Becoming a more accountable, transparent and consultative board
It is becoming increasingly clear that not-for-profit organisations are not immune from demands for…
Performance management of the board
Effective board performance management is critical for ensuring a not-for-profit board operates at its best.
Boards must take proactive steps to manage their own performance, and adapt when things aren't working.
This webpage hosts top help sheets and policies designed to help boards reflect on their performance and work towards improving it.
Top tools and resources
Tips to maintain an enthusiastic board
If you pay close attention to board appointments you are half way to having a healthy, vital board.…
Revitalise Your Community Board: A makeover for community groups that want to lift their game
As not-for-profit boards go, you're competent. You get the job done. Under your benign supervision…
Governance Policy
Governance in the community sector is concerned with the systems and processes that ensure the…
Help sheets
Becoming a more accountable, transparent and consultative board
It is becoming increasingly clear that not-for-profit organisations are not immune from demands for…
Board Payment Wizard resource page
Here you'll find details of the rationale and resources that underpin the wizard.
Dealing with difficult board members
Most experienced not-for-profit board members will tell you that one of the most rewarding aspects…
Dispute resolution for community boards
When things go wrong for community group boards, sometimes they go really wrong. So where do you go…
Members Only
How to deal with an uncooperative chair
Anyone who's served on a board will know that not all chairs are perfect. In fact, some chairs are…
Keeping your board fresh
Even a board that functions effectively in the beginning can become stale or lose its focus. It can…
Paying board members and community directors
Historically, charity and not-for-profit boards have worked for the good of the cause, with no…
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Reducing the chances of board burnout
Not-for-profit and community boards should be at the forefront of any action or initiatives…
Policies
Board Code of Conduct Policy
Having a board code of conduct in place ensures that your organisation's directors have a set of…