3. Introduction

Organising convenings, events and meetings requires a framework of values and practices with a strategic use of ICTs and communications, coupled with an intersectional approach in the overall design process.
Whilst this Convening manual has been written for APC staff, we encourage team members to use these guidelines for working with member and partner organisations as well. We cannot make decisions for member and partner organisations, but we can provide support and guidance in relation to collaborative work and sub-granting with APC.

The convening manual offers a systemic approach to how APC coordinates and organises convenings - in person, hybrid and online. Indication on how to choose the right convening format as well as specific workflow and tasks for online and hybrid convening can be found throughout the manual in the interlinked guidelines on online convening and hybrid convening 101.