La Lumière d’Inanna

Domaine d'Action : Plaidoyer et Autonomisation

Inspiration: Inanna, the Sumerian goddess of love, fertility, and transformation, represents empowerment, resilience, and reclaiming agency. Her mythic journey into the underworld and return symbolizes the strength to confront challenges and inspire change.

Estimated Annual Budget: €750,000–€1,000,000

Possible Business Plan

Mission Statement

To promote naturism as a philosophy and lifestyle grounded in ethical principles, gender equality, body positivity, empowerment, inclusivity, and self-acceptance while challenging stereotypes and fostering global awareness through advocacy, education, and research.

Core Objectives

Define and Share Naturist Philosophy: Publish a set of ethical principles and a philosophy guide for naturism.
Fund and Promote Research: Provide grants and support for academic studies exploring naturism's social, psychological, and cultural impacts.
Create Guidelines and Resources: Develop materials to assist individuals and communities in adopting and promoting naturist practices.
Advocacy and Campaigns: Promote body positivity, gender equality, and naturism through international campaigns.
Challenge Stereotypes: Raise awareness about the inclusivity and empowerment potential of naturism, dismantling harmful stereotypes.

Organisational Framework

Supervisory Board of Alliance for Equality and Naturism establishes strategic direction, approves budgets and oversees operations.

Operational Structure

Executive Director (1): Leads the Domaine d'Action, oversees operations, represents the domain globally. Reports to Supervisory Board of the Alliance.
Program Managers (2-3): Manages specific initiatives: research funding, community resources, advocacy campaigns.
Research Coordinator (1): Liaises with academic institutions and oversees grant distribution.
Advocacy & Outreach Officers (2): Lead international campaigns, collaborate with advocacy partners and ensure inclusive representation.
Content & Resource Developers (2): Create educational materials, guides and content aligned with the philosophy.
Communications Specialist (1): Handles public relations, social media, press releases, and stakeholder communications.
Finance and Operations Manager (1): Oversees budget management, donor relations, and ensures compliance with financial regulations.
Administrative Support (1-2): Provides clerical and logistical support for daily operations.

Key Activities

Philosophy Development and Publication: Host think-tank style forums to refine ethical principles, publish resources online and in print.
Research Funding: Annual grant programs for universities and independent researchers. Publish findings through open-access journals and public reports.
Educational Resources: Develop downloadable guides, community toolkits, and multimedia materials.
Advocacy Campaigns: Conduct body positivity and gender equality campaigns, in partnership with global organisations and communities.
Global Outreach: Host biennial conferences to promote dialogue and collaboration. Create partnerships with related advocacy groups.
Public Awareness: Launch media campaigns to challenge stereotypes, utilising social media platforms and digital content.

Estimated Annual Operating Costs

Staff Salaries (10–12 staff): Average salary €40,000–€50,000 per person, total: €450,000-€600,000.
Program Costs: Research Grants, €100,000; Campaign Development and Media, €50,000–€75,000; Content Creation and Distribution, €30,000.
Operational Costs: Office Space and Utilities, €30,000–€50,000; IT and Digital Tools, €10,000; Travel (Global Outreach), €50,000.
Events and Conferences: Biennial Conference, €20,000 (rolled over in alternate years); Regional Workshops, €30,000.
Marketing and Communication: Website Maintenance and Social Media Ads, €15,000; Press and PR, €10,000.
Miscellaneous: Legal and Compliance, €10,000; Contingency Fund, €20,000.