Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen.
It is my privilege to introduce to you Delta State Civil Society Organisations Forum, DELCOF, the umbrella body of non-state actors in Delta State.
DELCOF comprises over 250 registered member organizations focusing on different thematic areas of development, all of which work to support the sustainable development goals in Delta State and in Nigeria at large .
DELCOF is aimed at strengthening the underlying principles of good governance, and targets of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through collaborative efforts of non-state actors to create a sense of cooperation, mutual understanding, harmony and affection.
DELCOF has the following structure:
- Board of Trustees,
- Executive Council,
- Senatorial Coordinators and Assistant coordinators, 3 each;
- LGA Coordinators and Assistants, 25 each.
- We have six cluster heads (Media Cluster, NGO Clusters, CBOs Clusters, FBOs Clusters, Human Rights Cluster, and Persons living with disability cluster),
As the umbrella body of NON-STATE ACTORS in Delta State, DELCOF is to facilitate effective advocacy on issues of sustainable development goals, key policy reforms, and other development matters.
The Vision: A body of non-state actors enjoying effective partnership for sustainable development in Delta State, whilst our Mission is building the capacity of member organizations to promote good governance and development, and where necessary, to act as a clearing house for non-state actors/donors channeling development grants intended for programme implementation.
DELCOF’s aim:
- To strengthen the underlying principles of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through collaborative efforts of civil societies.
- To promote development policies that will address the issues of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- To act as a liaison and link between member organizations and relevant MDAs to promote general understanding and cooperation between the Non-State Actors and Government.
- To enhance communication and information sharing through a one-step resource center to meet the needs of development organizations.
Ladies and gentlemen, my profound and special appreciation goes to HIS EXCELLENCY, DR. IFEANYI OKOWA the Governor of Delta State, for his receptive attitude to civil society groups in the State from his first term in office to date, leading to his appointment of veterans from the civil society organizations into critical positions in his government, the likes of Barr. Bridget Anyanfulu, Hon. Commissioner, Directorate of Humanitarian and Community Support Services, Hon. Voke Ighorodje, SSA to the Executive Governor on External Relations (Donor Agencies) Activist. Rex Anighoro, SSA to the Governor on Civic Engagement and Civil Society, Amb. Caroline Osikpedo, SA on Youth Development amongst others.
Thank You For Coming
Comrade Mulade Sheriff, PHF, FNES
Convener/Chairman BoT