The 5 Year Strategy has been compiled from feedback obtained during the Member Survey of 2007 and sets out the development of Reach over a 5 year period. This document sets out the main objectives of each section of the plan.

Funding Objectives

• Agree Terms of Reference for the Fundraising Committee
• Increase funding from the established fundraising Schemes
• Establish an annual fund raising event. i.e Fund-raising Week

Public Relations and Marketing Objectives

• Keep merchandise current and explore new items as required
• Promote Reach name where possible, including conferences
• To maximise the talents and abilities of our Patron

Business Continuity Objectives

• Additional Office Staff Member to gain knowledge and expertise
• Modern and effective Office and IT Equipment
• Establish a 2ndOffice

Communications Objectives

• Effective Communications with target audience
• Utilise the most cost effective and modern communication tools

Branch Network Objectives

• Increase the network of branches
• Enhance the branches effectiveness and financial self reliance

Activities and Events Objectives

• Continue established events
• Establish rolling venues
• Introduce new events in response to members feedback

Member Support Objectives

• Regular survey’s to gain members feedback
• Keeping in-house publications up to date
• Provide appropriate support to all members
• Investigate the possibilities of offering assisted places on main events

Professionals and ResearchObjectives

• Keep updated with emerging technologies
• Monitor development and products in prosthetics and surgery
• To forge links with companies and professionals in relevant areas

Governance Objectives

• Review our constitution
• To investigate the advantages and disadvantages of Incorporation
• Review and Create where necessary policies and procedures