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FAQs
Who is ACTSA?
We are a campaigning organisation working for justice, democracy and development in southern Africa. We work in solidarity with local groups and are democratically led by our National Executive Committee (NEC), who are elected at our Annual General Meeting (AGM).

What do you do?
We promote debate and discussion in and about the region in solidarity with our partners, and lobby, publicise and mount pressure on decision–makers in the UK and Europe to help achieve our goals of justice, democracy and development in southern Africa.

Does ACTSA support any political party?
We do not support or oppose any political party. We do however advocate for democracy and human rights in all southern African countries through free and fair elections. We work closely with the international labour movement and promote human rights for all people, regardless of their political allegiances.

Is ACTSA a registered charity?
Because we are a political campaigning organisation we do not comply with the rules of the Charity Commission, and as such cannot be registered. Politically lobbying and campaigning activity is key to our work. In spite of the benefits of being a charity, this is not something that we are prepared to sacrifice as our priority remains to campaign for justice and human rights and to hold governments accountable.

How is ACTSA funded?
We are a membership-based organisation, funded by our members, supporters and affiliated organisations. Sometimes we also apply for money through various bodies and organisations, and seek sponsorship for our events. Please see our get involved section if you would like to find out more.

How is ACTSA run?
We are a democratically run organisation accountable to our National Executive Committee (NEC) who employs a small team of dedicated staff and interns to carry out the work and run the organisation on a day to day basis. We are governed by a constitution and set of standing orders and we have partners across the UK and southern Africa which shape our agenda and inform our campaigns.

How can I become a member of the NEC?
The ACTSA National Executive Committee (NEC) meets six times a year to oversee our political directions, staffing and finances. You must be an individual member and be nominated by another to be considered. For more information please read the Team section or contact ACTSA.

How can I get involved with the AGM?
Our sovereign body is the Annual General Meeting which meets in November each year to decide on our strategy for the year ahead and to elect our National Executive Committee. You must be a member or affiliate to attend.


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