There are currently 50 projects associated with EMPOWER
located in over 10 countries.
Projects are associated with EMPOWER primarily on the recommendation of the Development Coordinator charged with responsibility for that geographic region. Once associated, however, projects are mandated to adopt operational standards which cover areas such as:
- Accountability to Congress WBN / EMPOWER
- Adherence to EMPOWER Core Values
- Strong personal integrity on the parts of the Project Coordinators
- Financial responsibility and accountability
- Clear and comprehensive documentation of vision and operating procedures
- Projects must strengthen communities
- Evidence of sustainable long-term benefit to their community