The edge of governance

In Lebanon, I delivered a speech on external relationships and fundraising, which in turn triggered a debate on the question of governance arose.

In my view, governance as a concept belongs only to a very select few members of a given organisation. The rest of the members who believe in a cause aren’t included. Some may be in this position for 40 years and others might invite family to be part of the board.

The people participating in the debate agreed with my view about change and taking responsibility for the change. These are issues shared by many developing countries.

Our challenge now is to change the mindset of the people to enable the humanitarian sector to florusih for the benefit of our real owners- the needy.