delete all history from ServWare that is more than three years old to avoid too much paperwork or to give a fresh start after three years? A: When it comes to case records, it is good to know a little history, but going back beyond three years may not be…

The Need for Risk Management – Part Two 1200 628 Jill Pioter
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The Need for Risk Management – Part Two

We continue with the excerpts from the Smart Risk Management Manager’s Training Workbook dealing with the five core principles of Risk Management. The second and third of those principles – Observation and Communication – are covered this week. Core Principle #2 – Observation Smart Risk Managers are always on the lookout for risk and wrongdoing.…

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