Actionable Steps

Short-Term Objectives (1-2 Years)

Acquire Land in Turkana:

Objective Metrics:
Conduct a comprehensive land survey within the first month to identify suitable plots.
Initiate negotiations within first month and finalise land purchase agreements within the second month.
Secure necessary legal documentation and endorsements from local community and governing bodies by the end of the third month.

Risk Management:
Consult with legal aid to identify and prepare for potential legal challenges that might arise.
Collaborate with environmental experts to assess and mitigate possible environmental impacts.

Community Collaboration:
Host regular community engagement meetings, starting from the first month, to gather input and foster a cooperative relationship with the local populace.
Establish a community liaison or a team to ensure the project aligns with the needs and aspirations of the local people.

Initial Funding:

Objective Metrics:
Identify and approach potential investors and grant organizations by the end of the first month.
Develop a coherent project proposal to secure investment and grants.

Risk Management:
Collaborate with a financial Manager to identify and strategise against potential financial risks.
Develop strategies to cushion the project against market volatility and currency fluctuations.

Community Collaboration:
Develop a community investment fund within the first year, encouraging local and international residents to participate financially in the project.
Initiate programs to educate the public about the investment fund and its associated benefits.

Pilot Agriculture Program:

Objective Metrics:
Implement syntropic agriculture, permaculture and energy systems within the first year.
Commence the training of local farmers in syntropic agriculture methods by the end of the first year.
Generate income from energy and food sales for True-Development within the first year.

Risk Management:
Develop strategies for sustainable water management and contingency plans to address potential agricultural setbacks, including strategies to manage adverse weather conditions or pest infestations.
Create a team to monitor and manage risks associated with the agriculture and energy program.

Community Collaboration:
Involve local experts and labor in the development and management of the agricultural and energy program.
Set up skill transfer programs and workshops to foster community ownership and knowledge sharing.

Cultural Sensitivity Training:

Objective Metrics:
Develop a cultural sensitivity training module within the first year of project initiation.
Integrate cultural sensitivity training within the onboarding process for all team members, to be implemented.
Create a platform where team members can share their own cultural insights and experiences, to be integrated into the training module.

Risk Management:
Identify potential cultural friction points early on to incorporate them into the training module for preventative measures.
Collaborate with local cultural experts to ensure the module's accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Establish a conflict resolution team trained in cultural sensitivity to address any issues that may arise.

Community Collaboration:
Host community workshops to foster a two-way dialogue and learn from the local populace's knowledge and experiences.
Create feedback loops to continuously update and refine the training module based on community inputs.
Document local stories, traditions, and histories as educational materials to be used in training modules.
Invite community members to contribute to the training module, sharing their own perspectives and cultural norms.

Mutual Understanding:
Implement cultural exchange programs that allow both the project team and the local community to present their cultures.
Facilitate intercultural events where both team members and locals can learn about each other's traditions, holidays, and values.
Establish a mentor-mentee program pairing team members with local individuals to foster deeper cultural understanding.

Collaboration with Existing Local Initiatives:

Objective Metrics:
Identify and engage with existing local initiatives in the first three months to explore potential collaboration opportunities.
Develop framework agreements for collaboration by the end of the sixth month and establish official partnerships where possible.

Risk Management:
Carefully screen potential partners to avoid collaborating with organizations whose interests may conflict.
Establish clear guidelines for collaboration to manage expectations and avoid potential conflicts.

Community Collaboration:
Engage the community in the collaboration process and seek their input on potential partners and areas of collaboration.

Women Empowerment:

Objective Metrics:
Develop programs targeting women empowerment, including skill development and leadership training, to be launched within the first six months.
Facilitate community dialogues to address and challenge societal norms that might be hindering women's empowerment.

Risk Management:
Develop strategies to address potential resistance or challenges to women's empowerment initiatives, including community sensitisation programs.
Establish the project as a support system to empower women through occupational opportunities, thereby assisting them in overcoming existing barriers.

Community Collaboration:
Collaborate with women's groups and organizations in the community to co-create women empowerment initiatives.
Establish forums for women to voice their concerns and suggestions, fostering an inclusive decision-making process.

Local Employment:

Objective Metrics:
Develop training programs to equip locals with necessary skills to oversee farming and energy systems, aiming to employ and train at least 30 residents within the first year.

Risk Management:
Develop a comprehensive workplace safety and training program to minimise risks related to labour and operations.

Community Collaboration:
Collaborate with local leaders to identify potential candidates for employment within the first three months.
Establishing partnerships with local educational institutions to facilitate skill development program.

Tech Infrastructure:

Objective Metrics:
Develop and plan a 100% green energy IT Infrastructure within the first year.
Initiate the automation of processes within the first year, after Infrastructure completion, focusing on Resource efficient and sustainable operations.

Risk Management:
Develop strategies to secure the network against potential power or cyber risks and ensure data integrity.
Set up a team to manage and mitigate risks associated with tech infrastructure.

Community Collaboration:
Launch community awareness programs to inform locals about the technological advancements brought by the project.
Develop training programs to equip the local populace with necessary tech skills, ensuring inclusivity in technological benefits.

Research and Development:

Objective Metrics:
Form a team of experts to conduct market research and feasibility studies for each segment of your project within the firth year.

Risk Management:
Develop strategies to address potential barriers identified during the research phase.

Community Collaboration:
Engage the local community in research activities to incorporate their insights and foster a sense of ownership from the inception stage.

Spiritual Programs:

Objective Metrics:
Promote Our Founder's Modern interpretation of the Tao Te Ching, showcasing how Lao Tzu's Understanding of Nature and The Way, is still relevant today.

Risk Management:
Develop strategies to foster tolerance and understanding amidst diverse spiritual beliefs and practices within the community.
Organize inter-faith dialogues fostering a spirit of unity and understanding in the diverse community within the first six months.

Community Collaboration:
Engage with local spiritual leaders to create programs that resonate with and incorporate local spiritual traditions.
Establish a community outreach team to foster a global spiritual community, encouraging participation from the local populace.