Dear Members
It is hard to believe that it is nearly 3 years since our inauguration and we are delighted to now have such a vibrant, exciting and growing u3a. However, as with all things, we need dedicated people, working behind the scenes to oil the machinery and to make things happen! Our Constitution allows for Committee members to remain in their roles for up to 3 years, after which they must take a break. This means, as the current committee largely came on board together, they may also be taking their “break” from their current roles together. We therefore have an urgent need to include more people in our team to allow for our u3a to continue. Much of the hard work has already been done. There are about 5 meetings a year where we document what we do, make decisions and agree on the way forward. People will also need to be able to work as part of a team and send and receive emails. Currently we have 6 people but really need 12. Obviously the more people we have on board, the less there is for everyone to do. However with no new people coming forward we will have no option but to close the u3a and that will be sad for everyone.
If you think you could help and would like to attend a meeting to see what we do before making up your mind, or talk in detail about the specifics, we will be more than happy to arrange this. Please contact me on 01255 670827 or Chair@FWDu3a.org.uk or get in touch with any committee member you feel comfortable talking to.
I look forward to hearing from you
Lorry Greenall
Chair FWD u3a