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MINUTES OF THE IMAGOAFRICA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD AT THE HOME OF KOBUS AND ANITA VAN DER MERWE ON 2006-05-07 AT 14H30
Present: David Mills, Louise Kriedeman, Joy Clarke, Callie Hugo, Anita van der Merwe, Mia Mudie, Kobus van der Merwe, Johanri Engelbrecht
Apologies: Reyhana Seedat, Ronelle de Klerk, Kola de Klerk, Trix O’Callaghan, Eleanor Bubb, Vilia Lyell, Margaret Becker, Carmen Sear, Denise Moys, Jean Graham
Welcome and Connections A quorum was established and the meeting was called to order. All present were welcomed. David was elected to chair the meeting.
Chairman’s Report David reported that a split had taken place into ImagoAfrica and Imago International. He reported that the committee meetings had been erratic, but that the planning of dates in advance would hopefully sort this problem out. Kobus was commended for the work he had done in the training portfolio. Mention was made of the reception held for Maureen Brine earlier in the year. Mia was thanked for the work she had done in updating the database. The database had been issued to IRI and had been downloaded onto their website. The ImagoAfrica website is now up and running and Carmen and Jenny Waters were thanked for their efforts. It was noted that it is still a work in progress. Eleanor was thanked for the newsletter she had prepared and it was noted that this would now be a regular institution. Callie was thanked for his work in academic support, and Kobus and Ian were thanked for the training they presented at Wits recently. Callie’s concerns regarding the international board structure and how ImagoAfrica can build relationships were noted. Anita was also thanked for her contribution in marketing Imago.
Callie thanked Dave for the work he had put in and Johanri noted that Dave performed his duties with mindfulness. Louise reported that it was awesome to see an Imago couple involved in the chairing part of the committee. Kobus especially noted Dave’s thoroughness and also thanked him for planting the seeds of perhaps hosting the next conference in South Africa. Dave and Joy’s involvement in the international Imago community was praised.
Training Portfolio Report Kobus reported to the meeting on the amount of people currently being trained and that they represent a wide variety of areas in South Africa. He was pleased to report that two black therapists were also being trained. The training on addictions and affairs presented by Maureen Brine was the advanced training for the term. Discussions were underway with Maya, Bob and Wendy, but Kobus indicated that they apparently were not qualified to present workshop presenters training. Jette or Maya would be contacted in this regard.
The need to discuss the ethos of those invited to present training as a committee was noted. It was also noted that those being trained need to be screened according to certain criteria and Kobus asked for assistance in this regard.
Callie expressed concern that people of colour are a minority in Imago. He noted the need for a meeting on indigenous training. Only pastoral counselors, MA psychologist and qualified social workers will be allowed to attend clinical training. Callie noted his concern in the registration of pastoral counselors. Callie expressed the opinion that Imago is a way of life and that IRI’s rules prevent this. Dave suggested that ImagoAfrica put together a proposal and work with IRI. Callie noted that Imago should not be as elitist as it is and that it needs to be spread through SA accreditation structures. Louise indicated that she is aware of Zimbabweans who have read the book and are doing great work with it. More such empowerment is necessary.
Kobus reported that Maureen had indicated that she would support his training as a master trainer and he requested the committee’s support in this. The need for more master trainers in South Africa was emphasized.
Approval of Financials It was reported that ImagoAfrica could be registered as a Section 21 Company, but there is a lot of work involved in doing this. Due to the cost implications of this, Dave suggested that ImagoAfrica tables the financials themselves and noted he would be available to do this.
The need for reimbursement of committee members for costs was discussed. This could be listed as an item on the budget and members should feel free to come forward with their costs. Kobus noted that he covered his costs through training, but that he had recently had three stop with their training. Joy suggested that ImagoAfrica look at subsidizing the two black trainees and Dave noted he would look into this. Johanri queried when membership fees become due and asked for clarification on international membership. It was noted that international membership amounted to US$15. This fee would be included in the local membership fee and be paid over by Dave. Membership fees were established at R380-00 for 2006.
Johanri proposed a fundraising event to raise funds for black trainees. Kobus proposed a workshop to raise funds for some committee members to attend the conference. 26 and 27 August were proposed.
Proposed Change to ImagoAfrica Constitution Point 6.1 amended to read: “The Annual General Meeting of the members of the Association shall be held not later than the month of May in each year on such date and at such hour and place as the Executive Committee may determine.”
Election of Executive Committee The following members were nominated and elected as Executive Committee members for the 2006 year:
David Mills Kobus van der Merwe Eleanor Bubb Callie Hugo Mia Mudie Ian Opperman Johanri Engelbrecht
Ad-hoc committee member: Margaret Becker Joy Clarke
Associate member: Carmen Sear
Concern was raised as to the re-election of Reyhana Seedat due to the practicalities involved in meeting attendance. Joy proposed that a representative be elected in each region who will report to the executive committee on issues they would like raised.
Summaries of meetings to be placed on the website by Jenny and Carmen.
Previous committee members and all those involved in ImagoAfrica were thanked for their work.
Election of ImagoAfrica Chair Dave Mills was nominated and unanimously re-elected as Chairman.
Election of ImagoAfrica Vice Chair Mia Mudie was nominated and unanimously elected as Vice Chairlady.
Proposed ImagoAfrica Conference 2007 Those present voted that the conference take place in May 2007 and were requested to put thought into this for the next meeting. It was proposed that a committee be set up to deal with the conference arrangements.
General
Next Meeting The committee meeting is scheduled for 3 July 2006.
Portfolios ImagoAfrica Administrator: Carmen Sear ImagoAfrica Training: Kobus van der Merwe/ Johanri Engelbrecht ImagoAfrica Financial Administration: David Mills ImagoAfrica Academic Support: Callie Hugo / Ian Opperman ImagoAfrica Inter-Cultural Initiatives, Practice Support and Standards: Johanri Engelbrecht / Callie Hugo ImagoAfrica Database and Registrations: Mia Mudie
Website The need to market the website via the newsletter and clients was noted.
Advertising portfolio Kobus agreed to take on this portfolio for a while.
IRI Directory 2006 50 copies will be ordered for members who register. The cost is to be included in their membership fee.
Newsletter A more digestible and smaller format was suggested.
Support for Imago Therapists Kobus suggested supervision groups where couples in Imago therapy are supported, especially since their relationships take particular strain. This is to be discussed at the next meeting.
Conclusion All present were thanked for their participation. Kobus and Anita were thanked for the use of their home and the eats provided.
Minutes taken by Mia Mudie
Minutes typed by Carmen Sear |