U.S. GRAND LODGE STRATEGIC PLAN - Anno IVxix
The plan consists of five main initiatives, derived from the Vision Statement. The strategic plan guides us toward achieving our vision, in support of our mission, and in conformity with our values.
Each initiative has objectives, which are supported by one or more goals. Objectives may be ongoing, but goals represent particular milestones in the accomplishment of the objective. Each goal (what) has a strategy (how), responsibility (who), and estimated timeframe (when). The timeframe may extend beyond this year; the plan will be reviewed each year to measure progress and updated as necessary.
This version of the plan is an update of the original strategic plan, which was adopted in Anno IVxv.
Notes on review terminology used herein: "Continuing" means that a strategy item or goal was not completed in the previous review period. "Ongoing" refers to a continuing procedure that has been established but has not yet resulted in completion of the goal. "Renewed" means that a goal has been extended by addition of a new strategy item.
U.S.G.L. Strategic Initiatives
(We envision OTO USA as a model religious and fraternal order of occult initiates, and a leading proponent of Thelemic thought and culture within the United States.)
Objective: Fully implement Liber 194 to the extent possible and practicable
Objective: Implement Liber 101 to the extent possible and practicable
Objective: Increase exposure of OTO and Thelema in alternative and mainstream press
Objective: Support Thelemic speakers, authors, artists, musicians, filmmakers, etc.
(We will maintain a physical presence near every major population center in the country, from which we will offer services in support of our mission to our members and to the public.)
Objective: Establish new local bodies in needed areas
Objective: Support growth of existing local bodies
Objective: Support acquisition and maintenance of dedicated space for Lodges
Objective: Support development of Rose Croix Chapters
Objective: Support development of Mystic Temples
(We will uphold the highest standards of excellence and effectiveness in the practice and dissemination of our religious, spiritual, magical, and ethical teachings.)
Objective: Improve initiation standards
Objective: Improve ecclesiastical standards
Objective: Improve educational standards
Objective: Increase use and usefulness of Grand Lodge library
Objective: Improve communications between Grand Lodge and the membership
Objective: Improve communications within Grand Lodge government
Objective: Improve Grand Lodge financial stability and growth
Objective: Strategic planning
(We will espouse and defend the principle of individual liberty while cultivating strong fraternal bonds within our ranks.)
Objective: Increase effectiveness of conflict resolution
Objective: Encourage and strengthen fraternal bonds
(We will foster harmonious and constructive relationships with the academic, business, civil, and greater social communities within which we operate.)
Objective: Establish dialogue with academic community
Objective: Establish relationship with broader charitable community