Annual General Meetings (AGMs) are one of the most important events for any member-based society. For the Performing and Audio-Visual Rights Society of Kenya (PAVRISK), AGMs offer a platform to update members, share milestones, deliberate on key decisions, and chart the way forward.
In recent years, Virtual AGMs have become a game-changer, especially for organizations with members spread across the country. At PAVRISK, our decision to host the AGM virtually is not just a response to modern trends but a deliberate move to ensure accessibility, inclusivity, and greater participation.
Why Virtual AGMs?
Traditionally, AGMs were physical events, requiring members to travel to a central venue. While this worked for a few, it often left out thousands of members who could not attend due to distance, cost, or time constraints.
With over 5,800 members nationwide, PAVRISK recognized that a physical AGM would exclude many voices. A Virtual AGM eliminates these barriers by allowing every verified member to participate in decision-making no matter where they are.
Benefits of Virtual AGMs
- Accessibility for All Members
Whether you’re in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, or Turkana, a Virtual AGM allows you to log in from your phone, laptop, or tablet. This inclusivity means that artists in remote areas have the same voice as those in urban centers.
- Cost-Effective Participation
Members don’t need to spend money on transport, accommodation, or meals to attend. All that’s needed is internet access, making it easier for everyone to engage without financial strain.
- Wider Participation = Stronger Representation
In 2023, over 2,500 members joined PAVRISK’s AGM virtually. This level of participation is proof that Virtual AGMs encourage more members to have their say, leading to more democratic and representative decision-making.
- Transparency and Accountability
Virtual AGMs are run with professional support. For example, PAVRISK partners with Custody and Registrar (C&R) Limited, an independent firm with over 30 years of experience in facilitating AGMs. This ensures voting, reporting, and participation are conducted transparently, strengthening trust among members.
- Environmentally Friendly
By reducing the need for travel and printed materials, Virtual AGMs help reduce carbon emissions and paper waste – aligning with sustainable practices.
Why This Matters for Members
The shift to Virtual AGMs is part of PAVRISK’s broader mission of Revitalizing Royalty Management. By making it easier for members to attend, share their opinions, and hold leadership accountable, the society is fostering stronger engagement and trust with its members.
Call to Action
Your voice matters!. Don’t miss out on PAVRISK Inaugural AGM and an opportunity to shape the future of your society.
Join the AGM from anywhere!
Click on the link sent via email and/or SMS to your registered email with PAVRISK.
Together, let’s build a transparent, inclusive, and stronger creative economy.