1. Social performance
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1. Social performance
Evaluation Model for the Social Practices of Festivals and Events 4545, av. Pierre-de-Coubertin CP. 1000, Succ. M Montréal (Québec) H1V 3R2 1 800 361-7688 ▫ [email protected] ▫ www.attractionsevenements.com Crédits photo : Philippe Manning, Festival de la Gibelotte de Sorel-Tracy; Karine Laflèche, Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac; Festival de montgolfières de Gatineau; Boréalis, centre d’histoire de l’industrie papetière. Presentation Outline 1. Social performance: a forgotten dimension Why social performance? Who benefits from social performance? 2. Evaluation Model for the Social Practices of Festivals and Events The development process 12 social issues Description of the dashboard Who We Are Festivals et Événements Québec Sectoral tourist association (STA) NPO Since 1975 Network of Quebec festivals and events 269 members in 2013 Social Performance A Forgotten Dimension 4545, av. Pierre-de-Coubertin CP. 1000, Succ. M Montréal (Québec) H1V 3R2 1 800 361-7688 ▫ [email protected] ▫ www.attractionsevenements.com Crédits photo : Philippe Manning, Festival de la Gibelotte de Sorel-Tracy; Karine Laflèche, Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac; Festival de montgolfières de Gatineau; Boréalis, centre d’histoire de l’industrie papetière. Why Social Performance? Two perspectives for looking at events As an industry Mainly an economic perspective As a service with a social and community aspect The human and cultural experience is highlighted One of the purposes of festivals and events is to entertain, to liven up the community, to create opportunities for meetings, to promote the very essence of an area Why Social Performance? Sustainable Development Existing tools: The economy: • • • Point-of-origin and traffic studies Studies of economic impact Media coverage The environment: • Standards of responsible event management The social aspect: a poorly documented dimension Who Benefits From Social Performance? Communities Sensitive to quality of life issues Interested in a social, cultural, economic and community dynamic Municipalities As suppliers of leisure services As managers of public services and infrastructures As authorities held accountable by citizens Financial backers As organizations held accountable for their choices Leaning more and more toward responsible, sustainable behaviour Evaluati on Model for the Social Practice s A model developed by FEQ in partnership with The FEQ Model A standardized tool for the evaluation, promotion and improvement of social practices in the festivals and events industry A distinctive, consensual and standardized model for the evaluation of social practices The FEQ Model A distinctive model built specifically for the Quebec’s events sector and its social dimension management, social economy, volunteering, leisure association, culture and tourism complementary to other existing studies simple accessible The FEQ Model A consensual model 2009-2010 Phase characterized by a review of the literature and the need to specify the concepts and define social benefits. A first version of the dashboard was developed and tested with a dozen festivals. The FEQ Model A consensual model 2011-2012 The need arose to objectify the indicators and ensure that MEPS complements other existing tools, especially in sustainable development. Creation of a benchmark, review of MEPS’s content and approach (ISO 26 000, GRI (Global Reporting Initiative), Global Sustainable Tourism Council, BNQ (Québec), etc.). Meetings with practitioners and academics working in sustainable development, tourism and leisure. Establishment of a "consensual" committee of 10 members. Revision of every indicator. Determination of indicator weightings. A second version of the dashboard was developed and tested with a new pilot group. The FEQ Model A consensual model 2013 Finalizing the tool and distributing it to various audiences in the event, tourism, cultural and sustainable development sectors. The FEQ Model A standardized model Includes an Excel dashboard A questionnaire with 70 questions regarding festival-goers, volunteers, employees, governance, programs, accessibility, local responsible purchase, traffic, hygiene and safety of the site. Based on 12 social issues and 66 indicators Calculation of performance scores Takes into account the operating budget and occasionally the location. A user guide Option of an analysis report from FEQ Simple, accessible tools The FEQ Model Objectives Becoming more familiar with existing social practices; Contributing to improving the social impact and/or benefits of festivals and events; Taking the social dimension into consideration in the evaluation of a festival or event. Measuring for better management… Measuring the Social Practices Festival practices evaluated based on 12 weighted social issues Responsible management 4% Participatory governance 6% Fulfillment of volunteer and paid staff 9% Nearby populations’ quality of life 10% Festival-goers’ satisfaction and quality of life 11% Social participation in the event 7% Event engagement in the community 13% Accessibility 10% Enhancement of the community’s sociocultural identity 10% Promotion of cultural diversity 7% Development of creativity and capacity for innovation 6% Local, responsible consumption 7% and 66 weighted indicators Description of the Excel Dashboard Presentation sheet where the organization can introduce itself Description of the Excel Dashboard A questionnaire Description of the Excel Dashboard A sheet with results according to issue and performance index Description of the Excel Dashboard An analysis sheet for each social issue where the organization can see its result and points awarded for each indicator Example criteria: Responsible management Description of the Excel Dashboard BONUS A sheet for the interpretation of results based on the principles of Quebec’s sustainable development Act. Thank You Question Period 4545, av. Pierre-de-Coubertin CP. 1000, Succ. M Montréal (Québec) H1V 3R2 1 800 361-7688 ▫ [email protected] ▫ www.attractionsevenements.com Crédits photo : Philippe Manning, Festival de la Gibelotte de Sorel-Tracy; Karine Laflèche, Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac; Festival de montgolfières de Gatineau; Boréalis, centre d’histoire de l’industrie papetière.