Tips for the chair
Being a good chair requires not taking over the meeting, but facilitating discussion. This means…
I'm a Board Chair looking for help
The role of a not-for-profit board chair is dynamic and critical, encompassing leadership, strategic direction, and effective governance. As the guiding force behind board operations, a chair needs the right tools, insights, and support to drive impactful decisions and maintain a productive board environment.
This page brings together essential resources specifically tailored for board chairs in the community sector, including training programs, help sheets, tools, and checklists.
Whether you're looking to improve meeting management, deepen your understanding of governance responsibilities, or foster positive board-staff relationships, these resources offer the guidance and expertise needed to lead with confidence and integrity.
Advanced Leadership for Community Chairs
Our top course course for Chairs, taking place across 5 sessions
Most Popular
$4,500 inc GST
Diploma of Governance
- Scholarships available
- Our flagship training program
- Designed specifically for the board members of Australian not-for-profit boards
$72.00 inc GST
Leadership for Chairs
- Self-paced course
- Perfect for new Chairs
- Learn about your key roles and responsibilities as the Chair of a not-for-profit board
Top help-sheets for Chairs
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Becoming a better chair
An effective chair will pave the way for effective board meetings, and better board meetings will…
Top Tools for the Chair
Annual Board & Compliance Calendar template
Not all well organised boards are good boards, but all good boards are well organised. All…
Board Self-Assessment Tool
You can use this as an individual to help you reflect on your board, as a board leadership team or…
CEO annual review template
The board needs to regularly review the performance of their CEO to ensure that they are meeting…
Reccommended Books
Damn Good Advice for Chairs
Twenty-five questions and answers for not-for-profit chairs.