Partnership and Collaboration Policy

1. Policy Statement

Chalan Foundation recognizes that strategic partnerships and collaborations are vital to achieving our mission of holistic child and community development. We are committed to building transparent, ethical, and mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders that share our values and vision.

2. Purpose of the Policy

This policy establishes guidelines for initiating, managing, and evaluating partnerships and collaborations to ensure alignment with our organizational principles and program goals.

3. Scope

This policy applies to:

NGOs, CSOs, and community-based organizations
Government agencies and institutions
Educational institutions and academic partners
Corporate and private sector actors
Donors, faith-based organizations, and social enterprises

4. Key Principles

Shared Values: Alignment with Chalan's mission, ethical standards, and community empowerment goals
Mutual Benefit: Each partner contributes and benefits from the collaboration
Transparency: Open communication and shared accountability
Respect: Cultural sensitivity and equity in engagement
Impact-Oriented: Partnerships must directly or indirectly advance Chalan's program impact

5. Partnership Criteria

All potential partners will be assessed based on:

Alignment with Chalan's core values
Compliance with legal and ethical standards
Capacity to deliver or support program outcomes
Reputation and credibility in the field

6. Agreement and Documentation

All formal partnerships will be governed by Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), contracts, or partnership agreements
Roles, responsibilities, timelines, and reporting requirements will be clearly defined
Confidentiality, intellectual property, and conflict resolution terms will be included

7. Monitoring and Evaluation

Partnerships will be reviewed periodically for effectiveness and alignment
Joint evaluations and learning sessions will be encouraged
Termination clauses will apply if agreements are breached or no longer aligned