INTERNAL ENVIRONMENT

STRENGTHS

WEAKNESSES

• Strong existing relationships with government and stakeholders
• Experience at grassroots level
• Good project management skills
• Strong knowledge of target group
• Small close team based on shared values

• Little human resources knowledge
• Gaps in internal policy
• Underqualified staff
• Lack of clear organizational structure
• No parking for clients

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT

OPPORTUNITIES

THREATS

• Support from other sector organisations
• High client demand in the community
• Australian of the year is promoting our issue
• Lots of information on best practices
• Access to knowledge of the many similar programs

• Other similar programs exist
• Downturn in economy could mean less or no funding
• Change in government could influence funding.
• May not be a priority to the community and funders long term
• Possible lack of access to target group