According to a McKinsey report, employees spend an average of 1.8 hours each day searching for and gathering information. This challenge is not unique to businesses—it’s a reality for NGOs like PTPI, where time and resources are precious.
As a volunteer-led organization, our strength lies in our chapters—they are on the ground, sensing the real needs of their communities and taking action. However, for our work to be recognized, supported, and maximized, we must communicate effectively—not just locally but across our entire global network.
Asking the Right Questions, Getting the Right Answers
The Global Coordination Centre (GCC) exists to consolidate and support our network, but for it to function efficiently, we must articulate our needs clearly. Asking any question is a start; asking structured, well-thought-out questions ensures that the GCC can provide precise, useful answers.
Defining What Good Communication Looks Like
No one has ever said that communication at PTPI is perfect—and that’s because we’ve never truly defined what good communication looks or feels like. As we rebuild and grow, we must use our available platforms more effectively:
✅ Website – Our home for key updates, resources, and global initiatives
✅ Membership Portal – A space for engagement, connection, and shared knowledge
✅ Newsletter – A direct way to inform and inspire our members
✅ Social Media – A tool to expand our reach and showcase our impact
These tools are only as good as the content we put into them. We all have a role to play in ensuring that PTPI is seen, heard, and valued—and that starts with sharing our stories, insights, and successes in a timely and structured way.
A Call to Action for All Members
Understanding cannot happen in a vacuum. If we want to Advance Peace through Understanding, we must first understand each other—what we are doing, what we need, and how we can support one another.
Let’s step up and ensure that the amazing work of PTPI is communicated clearly, effectively, and consistently.
What can you share today that will help others understand and engage with PTPI’s mission?