Social mission
Your MFI's mission sets out your shared goals, vision and values. It defines who you are and how you operate. Even if you find that you don't need to change or clarify your mission - before you start planning SPM initiatives, you should confirm that it is clear, comprehensive and in line with your overall objectives (explicit and implicit).
This section will answer three key questions:
What influences your mission?
MFIs, and the context in which they operate, grow and change over time. Some MFIs even transform into different kinds of institutions. So what does this all mean for your mission?
How should you conduct a mission review?
If you think that there's a gap between your stated mission and actual practice - or if you're simply looking to start your SPM initiatives on a firm footing - then you should plan a mission review for your MFI.
How can you build buy-in for your mission?
Getting everyone on board with your mission, from the Board down to the staff, will help you to move forward with SPM initiatives. Here's some quick tips to keep in mind...