GAT Event

An Alpha training event run where there is a training need by a volunteer church team in an interactive style

GAT Talks

 All of the talks required to be given by the GAT Team at the GAT Event. Each talk has been transcribed, with instructions for the speaker to add their own stories and illustrations. The GAT Talks include both teaching sessions and demonstration sessions.

GAT Team

A team of 4-8 people who (after attending the GAT Team Training) present Alpha training at the GAT Event, working together with a Local Event Coordinator.

GAT Team Training

The training given to all members of every GAT Team. The training covers all aspects of preparing practical details of the trip, preparing and delivering the GAT talks and working cross-culturally.

GAT Trainer

A person who delivers the GAT Team Training. In the early days of GAT, the GAT Trainer may be the Regional Training Manager or GAT Coordinator, but as more GAT Events take place, some advisers or GAT Team Leaders may be able to deliver the GAT Training.

Local Event Coordinator

The local person responsible for the planning and organisation of the logistics of the GAT Event.

Local Team

The team helping the Local Event Coordinator with the planning and organisation of the event. The teams will be made up of a variety of people, such as Local Church Leaders who support the event and people who can assist with different tasks. The Local Team will also take responsibility for the pre and post GAT Event introductory meetings and training days ensuring the best possible outcome form the GAT Event.

NAO

National Alpha Office

Regional Training Manager

The person responsible at the regional level (Asia Pacific, EMEA, Americas, or some region within those) for GAT

RM

Relationship Manager