UMFÍ

UMFÍ strengthens the work of its member federations and their member clubs.

• The purpose and role of UMFÍ, the regional sports federations and their member clubs are clear. Work is under way on coordinating their activities and funding, regardless of location.
• More cooperation and knowledge sharing for leaders within the movement.
• An advocate for the movement externally, as reflected in published material and comments on bills to the Althingi and other public bodies.
• UMFÍ ensures access to specialised information systems and data to obtain the best information about the movement at any given time.
  
  

UMFÍ encourages and supports better public health.

• Report on and analyse participation and drop-out in organised sports and youth work using the best available methods and closer cooperation with experts.
• Use a variety of methods to encourage more prevention work related to physical, mental and social health.

UMFÍ is a strong service provider.

• Analyse the situation of member federations with the aim of strengthening personal contact between UMFÍ and member federations’ staff. Closer contact improves service.
• Develop clear procedures and improve member federations’ access to information and guidance they can use in their work.
  
  

UMFÍ is a leader in education and prevention.

• Develop educational material based on research with experts that is useful to as many people as possible.
• Use modern methods of education and information sharing. Consider the timing and location of education so that as many people as possible can benefit from it.
  
  

UMFÍ organises events.

• Organise a variety of events, such as with new projects or sports, that encourage greater awareness of better public health.
• Cooperate on running events that are consistent with UMFÍ’s policy and role.
  
  

UMFÍ supports grassroots work.

• Review funds and set working and allocation rules in line with UMFÍ’s role. Increase transparency in allocations from UMFÍ’s funds.
• Provide advice and assistance with funding, grant applications in Iceland and abroad, and framework agreements that benefit member federations.

UMFÍ emphasises modern methods.

• Make decisions based on needs and circumstances at any given time, keep up with technological change and encourage adaptation and changes in working methods in line with changing and new circumstances. Encourage people to be progressive and dare to try new things.
• Use effective communication formats in education and meetings depending on the place and time.
• Use information systems and electronic communication within the movement in line with modern technology, use and needs at any given time.
  
  

UMFÍ is built on sound governance.

• Ensure equality of all member federations in decision-making and that the organisation of the movement takes account of the different sizes and locations of member federations.
• Ensure active consultation and democratic working methods so that member federations have a platform to express themselves.
• Professional working methods, transparency and traceable decisions characterise UMFÍ’s work.
  
  

UMFÍ behaves responsibly.

• Procedures and information shall be clear, accessible and coordinated.
• Respect for nature and the environment in all UMFÍ’s work.

UMFÍ is built on strong volunteer work.

• Volunteers can gain the knowledge and skills they need for their work and are given suitable tasks.
• Share information about the importance of volunteer work and celebrate it both inside and outside the movement.
• Create incentives that appeal to young people, engage them and increase the value of non-formal learning and work.
  
  

UMFÍ has a strong team of staff.

• UMFÍ staff have interdisciplinary knowledge and are diverse and well coordinated, with appropriate different strengths and specialisations.
  
  

UMFÍ is a strong partner.

• More emphasis on dialogue and cooperation with the government.
• Work on broader cooperation with universities and the academic community and improve synergies.
• Define who UMFÍ wants to connect with and assess the benefits of cooperation for partners, whether they are member federations, companies or other NGOs.
• The benefits of international cooperation are assessed and cooperation prioritised.

UMFÍ is forward-looking in obtaining grants and operating funds.

• Protect and strengthen existing sources of income. Draw attention to research data showing the value of sports and youth work for society.
• Increase sources of income for individual projects through innovative means.
• Strengthen the finances of regional sports federations through various methods and means, and strengthen their work so that it has greater impact in each area.
  
  

UMFÍ is responsible in its use of funds, human resources, facilities and equipment.

• There is clear planning and budgeting for projects. Projects are systematically followed up and regularly settled.
• Be resourceful in the use of funds and facilities at any given time.
• Ensure equality and transparency in the distribution of funds. This is done through clear allocation rules in line with UMFÍ’s policy.