GSPCA Team Comes Together to Shape the Future of Animal Welfare in Guernsey
Last Wednesday, staff, volunteers and placements from across the GSPCA came together for a special strategy and brainstorming session to review the charity's aims, objectives, values, vision and strategic priorities as it plans for the future. Several team members even attended on their day off, highlighting the dedication and passion shared throughout the organisation.
Facilitated by GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne, the session formed part of a wider strategic review, with the last full review of the charity's strategy having taken place more than five years ago. During the meeting, the team reflected on what the GSPCA does well, identified areas for improvement and explored practical ways to strengthen the charity for the years ahead.
The workshop revisited the GSPCA's mission to prevent cruelty to animals, rescue animals in distress, provide shelter for strays and encourage kindness and consideration towards all animals. Team members also discussed the charity's vision of creating a community where animals are free from abuse, neglect and abandonment, and where people work together to ensure compassionate care for domestic and wild animals.
The day focused on the GSPCA's six strategic pillars:
- Animal Welfare
- Team, Membership & Community Support
- Partnerships & Networks
- Finance & Sustainability
- Communication, Education & Awareness
- Legal & Constitutional Governance
all underpinned by the charity's core values of being Collaborative, Active, Respectful, Inclusive, Nurturing and Grateful.
Throughout the session, attendees celebrated the many strengths of the organisation, including animal welfare and care, wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, community engagement, fundraising, customer service, teamwork and volunteer support. The groups then looked at potential improvements, generating a wide range of ideas from simple practical enhancements, such as additional fans in certain areas, through to improving internal communication, volunteering experiences, future facilities and supporting the ongoing #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal.
Many of the ideas discussed will now be explored further and, where appropriate, incorporated into future planning and operational improvements.
Steve Byrne, GSPCA Manager, said:
"It was fantastic to see so many members of the GSPCA family come together to help shape our future, including several people who kindly gave up their day off to attend. The session gave everyone an opportunity to reflect on what we do really well, the challenges we face and, importantly, how we can continue to improve for the animals and community we serve."
"The GSPCA has achieved so much over recent years, but as animal welfare challenges continue to evolve, it is important that we regularly review our aims, objectives and priorities. We received a huge number of constructive suggestions, from small changes that can make a big difference day to day, to longer-term ambitions linked to our facilities, communications and the future development of the charity."
“Further reviews and reflections continue with a survey to the team about to be rolled out to get further ideas and feedback on how we can shape the future.”
"I would like to thank everyone who contributed their thoughts and ideas. Their passion, experience and commitment will help ensure the GSPCA continues to be a leading voice for animal welfare in Guernsey for many years to come."
The GSPCA's current aims, objectives, values, vision, strategic pillars and details on the charity's history can be found on the organisation's website at https://www.gspca.org.gg/about.
Check out more on the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal – https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspcabiggestbuildappeal
To donate to our work and the other animals in our care https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
To see animals looking for new homes
https://www.gspca.org.gg/animals
To see our youtube channel and lots of videos please visit https://www.youtube.com/@TheGuernseySPCA
To see events, ways to support and animals in need please see our latest blog https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog
Upcoming events
- Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
- South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 15th August 2026
- West Show 19th-20th August 2026
- World Lizard Day 14th August 2026
- North Show 26th-27th August 2026
- International Dog Day 26th August 2026
- World Animal Month October 2026
- World Animal Day 4th October 2026
- Feral Cat Day 16th October 2026
- National cat Day 29th October 2026
- Halt Term Spooky Tours October 2026 to be confirmed
- Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 12th November 2026 Ref – Dog12/11
- Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 26th November 2026 Ref – Cat26/11
- Possible Christmas Themed Animal Discovery Trail November/December 2026 to be confirmed with possible Ball
- World Wildlife Conservation Day 4th December 2026
- Festive Tours December/January 2026/7 to be confirmed
- Sidneys Sponsored Events - Grease and Dirty Dancing Saturday 10th April 2027
Steve continued “There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA.”
“Our BIGGEST BUILD is now underway and we are desperately looking for support and to help in anyway please do get in touch and check out this link https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggestbuild-begins-demolition-underway-%E2%80%93-buying-brick-sponsorship-can-you-help .”
“To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor donating each month to help the hundreds of animals in our care which you can do by downloading this form - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf or to become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf .”
“To think of helping animals and our work in your legacy or will please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding .”
“For those from those want to give CSR time and skills to those wanting to help sponsor or support something from our Wish List at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .”
“If your group or business would like to find out about spending a day at the Shelter please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days “
“For other ways your business can help us here at the GSPCA please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship “
“If you would like to volunteer then to find out more details here -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or to complete the volunteer application form please check out https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=gspca&method=online_form_html&formid=14 .”
"We also have vacancies at the GSPCA and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies ."
"For lots of ways to support our work please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."
“To visit our facebook page check out this link please click here .”
“To visit our x page please click here .”
“Thank you for your support.”
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