The Venezuelan National Organization for Rescue and Maritime Safety in Aquatic Spaces (ONSA Venezuela)a non-profit civil association founded in 1998 with the mission to support maritime safety and the protection of life at sea, has benefited significantly from a strategic alliance with SupraBT.a information technology and business services company. This collaboration, facilitated during an interview with Vice Commodore (VC) Luis Guillermo Inciarte S., Secretary General of ONSA Venezuela, exemplifies how the private sector can be a crucial partner for the operation and growth of non-governmental organizations.
Challenges and needs of ONSA Venezuela addressed by SupraBT donation
According to VC Luis Guillermo Inciarte S., SupraBT’s institutional grant has been essential in overcoming key operational challenges.
- Website maintenance and operation: SupraBT’s contribution enables the ONSA website (www.onsa.org.ve) is kept active. This site is declared as a means of dissemination and official publication of the organization. Its operation is fundamental for the projection, information and interaction with the maritime community.
- New member registration: The technology platform donated by SupraBT facilitates the process of registering new members for ONSA.
- Essential technological infrastructure: The grant includes the use of a comprehensive server (web, email, databases, etc.), providing the basic technological tools for ONSA’s operation.
Direct contribution to the success of ONSA’s programs and initiatives
SupraBT’s contribution is considered fundamental to all of ONSA’s programs.
- Information and storage (BBS): SupraBT supports ONSA’s Bulletin Board System (BBS), which contains more than 9,000 web pages with information relevant to aquatic areas. It is considered the number 1 website in Venezuela in its area and one of the most complete in Spanish.
- Training and education: The platform allows the dissemination of the training programs offered by ONSA. Individuals from anywhere in the world can access the information, learn the details and register to improve professionally in aquatic activities. These programs benefit both internal personnel and the Venezuelan maritime community.
- Access for inquiries and complaints: The website, thanks to the support of SupraBT, serves as a The website, thanks to SupraBT’s support, serves as a gateway for the Venezuelan maritime community to make inquiries, file complaints and access key information.
Tangible impact on people and communities
The SupraBT donation generates a direct and tangible impact on the people and communities served by ONSA.
- Public access to critical information: The BBS, hosted on the website thanks to SupraBT, gives the aquatic-related community public access to an extensive and valuable amount of information.
- Strengthening maritime safety: By facilitating access to information, training and communication channels, the technological infrastructure donated by SupraBT indirectly contributes to ONSA’s objective of contributing to the maritime safety system and organization in Venezuela’s aquatic spaces.
Alignment with ONSA’s mission and general objectives
SupraBT’s donation directly aligns with ONSA’s mission and core objectives.
- Contribution to maritime safety: ONSA Venezuela’s main objective is to contribute to the system and organization of maritime safety in Venezuela’s aquatic spaces.
- Guarantee of public access: Having a server provided by SupraBT that supports the website, databases and proprietary emails ensures that all of ONSA’s work and inputs are publicly accessible, which is essential to fulfilling its mission.
Measuring effectiveness and results
ONSA evaluates the effectiveness and outcomes of programs and initiatives supported by the SupraBT grant through metrics such as:
- The number of visits to the website and its different pages.
- The number of people interacting through user registration in various areas.
- Continuous intake of more than 10 volunteers per month who sign up through the website.
ONSA’s major challenges and future plans
Despite SupraBT’s crucial support, ONSA faces challenges such as achieving a greater connection with the maritime community, fostering their engagement and improving interaction to strengthen the social foundations of the organization. Overcoming these challenges requires not only financial support, but also strategic support in the use of tools and human talent. The Secretary General, VC. Luis Guillermo Inciarte S., expresses his deep appreciation for SupraBT’s support, recognizing that without this help, ONSA would not have the necessary scope to continue growing and serving the community.
SupraBT’s commitment to corporate social responsibility
SupraBT demonstrates its commitment to corporate social responsibility by supporting health and environmental causes. The company recognizes the importance of private sector collaboration with public and non-governmental initiatives. SupraBT is developing a program that takes advantage of its professional IT services, cybersecurity and cloud computing capabilities to support these areas, including ocean health. The collaboration with ONSA Venezuela, a private (non-governmental) and non-profit Civil Association, whose purpose includes supporting and cooperating with authorities in maritime safety, navigation and ecological balance, is a concrete example of this commitment.
Conclusion
The partnership between ONSA Venezuela and SupraBT is an exemplary success story where private sector investment and technological support significantly enhances the work of a non-profit organization dedicated to the safety and well-being of the maritime community. SupraBT’s donation of technology infrastructure has strengthened ONSA’s ability to maintain a vital online presence, disseminate essential information, facilitate training and connect with the Venezuelan community. This case underscores the importance of strategic alliances to address social challenges and strengthen organizations that play a crucial role in society.
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