In October 2012, gFSC organisations identified four priority pillars which will represent the core areas of work requiring direct action from 1 January 2013 until 31 December 2014. These four pillars are:

1. Capacity Development in Support of National Clusters. This involves training at country level and for individuals. It includes development and application of specific tools, offering guidance and support to ensure delivery of quality programmes.
2. Information Management and Learning. This includes management of relevant data, learning and knowledge and compilation and sharing of best practices.
3. Operational and Surge Support to National Clusters. This pillar includes support missions; surge development and response mechanisms.
4. Advocacy, Communication and Partnership. This pillar involves internal and external communications to influence policy and resource mobilisation to enhance coordination systems and building partnerships.